GoatNote vs Krisp.ai
World-Class Noise Cancellation meets privacy-first on-device transcription. Here's how they compare.
What We Genuinely Love About Krisp.ai
Krisp.ai won TIME's 100 Best Inventions for a reason: their noise cancellation technology is world-class. We focus on transcription intelligence; they focus on audio perfection. For call centers and remote workers in chaotic environments, Krisp's on-device noise filtering genuinely transforms meeting quality in ways transcription tools can't.
- ✓TIME's 100 Best Inventions award for noise cancellation technology
- ✓On-device noise cancellation without cloud processing
- ✓Call center optimization with SOC2 compliance and SSO/SCIM
- ✓Accent conversion (AI-powered accent modification)
- ✓Cross-platform compatibility with all communication tools
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Krisp.ai | GoatNote Plus | GoatNote Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $16/mo Pro | $9.99/mo | $19.99/mo |
| Noise Cancellation | 60 min/day free, unlimited Pro | On-device (optional) | On-device (optional) |
| Transcription | Limited free, unlimited Pro | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| AI Summaries | 2/day free, unlimited Pro | 200 credits/mo | Unlimited |
| Privacy | On-device NC, mixed transcription | 100% on-device | 100% on-device |
| Real-time Q&A | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Distance Audio Capture | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | Audio quality | Intelligence + transcription | Intelligence + transcription |
Where GoatNote Takes a Different Approach
Core Value Proposition
Primarily noise cancellation with transcription as secondary feature. Not ideal if transcription is your main need.
Privacy Caveats
Transcription "may send audio to servers depending on language" - not fully on-device like noise cancellation.
Pricing
At $16/month, more expensive than GoatNote Plus ($9.99/month) for comparable transcription features.
GoatNote's Philosophy
We focus on transcription intelligence and real-time Q&A, with optional noise cancellation. Krisp focuses on audio quality perfection, with transcription as a secondary feature. Different priorities for different use cases.
Which Should You Choose?
When to Choose Krisp.ai
- →Call center environments requiring noise-free audio quality
- →Remote workers in noisy environments (cafés, co-working, home with kids/pets)
- →Teams needing enterprise audio compliance (SOC2, SSO/SCIM)
- →Users prioritizing crystal-clear audio over advanced AI intelligence
When GoatNote Shines
- ✓Primary need is transcription intelligence, not just clean audio
- ✓Budget-conscious users (38% cheaper - $9.99 vs $16/month)
- ✓Privacy-absolute users needing guaranteed on-device transcription
- ✓Real-time intelligence (ask questions during meetings, not just summaries)
- ✓Flexible audio capture (choose noise cancellation OR distance audio)
Pricing Breakdown
Krisp.ai
Free
$0 - Limited
- • 60 min/day noise cancellation
- • 2 AI summaries/day
Pro
$16/month - Unlimited
- • Unlimited noise cancellation
- • Unlimited AI summaries
Business
$30/month - Unlimited
- • Team features
- • Priority support
- • SOC2 compliance
GoatNote
Free
$0 - Unlimited transcription
10 AI credits/month
Plus
$9.99/month (or $79.99/year) - Unlimited transcription
200 AI credits/month
Pro
$19.99/month (or $99.99/year) - Unlimited transcription
Unlimited AI credits
Frequently Asked Questions
Does GoatNote have noise cancellation like Krisp?
Yes! GoatNote offers optional on-device noise cancellation (Apple Voice Isolation). You can also disable it for distance audio capture in classrooms/conferences. Krisp specializes in noise cancellation; we offer flexibility.
Is GoatNote cheaper than Krisp.ai?
Yes. GoatNote Plus ($9.99/month) is 38% cheaper than Krisp Pro ($16/month), with unlimited transcription and optional noise cancellation.
Which has better transcription: Krisp or GoatNote?
GoatNote focuses on transcription as our primary feature, with real-time Q&A and AI chat. Krisp's transcription may send audio to servers depending on language. If transcription intelligence is your priority, GoatNote is built for that.
Can GoatNote work in noisy environments?
Yes, with optional noise cancellation enabled. For quiet environments or distance audio capture (lectures), you can disable it. Krisp is better for extreme noise (call centers), but GoatNote handles typical use cases well.
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