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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free 1 User
Microsoft OneNote
Star Rating
(1,849)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft OneNoteOtter.ai
Star Rating
(445)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 User
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Microsoft OneNote excels in providing a seamless experience across devices, with users appreciating its ability to store all information and notes on various platforms, especially Windows laptops and mobile devices. This cross-device functionality is a significant advantage for those who need to access their notes on the go.
- Users say that Otter.ai stands out for its effective meeting transcription capabilities, integrating well with platforms like Google Meet and Zoom. Reviewers highlight the usefulness of the meeting summaries it generates, making it a valuable tool for capturing detailed notes during discussions.
- According to verified reviews, Microsoft OneNote is praised for its user-friendly interface and straightforward implementation process. Users find it easy to organize their notes, especially with features that allow for linking related content and adding mathematical notations, which enhances their overall note-taking experience.
- Reviewers mention that Otter.ai is particularly beneficial for small businesses, with its ease of use and quick setup being frequently highlighted. Users appreciate how it seamlessly joins meetings, ensuring that important discussions are captured without any hassle, which is crucial for busy professionals.
- G2 reviewers indicate that while Microsoft OneNote has a higher overall satisfaction score, Otter.ai's focus on transcription and meeting notes makes it a strong contender for users who prioritize these features. The detailed and informative nature of Otter.ai's notes is often noted as a key benefit for users needing accurate meeting records.
- Users say that both products have their strengths, but Microsoft OneNote's extensive feature set and cross-platform capabilities give it an edge for those looking for a comprehensive note-taking solution. In contrast, Otter.ai's specialized focus on transcription and meeting integration makes it ideal for users who primarily need to document discussions efficiently.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft OneNote
No pricing availableOtter.ai
Basic
Free
1 User
For those who want to give it a try
- Zoom, MS Teams, and Google Meet
- AI Chat within and across meetings
- AI meeting workflows
Free Trial
Microsoft OneNote
No trial information availableOtter.ai
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,602
8.7
374
Ease of Use
8.9
1,610
9.0
379
Ease of Setup
9.0
153
9.0
273
Ease of Admin
8.9
132
8.6
89
Quality of Support
8.6
1,054
8.4
240
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
114
8.6
82
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
1,580
8.8
363
Features by Category
Lead Facilitation
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.1
67
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.8
16
Organization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
67
Not enough data
7.6
17
Performance Analysis
Not enough data
6.6
68
Not enough data
6.8
67
Sales Analysis
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.1
61
Not enough data
8.6
60
Agentic AI - AI Sales Assistant
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
8.3
12
Not enough data
8.5
11
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
9.3
5
AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Call Analytics
Not enough data
8.7
89
Not enough data
8.3
88
Not enough data
8.5
86
Not enough data
7.5
22
Agent Performance Management
Not enough data
7.7
74
Not enough data
8.7
82
Not enough data
8.6
81
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.7
78
Agentic AI - Conversation Intelligence
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
8.0
23
Not enough data
8.3
23
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.2
22
Not enough data
7.7
22
Voice
Not enough data
8.5
184
Not enough data
8.0
195
Transcription
Not enough data
7.7
192
Not enough data
8.7
179
Not enough data
7.9
157
Not enough data
7.3
159
Editing
Not enough data
8.1
171
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
175
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
7.9
156
Not enough data
7.6
52
Not enough data
8.3
168
Not enough data
7.8
149
Not enough data
8.0
159
Agentic AI - Transcription
Not enough data
8.4
50
Not enough data
8.2
49
Not enough data
7.9
48
Meeting Prep - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Meeting Automation - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
8.9
178
Not enough data
8.0
175
Not enough data
8.4
176
Meeting Insights - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
8.0
169
Not enough data
7.7
169
Not enough data
8.7
174
Accessibility - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
171
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
8.3
84
Not enough data
7.9
83
Not enough data
7.9
86
Not enough data
8.0
83
Deployment & Integration - Voice Recognition
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
7.5
16
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
8.9
17
Performance Optimization - Voice Recognition
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.1
16
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
8.8
15
Security & Compliance - Voice Recognition
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Advanced AI & Biometric Features - Voice Recognition
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
8.1
16
Not enough data
7.2
16
Agentic AI - Voice Recognition
Not enough data
8.4
15
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software
Not enough data
9.0
28
Action Item Detection - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
8.5
63
Not enough data
8.9
63
Automatic Transcription - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
8.7
65
Collaboration & Sharing - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
8.3
61
Language & Accent Support - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
7.6
62
Multi-Platform Integration - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
7.8
63
Privacy & Security Controls - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
8.1
59
Searchable Note Archives - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
8.2
63
Speaker Identification - AI Note-taking Software
Not enough data
7.9
65
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft OneNote and Otter.ai are categorized as Note-Taking Software
Unique Categories
Microsoft OneNote has no unique categories
Otter.ai is categorized as Transcription, AI Note-Taking Software, Business Instant Messaging, Conversation Intelligence, AI Sales Assistant, Voice Recognition, and AI Meeting Assistants
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft OneNote
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Otter.ai
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
10.8%
Computer Software
8.3%
Higher Education
5.7%
Education Management
5.0%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Other
66.4%
Marketing and Advertising
11.4%
Computer Software
11.4%
Consulting
7.1%
Information Technology and Services
7.1%
Higher Education
5.0%
Other
58.1%
Discussions
How do I save my one note and open it on a new computer?
3 Comments
JL
Hi Janette,
You don't have to ever "save" in OneNote, it saves AUTOMATICALLY! Which is one of it's best features to me. and then you just open your...Read more
Is there a way to give users edit permission t specific sections/pages within a OneNote document, or do permissions apply to the entire document only?
2 Comments
GF
OneNote is extremely customizable in terms of access/security options- as far as I’m aware, you can allow/password/restrict down to an individual page in...Read more
Is there a way to put photos into your notes?
2 Comments
AB
You can also click and drag your screen shots into your notebook. Read more
What does otter AI do?
2 Comments
FT
Otter.ai is an artificial intelligence transcription service that automatically creates text transcriptions of online meetings and audio recordings.Read more
Custom vocabulary
1 Comment
RD
Hello! I wanted to let you know that Equal Time (www.equaltime.io) offers Custom vocab (up to 1000 words or phrases). So you can add special tango terms as...Read more
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