Side-by-side record

Fathom vs. Lantern

Built from each tool’s researched, reviewed record. Figures are checked against public pricing pages at research time — always confirm current pricing with the vendor before buying.

The short version

Lantern starts at Free per seat, versus Fathom at $15.

Full comparison

	Fathomfrom $15 per user/month, billed annually (Team plan, 2+ users)	Lanternfrom Free
Audyense Score	76AS*Strong	32AS*Low
Positioning	Free AI notetaker for Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet	Lantern is a Revenue Data Platform designed for B2B sales and marketing teams.
Free tier	Yes	Yes
Deployment	Cloud / SaaS	Cloud / SaaS
Best fit	Startup, SMB, Mid-market	Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing plans	Team$15	FreeFree BasicCustom pricing StarterFree GrowthFree
AI agents monitor revenue tools	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Unify scattered data sources	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Ensure real-time contact accuracy	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Automate deal progression	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Integrate 50+ enterprise tools	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Enable secure role-based access	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Data enrichment	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Workflow automation	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Marketing automation	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Account research	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Integrations verified	—	4+
Aggregate rating	5.0 · 6.9k reviews	— · No reviews yet
Integrations	ZoomMicrosoft TeamsGoogle MeetSlack	SalesforceMakeLinkedInAPI
Security & compliance	SOC 2 Type IIGDPRHIPAA	—
Pros	Free plan is fully featured for unlimited recordings/transcripts Very high user satisfaction and ease-of-use scores on G2 Deep CRM and calendar integrations, plus MCP/API access	Documented capability: AI agents monitor revenue tools Documented capability: Unify scattered data sources Profile names a concrete ICP: Lantern is perfect for B2B sales and marketing teams who want to monitor every revenue signal and never miss new opportunities. It unifies data from t Public profile names Salesforce, Make, LinkedIn as connected workflow surfaces
Cons	Managing multiple notetaker bots in one meeting can be clunky per reviews	Some pricing or higher-tier terms are not publicly itemized Fit is strongest for the stated Mid-market, Enterprise audience rather than every team Named integrations should be validated against the team's exact plan and workflow Reported outcomes and vendor claims should be validated with the buyer's own data
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Editorial read of this comparison

The table summarizes structured facts; this section explains what the differences mean for a real buying decision.

Where each tool fits, and where it may not

Fathom

Fathom is an AI meeting notetaker that records, transcribes, and summarizes calls across Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams, with searchable call history, AI-generated action items, and coaching scorecards on higher tiers.

A particularly good fit for: Individuals and teams wanting a strong free-forever meeting notetaker

May be a poor fit if: Teams needing deep sales conversation analytics beyond notetaking

Lantern

Lantern is a Revenue Data Platform designed for B2B sales and marketing teams. It unifies scattered and inaccurate data from over 150 providers into one accurate, real-time system. This foundation powers AI agents that monitor signals, qualify leads, and automate workflows, helping teams spot new revenue opportunities quickly. Lantern shines in lead qualification, pipeline management, and customer tracking across sales, marketing, and customer success teams. Users typically see increased pipeline value, sometimes over $7M, within 60 days of use. Its AI voice and signal agents speed up outreach and engagement, turning cold contacts into warm leads faster. Lantern integrates seamlessly with 50+ enterprise tools, including Salesforce and ZoomInfo, fitting into your existing GTM tech stack without needing rip and replace. However, it’s not a standalone CRM or marketing automation platform; it complements these by enriching data and automating revenue actions based on unified intelligence. ▶ Video Review Coming Soon We're working on creating a detailed video review for Lantern .

A particularly good fit for: perfect for B2B sales and marketing teams who want to monitor every revenue signal and never miss new opportunities. It unifies data from tools like Salesforce Mid-market, Enterprise teams with a defined revenue workflow ai data provider

May be a poor fit if: Teams looking for a single-purpose tool outside its documented go-to-market focus Teams that need unlimited usage without plan or credit limits

Pricing and plan structure

Fathom: Published starting price $15 per user/month, billed annually (Team plan, 2+ users)

Team$15 per user/month

Lantern: Published starting price Free

FreeFree
BasicCustom pricing
StarterFree
GrowthFree

Capabilities worth validating

Fathom: the record has no feature-level evidence yet; verify the workflow directly. Integrations include Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Slack.
Lantern: AI agents monitor revenue tools, Unify scattered data sources, Ensure real-time contact accuracy, Automate deal progression, Integrate 50+ enterprise tools Integrations include Salesforce, Make, LinkedIn, API.

Questions to answer before switching

Does Fathom's selected plan include the features and limits we need?
Does Lantern's selected plan include the features and limits we need?
Does the exact integration path for Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet support the sync direction, permissions, and volume we need?
Is a hosted-only deployment acceptable for the team and customers who will use this system?

How to evaluate this shortlist

A useful comparison turns the differences between Sales & CRM tools into a concrete test. Use these steps to avoid choosing from a feature table or the lowest headline price alone.

Start with a representative Sales & CRM workflow, not a feature checklist. Define who will use it, what data goes in, and what outcome the team needs.
Test the complete path through Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet: permissions, sync direction, failure handling, and volume limits often matter more than the integration name.
Compare the cost of the real scenario, including users, usage, storage, support, and contract requirements. The entry price alone does not measure adoption cost.
Before switching, list the evidence gaps, request a demo of the critical workflow, and confirm security, data residency, export, and support with each vendor.

Some signals in these records are still incomplete. Treat that as a prompt to validate the workflow directly, not as a claim that a feature does not exist.

Research basis

Last checked: 2026-08-25. Pricing, integrations, feature support, and review signals can change, so treat this as a research snapshot and verify the final decision with the vendor.

Sources consulted: Fathom product site, G2, Capterra; Lantern product site, ColdIQ profile, Vendor website