Head to head · Best Transcription Software
Fireflies vs Murf
Fireflies scores higher overall (2.6 vs 2.3), but the right pick depends on which dimension matters most to you.
| Criterion | FirefliesLimited | MurfLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 2.6— higher score for Fireflies | 2.3 |
| Capability45% of composite | 3.4— higher score for Fireflies | 3.1 |
| Publisher fit40% of composite | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Total cost of ownership15% of composite | 4.5— higher score for Fireflies | 3.0 |
| Best for | Small, Mid-Market | Mid-Market, Enterprise |
| Pricing | Free tier available; Pro plan at $10/user/mo, Business plan at $19/user/mo (billed annually), and Enterprise at $39/user/mo. | Free tier; Creator $19/month. (vendor pricing page, verified 2026-08-06) |
Fireflies
- Specialized in business meeting transcription
- AI search feature for specific words and topic filtering
- Conversation Intelligence with post-meeting notes, talk time, and sentiment analysis
- Only 7 languages supported — less than many competitors
- Post-meeting notes feature locked behind Business tier ($29/month)
- Free tier has limited transcription
Murf
- 120+ text-to-speech voice options — best for voice-over work
- Comprehensive audio editing: sound enhancement, voice changer, collaborative editing
- Transcription with integrated text editor and timestamped words
- Transcription is a secondary feature — not a dedicated transcription tool
- Basic subscription at $26/month for only 24 hours/year is very limited
- Unlimited transcription requires enterprise tier at $59/user/month with minimum 5 users
Common questions
Is Fireflies or Murf better?
Fireflies scores higher overall (2.6 vs 2.3), but the right pick depends on which dimension matters most to you. Fireflies scores 2.6/5 and Murf scores 2.3/5 on Benchmark Grid's independent assessment. Scores are set editorially by SODP against published criteria and cannot be purchased.
Which is cheaper, Fireflies or Murf?
On total cost of ownership — which covers pricing transparency, entry cost, implementation, hidden-fee risk and ongoing cost — Fireflies scores 4.5/5 and Murf scores 3.0/5. A higher score means better value, not a lower sticker price.
How are these scores calculated?
Each tool is assessed across 12 criteria grouped into Capability (45% of the composite), Publisher Fit (40%) and Total Cost of Ownership (15%). Assessment is carried out by SODP's editorial team against a published methodology. Vendors cannot pay for inclusion, scores or rankings.
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