Side by side
Canto vs Fathom
Both stand on meeting recording software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Pick Canto if you want recordings, transcripts, summaries, search, and AI chat in one workspace, with individual and team options. Its free plan has monthly usage caps, while teams need at least five seats; the Enterprise plan uses custom terms and has no listed price.
Visit Canto
Free plan WebWindowsMac
Visit Fathom The facts
| Canto | Fathom | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web, Windows, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Teams: $11.99 a month | Team: $15 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | usecanto.com | fathom.ai |
| On meeting recording software | #3 of 33 | #6 of 33 |
Canto: what it does well
- Transcribes 99 languages and separates speakers automatically.
- Search and chat across one recording or the full library.
- Templates create minutes, briefs, and follow-up emails with action items.
- Joins Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Zoom meetings.
- Supports Apple Watch recording and mobile audio imports.
What to know first
- The free plan allows 100 transcription minutes per month.
- The free plan caps AI chat, searches, and template runs monthly.
- Teams plans require at least five seats.