TLDM vs Granola

TLDM vs Granola:
Why Privacy-First Wins

Looking for a Granola alternative? TLDM gives you the same powerful meeting transcription — without sending your data to the cloud. Pay once, own it forever.

Feature Comparison

Feature

TLDM

Granola

Real-time transcription

AI summaries

Action items

iOS app

Android app

On-device processing

In-person meetings

Lifetime pricing

$79 once

$144/year

Privacy-first

Partial

Why Choose TLDM Over Granola

Mobile-First, Not Mac-Only

Granola only works on Mac. TLDM works on iOS and Android — take it to every meeting, everywhere.

$79 Once vs $144/Year

Granola charges $12/month ($144/year). TLDM is $79 once — lifetime access, all platforms.

True On-Device Processing

Granola sends data to the cloud for AI processing. TLDM runs entirely on your device — nothing leaves your phone.

No Account Needed

Granola requires account setup. TLDM works instantly — download and start recording with zero setup.

Privacy: Granola vs TLDM

What Granola Collects

Mac-only — no iOS or Android support
Cloud processing for AI features
Requires account creation
Limited to desktop meetings only
No mobile recording capability
Subscription lock-in with monthly payments

What TLDM Collects

Minimal data collection — only what's needed for your account
All processing happens on your device
Works on iOS and Android
Local-first — audio stays on your device
Quick sign-up, no personal data harvesting
You own your data, period

Pricing: Pay Once vs Pay Forever

Granola charges $12/mo ($144/year). TLDM costs $79 once — lifetime access, no subscription.