Anyone stuck in lots of video calls; the free plan's unlimited transcription is generous, though AI summaries are limited.
Kenning's take
What it does
Fireflies adds a note taker to Zoom, Google Meet and Teams calls, or records with its phone and desktop apps. It writes a transcript and a summary with action items, and an assistant called AskFred answers questions about past meetings. Audio and video files can also be uploaded for transcription.
- records Zoom, Google Meet and Teams calls
- transcribes in 100+ languages
- AI meeting summaries and action items
- AskFred assistant for questions about meetings
- search across past meetings
- uploads audio and video files for transcription
Who it suits. Suits freelancers, students and anyone who sits in lots of video calls and wants notes without typing.
Key facts
- Made by
- Fireflies.ai Corp.
- Based in
- United States (terms are governed by Delaware law)
- Works on
- Web, iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, Chrome extension
- In the UK
- Yes
- Free plan
- Free forever with unlimited transcription, limited AI summaries, 400 minutes of storage and 20 AI credits
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Pro | $18 | month |
| Pro (per month, billed yearly) | $10 | month |
| Business | $29 | month |
| Business (per month, billed yearly) | $19 | month |
Ratings
Reviews and write-ups
- Educators Technology 2024-07
FAQ
Is Fireflies free?
Yes. The free plan includes unlimited transcription, limited AI summaries and 400 minutes of storage.
Does Fireflies work on Android and iPhone?
Yes, there are Android and iOS apps, plus a desktop app and a Chrome extension.
Who makes Fireflies?
Fireflies.ai Corp., a US company.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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