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YTSummaryMost similar to Eightify in what it does, its category and its price.
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TubeOnAIHas a free plan, rated 3.9 out of 5. Eightify has none.
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BluedotRated 4.0 out of 5 in our review, against 4.1 for Eightify.
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At a glance
Green means better than Eightify, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 EightifyBaseline | 4.1 | $5/mo | No | An AI YouTube summarizer that turns long videos into key ideas and timestamped notes | |
| YTSummary | 3.5−0.6 | Free | YesEightify has none | ChatGPT reads the whole video for you - outline, mind map, or timestamped segment breakdowns of any-length YouTube video, in multiple languages. | vs Eightify |
 Noiz | 3.8−0.3 | Not listed | No | One-click YouTube video summaries in 41 languages, timestamped - also known as Eightify, an established browser-extension summarizer, now handling videos up to 12 hours. | vs Eightify |
 TubeTLDR | 2.8−1.3 | Free | YesEightify has none | Paste a YouTube URL, pick your summary type and language, get a GPT-powered rundown back - no video-length limit, free account to start. | vs Eightify |
 inboxhiiv | 3.7−0.4 | $5.99/mo$0.99 more | YesEightify has none | Podcast recaps in your inbox, for people following more shows than they can listen to. | vs Eightify |
 Scribbler | 3.8−0.3 | $10/mo$5 more | YesEightify has none | Summarises podcasts and YouTube videos, with timestamped transcripts you can chat to. | vs Eightify |
| Bluedot | 4.0−0.1 | $18/mo$13 more | No | AI note taker that records meetings without a bot joining the call. | vs Eightify |
| TubeOnAI | 3.9−0.2 | Free | YesEightify has none | Summarizes YouTube, podcasts, PDFs and web articles, then repurposes the content into blog posts and social copy - free tier forever, 150,000+ users. | vs Eightify |
 Skipit.ai | 3.7−0.4 | $12.99/mo$7.99 more | No | Summarises YouTube videos up to 12 hours long and answers questions about them. | vs Eightify |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Eightify.
YTSummary
3.5Free
vs Eightify−0.6Free plan
ChatGPT reads the whole video for you - outline, mind map, or timestamped segment breakdowns of any-length YouTube video, in multiple languages.
- ChatGPT-powered video summarization
- Three formats: outline, mind map, and timestamped segments
- Support for videos of any length
Three distinct summary formats fit different video types and use cases
Paid pricing requires contacting support rather than a published rate card
Noiz
3.8Not listed
vs Eightify−0.3
One-click YouTube video summaries in 41 languages, timestamped - also known as Eightify, an established browser-extension summarizer, now handling videos up to 12 hours.
- One-click YouTube video summarization
- Timestamped summary points linked to the video
- 41 languages, list or Q&A summary format
Timestamped summaries let you jump directly to the relevant moment
A summary loses nuance and detail present in the full video
TubeTLDR
2.8Free
vs Eightify−1.3Free plan
Paste a YouTube URL, pick your summary type and language, get a GPT-powered rundown back - no video-length limit, free account to start.
- GPT-powered summarization of any YouTube video by URL
- No limit on source video length
- Multiple summary type options
No video-length cap, unlike many competing summarizers
Paid tier pricing not independently confirmed - site blocked direct verification during review
inboxhiiv
3.7$5.99/mo
vs Eightify$0.99 more−0.4Free plan
Podcast recaps in your inbox, for people following more shows than they can listen to.
- AI-generated podcast episode summaries with key points and quotes
- Timestamped chapter breakdowns you can jump to
- Alerts for specific guests or topics across shows
Solves the real triage problem of following more shows than time allows
Summaries lose tone and context that matters on discussion-format shows
Scribbler
3.8$10/mo
vs Eightify$5 more−0.3Free plan
Summarises podcasts and YouTube videos, with timestamped transcripts you can chat to.
- Summaries of podcasts and YouTube videos
- Full transcripts with timestamps
- Chat interface over the content
Timestamps let you navigate rather than only skim
Hourly credits add up for a heavy listening habit
Bluedot
4.0$18/mo
vs Eightify$13 more−0.1
AI note taker that records meetings without a bot joining the call.
- Bot-free recording that captures audio without a visible meeting participant
- Transcription across 100+ languages
- Customizable note templates for sales, recruiting, and customer-success calls
Records without a bot icon appearing in the call roster, keeping meetings feeling private
Free tier caps out at 5 meetings for the life of the account, not a recurring monthly allowance
TubeOnAI
3.9Free
vs Eightify−0.2Free plan
Summarizes YouTube, podcasts, PDFs and web articles, then repurposes the content into blog posts and social copy - free tier forever, 150,000+ users.
- Summarizes YouTube, podcasts, PDFs and web articles
- Repurposes content into blog posts, social copy and newsletters
- Channel subscriptions with automatic notifications
Repurposes into finished content formats, not just a condensed summary
User/satisfaction figures are vendor-reported marketing claims
Skipit.ai
3.7$12.99/mo
vs Eightify$7.99 more−0.4
Summarises YouTube videos up to 12 hours long and answers questions about them.
- Summaries of videos up to 12 hours
- Question-answering about video content
- Unlimited messages and chats
12-hour ceiling covers conference talks and full lectures
No free tier
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Eightify free?
Eightify does not list a free plan. Paid plans start from $5/mo.
What is the best free alternative to Eightify?
TubeOnAI is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (3.9 out of 5). Other free options: Scribbler, inboxhiiv, YTSummary.
What is the cheapest alternative to Eightify?
Among paid plans, inboxhiiv has the lowest starting price (from $5.99/mo). If you need it free, start with TubeOnAI.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.