Side-by-side record

Fathom vs. Simply Noted

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

Fathom starts at $15 per seat, versus Simply Noted at $358.

Full comparison

	Fathomfrom $15 per user/month, billed annually (Team plan, 2+ users)	Simply Notedfrom $358 per month
Audyense Score	76AS*Strong	32AS*Low
Positioning	Free AI notetaker for Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet	SimplyNoted is a tool for sending real handwritten notes and cards at scale.
Free tier	Yes	Yes
Deployment	Cloud / SaaS	Cloud / SaaS
Best fit	Startup, SMB, Mid-market	Startup, SMB, Mid-market
Pricing plans	Team$15	FreeFree BasicCustom pricing Business$100 AdvancedCustom pricing
Real handwritten notes	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Personalize with recipient names	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Unlimited card options	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Automate with API and Zapier	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Send bulk handwritten notes	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Real ink technology	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Workflow automation	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Postal Mail Outreach	—	YesDocumented in the sourced profile.
Integrations verified	—	5+
Aggregate rating	5.0 · 6.9k reviews	— · No reviews yet
Integrations	ZoomMicrosoft TeamsGoogle MeetSlack	ZapierMakeLinkedInTwitterAPI
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: Real handwritten notes Documented capability: Personalize with recipient names Profile names a concrete ICP: Simply Noted is perfect for any business that wants to add a personal touch with real handwritten notes. It helps you send thank-you notes, letters, a Public profile names Zapier, 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 Startups, SMBs, Mid-market 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

Simply Noted

SimplyNoted is a tool for sending real handwritten notes and cards at scale. It fits in the category of personalized business communication tools. It uses real ink and handwriting technology, making each note look authentic without the manual work. Users appreciate it for adding a personal touch to emails and direct mail campaigns. The tool shines in marketing, sales outreach, thank-you notes, and real estate letters where personal connection matters. It works quickly, often processing orders within a few days, so you can start seeing results fast. You can send one note or thousands with ease, making it efficient for any business size. SimplyNoted integrates well via RESTful API or Zapier into your CRM or marketing software to automate handwritten outreach. It’s not a general-purpose note-taking app or digital handwriting tool. Instead, it focuses solely on creating and sending physical, handwritten cards and notes to recipients.

A particularly good fit for: perfect for any business that wants to add a personal touch with real handwritten notes. It helps you send thank-you notes, letters, and direct mail easily, whe Startups, SMBs, Mid-market teams with a defined revenue workflow postal mail outreach

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

Simply Noted: Published starting price $358 per month

FreeFree
BasicCustom pricing
Business$100 per month
AdvancedCustom pricing

Capabilities worth validating

Fathom: the record has no feature-level evidence yet; verify the workflow directly. Integrations include Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Slack.
Simply Noted: Real handwritten notes, Personalize with recipient names, Unlimited card options, Automate with API and Zapier, Send bulk handwritten notes Integrations include Zapier, Make, LinkedIn, Twitter.

Questions to answer before switching

Does Fathom's selected plan include the features and limits we need?
Does Simply Noted'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: 2026-08-26. 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; Simply Noted product site, ColdIQ profile, Vendor website