Free Granola alternative
Like Granola, DroidNote records from your computer's audio with no bot. The difference: it is free with unlimited history, open source and transcribes on your PC.
For Windows 10 and 11. Mac and mobile coming soon.
Side by side
| DroidNote | Granola | |
|---|---|---|
| Free, no usage limits | Yes | No30-day history |
| No bot in the call | Yes | Yes |
| AI runs on your computer | Yesor OpenAI, with your key | No |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Mobile app | Nocoming soon | Yes |
| Calendar integration | YesGoogle, Outlook or iCloud | Yes |
| Paid plan | None: everything is free | Business at US$14 per user/month |
Competitor information taken on October 30, 2026 from their official pricing pages and app stores. Prices and features may change. See Granola pricing
Why switch to DroidNote
- Truly free: no 30-day limit on history.
- Transcripts and minutes are made on your computer by default.
- Open source: anyone can check what the app does.
- No account to create.
When Granola may be the better choice
- You use a Mac or need a mobile app.
- Your team wants shared notes and integrations with Notion, HubSpot or Zapier.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between DroidNote and Granola?
Both record from the computer's audio with no bot. Granola's free plan limits history to 30 days and processes in its cloud; DroidNote is free with no limits, open source and transcribes on your computer by default.
Does it work with Zoom, Google Meet and Teams?
Yes. DroidNote records your computer's audio, so it works with any call app without joining the meeting.
Do I need a powerful computer?
On first launch, DroidNote checks your PC and recommends the AI model that fits. It needs about 6 GB free. On simpler PCs you can use the OpenAI API with your own key.