AI meeting notes without the price tag
Record meetings, get AI transcriptions, and generate smart summaries. All for free, with no usage limits and complete privacy.
Everything you need, free
No hidden costs, no premium tiers for essential features
Unlimited Recording
Record as many meetings as you want with no time limits or restrictions. Your meetings, your data.
AI Transcription
Get accurate transcriptions powered by local Whisper models. Works offline with no cloud uploads.
Smart Summaries
Generate intelligent meeting summaries with action items, decisions, and key points automatically.
Calendar Integration
Connect Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook to automatically organize your meeting notes.
Complete Privacy
All processing happens locally on your device. Your conversations never leave your computer.
Works Offline
No internet required for core features. Record, transcribe, and summarize without connectivity.
More value than paid alternatives
See how Char compares to other meeting note tools
| Feature | Char Free | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting recording | Unlimited | Limited |
| AI transcription | Free | Paid |
| Meeting summaries | Free | Paid |
| Local AI processing | Yes | No |
| Offline support | Yes | No |
| Calendar integration | Yes | Limited |
| Custom templates | Free | Paid |
| No usage limits | Yes | No |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Self-hosting option | Yes | No |
Built for every conversation
From sales calls to lectures, Char adapts to your needs
Sales Calls
Never miss a detail from prospect conversations. Get automatic summaries with next steps and objections.
Lectures & Classes
Record lectures and get organized notes. Perfect for students who want to focus on learning.
Team Meetings
Keep everyone aligned with shared meeting notes. Track decisions and action items automatically.
Brainstorming
Capture every idea during creative sessions. Let AI organize and categorize your thoughts.
Client Calls
Document client requirements and feedback accurately. Build better relationships with detailed records.
Healthcare
HIPAA-ready with local processing. Perfect for patient consultations and medical documentation.
Transparent by design
Char is fully open source. Inspect the code, contribute improvements, or self-host on your own infrastructure. No vendor lock-in, no hidden data collection.
Ready to try Char?
Download now and start capturing better meeting notes in minutes. No signup required.