Otter.ai

Name: Otter.ai
Price: 30 USD

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What Otter.ai is

Otter.ai records and transcribes meetings, turning conversations into searchable text with summaries and action items. Its meeting bot can capture calls on Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams. On Mac and Windows, the desktop app can record conversations directly without a bot joining. Otter also offers live transcription, speaker labels, note templates, calendar integrations, and a searchable archive. It supports six transcription languages and has apps or extensions for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, and Chrome. The Basic plan is free forever, with 300 transcription minutes per user each month, three lifetime imported files per user, and a 30-minute maximum per conversation. Pro Annual costs $8.33/user/month, billed annually; Pro Monthly is $16.99/user/month. Business Annual is $19.99/user/month, billed annually, and Business Monthly is $30/user/month. The Business plan includes a seven-day free trial and allows conversations up to four hours. Payment is available by credit or debit card and through Apple App Store or Google Play purchases.

Who it suits

Otter.ai suits individuals and teams who need searchable meeting notes, summaries, and action items. It also fits users who want meeting capture across Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams.

What it does well

Free Basic plan lasts indefinitely.
Searchable archive with summaries and action items.
Desktop recording without a meeting bot.
Calendar integrations and speaker labels.
Apps and extensions cover desktop, mobile, and Chrome.

What to know first

Basic limits transcription to 300 minutes monthly per user.
Basic allows three lifetime imported files per user.
Basic conversations have a 30-minute maximum.
Only six transcription languages are supported.

Limits

Basic includes 300 transcription minutes per user each month, three lifetime imported files per user, a 30-minute maximum per conversation, and 25 most recent conversations. Pro allows 1,200 minutes per user monthly, 10 imported files monthly, and 90 minutes per conversation; Business and Enterprise allow conversations up to four hours. Business Annual is $19.99/user/month, billed annually, and Business Monthly is $30/user/month.

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
Basic	5 maximum workspace members · 300 minutes per user monthly transcription limit · 3 lifetime imported files per user · 30 minutes maximum transcription time per conversation · 25 most recent conversations	On request
Pro	5 billed users · 1,200 minutes per user monthly transcription limit · 10 monthly imported files per user · 90 minutes maximum transcription time per conversation · 50 monthly Otter AI Chat queries per user	On request
Business	billed monthly · 25 billed users · Unlimited meeting and recording transcription · 6,000 imported-file transcription minutes per user · 4 hours maximum transcription time per conversation · 200 monthly Otter AI Chat queries per user	$30 a month
Enterprise	Unlimited workspace members · Unlimited custom AI workflows	On request
Pro Monthly	$16.99/user/month	$16.99 a month
Business Annual	$19.99/user/month, billed annually	$19.99 a month
Business Monthly	$30/user/month	$30 a month
Pro Annual	$8.33/user/month, billed annually	$8.33 a month

As otter.ai lists them, read 27 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Getting started

Visit https://otter.ai/.
Choose the free Basic plan or review the paid plans.
Use the desktop app on Mac or Windows for direct recording, or use a supported app or Chrome extension.
Connect meeting capture with Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams as needed.
Pay by credit or debit card, Apple App Store, or Google Play if purchasing a paid plan.

Verdict

Otter.ai combines meeting capture, transcription, and follow-up notes across desktop and mobile platforms. Check the plan limits if you need longer conversations or more imported files.

Questions

Is Otter.ai free?

Yes. The Basic plan is free forever and includes 300 monthly transcription minutes per user and three lifetime imported files per user.

How much does Otter.ai cost?

Pro Annual is $8.33/user/month, billed annually, and Pro Monthly is $16.99/user/month. Business Annual is $19.99/user/month, billed annually; Business Monthly is $30/user/month.

Which platforms does Otter.ai support?

It provides desktop, iOS, Android, and Chrome apps or extensions. Listed platforms include Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows.

Which meeting services can Otter capture?

Its meeting bot can capture meetings on Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams.

Does Otter.ai offer a free trial?

The Business plan includes a seven-day free trial.

What integrations does Otter.ai offer?

Integrations include Slack, Zoom, Salesforce, Claude, and Google Drive, among others. Calendar integrations are also available.

Facts from Otter.ai's own pages

Calendar integrations: Yes · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Company identity: The page identifies the company as Otter.ai Inc and shows a 2026 copyright. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Conversation limits: Maximum transcription time is 30 minutes on Basic, 90 minutes on Pro, and 4 hours on Business and Enterprise. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Desktop recording: The desktop app records conversations directly from Mac or Windows without bots joining calls. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Free plan: Yes · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Free tier duration: The Basic plan is free forever. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Free tier limits: Basic includes 300 monthly transcription minutes and 3 lifetime audio/video imports. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
App integrations: Integrations include Slack, Zoom, Salesforce, Claude, Google Drive, and many others. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Transcription languages: 6 · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Meeting capture: bot · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Meeting platforms: The AI Meeting Agent joins Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Meeting transcription: Otter transcribes meetings into searchable knowledge and offers live transcription in multiple languages. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Payment methods: Otter accepts credit and debit cards plus Apple App Store and Google Play purchases. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Security certifications: Enterprise includes enterprise-grade security controls; HIPAA compliance is an add-on. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Security encryption: The pricing page lists TLS encryption and AES-256 encryption for real-time content. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Sharing collaboration: Users can share through private channels, public links, and a General channel. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Paid from: 8.33 · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Summaries and action items: Yes · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Supported platforms: Otter provides desktop, iOS, Android, and Chrome apps or extensions. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Support levels: Support varies by plan from email support and standard support to prioritized support. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Team administration: Business includes enhanced admin features, activity logs, usage analytics, and three concurrent meetings. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026
Transcription: Yes · otter.ai, 20 Sept 2026
Trial offer: The Business plan includes a 7-day free trial. · otter.ai, 27 Sept 2026