AI Notebook

HyNote is limited to Mac, free for unlimited local transcription but not on other platforms.

Checked 4 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since August 2024

At a glance

Starts at $6.66 per month for Pro plan Includes 1200 transcription minutes, private storage, and translation services but does not support Windows or iOS.

Free tier Yes, limited

Platforms Mac, Web (Chrome Extension)

Best for Mac users needing basic note-taking and transcription.

4.0 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

HyNote excels at transcribing meetings directly from your Mac. However, it does not support Windows or iOS. Users should consider alternatives if they need cross-platform compatibility.

✓What it does well

Local TranscriptionFree unlimited transcription of audio and notes directly from your Mac.

AI Audio SummaryAutomatically generates summaries of uploaded audio files.

Real-Time Transcription for Live CallsEfficiently transcribes live phone calls in real-time.

✕Where it falls short

Cross-Platform SupportDoes not support other platforms like Windows or iOS, limiting its reach.

Meeting TypesLimited to direct recording and file uploads; no real-time transcription for live meetings.

PDF SummarizationDoes not offer PDF summarization or analysis features, focusing only on audio transcriptions.

Key features

AI TranscriberAutomatically transcribes uploaded audio files and live calls with high accuracy.

Meeting SummariesSummarizes key points from meetings, capturing essential information efficiently.

Action Item ExtractionIdentifies actionable items during and after a meeting to keep projects on track.

Cross-Platform TranscriberTranscribes audio from various sources including YouTube, web pages, and screenshots.

Questions about AI Notebook

Is AI Notebook free?

AI Notebook has a limited free tier, and local transcription of audio and notes on a Mac is free and unlimited. The Pro Plan costs $6.66 per month and includes 1200 transcription minutes, private storage and translation services.

Does AI Notebook work on Windows or iPhone?

No. AI Notebook runs on Mac and on the web as a Chrome extension, and it does not support Windows or iOS. The reviewer lists this narrow platform support as a key limit and suggests that anyone needing cross-platform compatibility consider alternatives.

What can AI Notebook do?

AI Notebook transcribes meetings and uploaded audio files, then summarizes the key points and picks out action items to keep projects on track. It can also generate summaries of audio files and transcribe audio from sources such as YouTube, web pages and screenshots.

Can AI Notebook summarize PDFs?

No. AI Notebook does not offer PDF summarization or analysis features, because it focuses only on audio transcription. Its summaries cover meetings and uploaded audio instead, so it suits Mac users who need basic note-taking and transcription rather than document analysis.

How does Toolio rate AI Notebook?

Toolio scores AI Notebook 4.0 out of 5, a score Alex gave after real use on 4 Oct 2026. The verdict says it excels at transcribing meetings directly from a Mac but does not support Windows or iOS. It has been listed on Toolio since August 2024.