Heyalo vs Plaud: Browser-based live signals vs hardware recording
Plaud is a physical device that records meetings. Heyalo is browser-based software that surfaces deal signals while the call is live. No hardware to buy.
Plaud NotePin is a hardware AI recording device (16g, clips to clothing) that captures audio locally and generates transcripts and summaries via a companion mobile app. The device costs $169 with AI subscriptions from $7.99 to $17.99 per month. Plaud works for both in-person and virtual meetings. Heyalo is browser-based at $49 per seat per month: no hardware, real-time buying signals and objection counters during live calls, and cross-meeting memory across every conversation. Visit Plaud
How does Heyalo compare to Plaud?
| Feature | Heyalo | Plaud |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time intelligence during calls | ||
| Hardware device required | $169 device | |
| Works for in-person meetings | Via microphone | |
| Works for virtual meetings | ||
| Meeting transcription | ||
| Post-call summaries | ||
| Buying signal detection | ||
| Objection handling in real time | ||
| Mid-call AI chat | ||
| Cross-meeting intelligence | ||
| No installation or hardware | ||
| Battery life | N/A (browser-based) | 20 hours recording |
| Cross-meeting intelligence (auto-prep from past calls) | ||
| Always-available Slack intelligence | ||
| Ambient observation (surfaces signals, not scripts) |
When to choose Plaud
- You need a dedicated device for in-person recordings (conferences, field visits, lectures)
- You prefer a physical product that works offline without internet
- You want a device with 20-hour battery life for all-day recording
- You attend mostly in-person meetings where screen-sharing is not an option
When to choose Heyalo
- You want live answers and signals, not a recording to review later
- You primarily attend virtual meetings (Zoom, Meet, Teams)
- You do not want to buy, charge, or carry a physical device
- You need deal intelligence that compounds across every conversation
- You want cross-meeting memory and Slack-based AI research
What is the price difference between Heyalo and Plaud?
Cancel anytime. No platform fee. No onboarding fee. Free to start, no credit card.
Plaud NotePin is a physical AI recording device that costs $169 one-time. Advanced AI features (summaries, mind maps, templates) require a subscription at $7.99-17.99/month. The device clips to clothing or sits on a desk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Plaud NotePin?
Plaud NotePin is a 16-gram physical AI recording device that clips to clothing or sits on a desk. It captures audio locally and syncs to a mobile app for AI transcription and summaries. The device costs $169 with optional AI subscriptions from $7.99 to $17.99 per month.
Is Plaud or Heyalo better for sales calls?
For virtual sales calls, Heyalo provides more value because it coaches in real time during the conversation. Plaud records audio but does not provide real-time coaching, buying signals, or objection handling. For in-person meetings where you need a discreet recording device, Plaud is purpose-built for that.
Can Plaud provide real-time coaching?
No. Plaud is a recording device. It captures audio and generates transcripts and summaries after the recording ends. It does not provide real-time coaching, buying signal alerts, or mid-call AI assistance.
Does Heyalo require hardware?
No. Heyalo runs entirely in a browser. You open it, share the meeting window, and it starts listening. No hardware purchase, no installation, no charging. It works on any computer with a browser.
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