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Fathom vs Hedra

Fathom logo

Fathom

AI

Free AI meeting assistant

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Hedra logo

Hedra

Video Production

AI platform for generating video, image, and audio content

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Fathom team plan requires minimum 2 users; cannot purchase single seat at team pricing; Hedra free tier limited to watermarked outputs
  • They diverge on capability: Fathom covers Auto-recording, Hedra covers Creative Studio agent.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fathom and Hedra actually diverge.

Attributes where Fathom and Hedra differ
AttributeFathomHedra
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb, Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft TeamsWeb, API
CategoryAIVideo Production
Founded2020Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Fathom

  • Auto-recording
  • AI summaries
  • Transcription
  • Highlight clips
  • Zoom
  • Google Meet
  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce

Only in Hedra

  • Creative Studio agent
  • Reusable skills library
  • Collaborative canvases
  • API v3
  • Model catalog browser
  • OpenAPI support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Fathom

  • AI-powered meeting transcription and automatic note-taking for sales teams and professionalsnot Hedra
  • Meeting analysis with AI scorecards and action item generation that syncs to CRMsnot Hedra

Hedra

  • Video and image generation for creative agenciesnot Fathom
  • AI-powered content production for media teamsnot Fathom
  • Generative API integration into applicationsnot Fathom
  • Batch media generation for commercial projectsnot Fathom
  • Visual asset creation with AI modelsnot Fathom

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Fathom

  • Team plan requires minimum 2 users; cannot purchase single seat at team pricing
  • CRM field sync and deal view summaries available only on Business plan ($34/user/month) and above

Hedra

  • Free tier limited to watermarked outputs
  • Monthly credits reset each billing cycle and do not carry over
  • Enterprise tier requires custom quote and negotiation
  • Documentation and tutorials limited on main site
  • Pricing starts at $15/month for basic commercial use

Pricing, plan by plan

Fathom

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fathom review.

Hedra

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Limited watermarked generations
    • No credit card required
    • Access to basic tools
  • Basic$15/month
    • 1500 credits monthly
    • Slower generation speeds
    • Commercial use permitted
  • Creator$30/month
    • 5400 credits monthly
    • Faster generation speeds
    • Commercial use permitted
  • Professional$75/month
    • 14400 credits monthly
    • Fastest generation capability
    • Commercial use permitted

Which should you pick?

Choose Fathom if

  • You need auto-recording.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams.
  • You also want ai summaries.
Fathom review

Choose Hedra if

  • You need creative studio agent.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, API.
  • You also want reusable skills library.
Hedra review

Questions people ask

Is Fathom or Hedra better?
Neither clearly leads. Fathom starts at Free and Hedra at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fathom or Hedra?
Fathom starts at Free and Hedra at Free.
Does Fathom or Hedra run on more platforms?
Fathom runs on Web, Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams. Hedra runs on Web, API.
Can I use Fathom for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Fathom best used for?
Fathom is most often used for ai-powered meeting transcription and automatic note-taking for sales teams and professionals, meeting analysis with ai scorecards and action item generation that syncs to crms. Of those, ai-powered meeting transcription and automatic note-taking for sales teams and professionals and meeting analysis with ai scorecards and action item generation that syncs to crms are not what Hedra is typically brought in for.
What can Fathom do that Hedra cannot?
Fathom covers Auto-recording, AI summaries, Transcription, Highlight clips. Hedra covers Creative Studio agent, Reusable skills library, Collaborative canvases, API v3.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fathom: What is the most affordable paid plan for individuals, and what does it include?

Fathom Premium costs $20 per month (or $16 per month billed annually). It includes advanced summaries, action items, and a conversational AI assistant, in addition to the features in the free plan.

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Hedra: What is the difference between monthly subscription credits and purchased credit packs?

Monthly subscription credits reset each billing cycle, while purchased credit packs do not expire between billing cycles and carry over.

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Fathom: What is included in Fathom's free plan?

The free plan includes unlimited recordings, transcriptions, AI summaries, clips, and playlists at no cost forever.

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Hedra: Can I use Hedra content commercially on free and paid plans?

Commercial use is permitted on Basic, Creator, and Professional plans. The free tier produces watermarked outputs.

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Fathom: How much does the Team plan cost per user, and what features does it add?

The Team plan costs $19 per month per user (minimum 2 users, or $15 per month annually). It includes everything from Premium plus global search, collaboration features, and team playlists.

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Hedra: What support is included with different Hedra plans?

Basic, Creator, and Professional plans have standard support. Enterprise plans include dedicated technical support via Slack and a dedicated account manager.

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Fathom: What trial or guarantee is available before committing to a paid plan?

All paid plans offer a 90-day guarantee to test features risk-free.

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Fathom: Does Fathom offer free or discounted plans for startups or nonprofits?

Yes, qualified portfolio companies get up to 2 years free, and nonprofits can apply for 10 free seats.

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