The hidden cost of "Fixed Monthly Fees"
When searching for the cost of AI note-takers, you usually see a flat monthly rate (e.g., $30/month). But if you only have 3 meetings that month, your **actual cost per meeting** is $10. That's expensive.
We built Minutes.AI to fix this inefficiency with a model that respects your wallet.
ROI Comparison: AI vs. Human vs. Competitors
What does it actually cost to transcribe a 1-hour meeting? Let's look at the numbers.
| Method | Est. Cost for 1 Hour | Time Cost (Your Labor) | Hidden Risks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human / Yourself | $0 (technically) | 1-2 hours of typing | High opportunity cost. You aren't doing your actual job. |
| Human Service | $60 - $100 | Zero | Very expensive. Privacy concerns with sharing audio. |
| Typical Monthly AI Sub | $15 - $30 / month | Low | Sunk cost. You pay even if you have zero meetings. |
| Minutes.AI (Time Pack) | ~$0.60 (via Light Pack) | Low | None. Minutes never expire. |
Cost Breakdown: Time Packs vs. Subscriptions
We offer two ways to pay, depending on your frequency. Here is the cost efficiency analysis for each.
Ideal if your meeting schedule varies. You buy minutes that **never expire**. Zero wasted money.
Ideal if you record daily. The more you record, the cheaper it gets.
What am I actually paying for?
The cost covers more than just speech-to-text. It covers the intelligence that structures your data.
- ✓**Security Costs:** We don't sell your data to offset costs. You pay us so we can keep your data private.
- ✓**High-End Models:** We use premium models (Whisper, GPT-4o, Gemini Pro) which have higher API costs but deliver readable accuracy.
- ✓**Cloud Storage:** Secure hosting for your audio and transcripts is included in the price.
FAQ — Common Questions on Cost
Are there any hidden setup fees?
No. The price you see for the Time Pack or Subscription is the final price (excluding local VAT/taxes).
Why is the Time Pack considered 'lower risk'?
Because it eliminates the 'subscription fatigue'. If you don't use the app for 3 months, you lose $0. Your minutes wait for you.
Is the Free version actually free?
Yes. The 'Daily Ticket' gives you 3 minutes of recording/processing every day for $0 cost. It's great for quick voice memos.
How does the Annual cost compare to Monthly?
Paying annually ($149.99) lowers the effective monthly cost to about $12.50, compared to the $16.99 monthly plan. That's a ~26% saving.
Ready to stop wasting money on empty subscriptions?
Start with a $1.99 trial pack. Lowest risk in the industry.
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