The Best Alternative to tl;dv
tl;dv focuses on meeting intelligence, AI reports, and CRM workflows. Laconote is a better fit if you want a simpler low-cost note taker with Chrome capture and predictable monthly pricing.
Why consider switching from tl;dv?
- A free plan is available, but the product is positioned around broader sales and reporting workflows.
- tl;dv messaging emphasizes reports, CRM sync, and coaching in addition to notes.
- The public FAQ says there is no native mobile app at the moment.
Why choose Laconote
- €3 / 50 hours per month for individuals, with team billing from €9 / 5 users
- Bot-free capture via Chrome Extension and native macOS app
- Live summaries during the meeting, plus final AI summaries after the call
- Listen to summaries with audio playback and jump between topics
- 8 meeting types with summaries tailored to technical, sales, standup, interview, and other workflows
- Shared projects and searchable team memory for ongoing work
- Team Pulse: team mood, engagement and talk-balance analytics from your meetings
- Self-hosted option — run Laconote on your own infrastructure with full data control
- Connect Claude and other MCP clients to query your meetings from your own data
Price Comparison
| tl;dv | Laconote AI | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free / $20+ / user / month | €3 / 50 h / month |
| No-bot option | Yes | Yes |
| macOS app | No | Yes |
| Chrome Extension | No | Yes |