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Plaud Review

AI voice recorders that transcribe and summarise conversations

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What is Plaud?

Plaud makes wearable and card-sized AI voice recorders, such as Plaud Note and NotePin, that capture calls and in-person conversations and produce transcripts and summaries via its app.

Best for: Professionals, Doctors, Journalists.

Key features

  • Hardware voice recorder
  • Phone call recording
  • Transcription in many languages
  • AI summaries and mind maps
  • Companion app

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Great for in-person conversations
  • Long battery life
  • Includes free monthly minutes

Cons

  • Requires buying hardware
  • Heavy users need a subscription

Plaud pricing

Pricing modelPaid
Starting priceSee website
PlatformsiOS, Android, Web, Desktop
Launched2023

Prices change often. Check the Plaud website for current plans.

Our verdict

Plaud scores 8.0/10 in our review. Its biggest strength: great for in-person conversations. The main drawback: requires buying hardware. If it isn't the right fit, Descript is the closest alternative.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Plaud?

Plaud makes wearable and card-sized AI voice recorders, such as Plaud Note and NotePin, that capture calls and in-person conversations and produce transcripts and summaries via its app.

Is Plaud free?

No. Plaud is a paid tool.

What are the best Plaud alternatives?

Popular alternatives include Descript, Otter.ai, Fireflies.ai, Gong.

Who is Plaud best for?

Plaud is best for professionals, doctors, journalists.