Memory Notch
Local-capable tools
Memory Notch vs Anarlog (formerly Hyprnote)
An open-source meeting notepad with local or optional hosted AI.
| Consideration | Memory Notch | Anarlog (formerly Hyprnote) |
|---|---|---|
| Processing | On your Mac | On-device or cloud, by configuration |
| Audio | Kept locally by the app | Local or chosen provider |
| Capture | Microphone and system audio; no bot | No |
| Platform | Apple Silicon · macOS 26 or later | macOS, Windows, Linux; local models vary by platform |
| Price | Trial: up to 5 minutes per recording; US$79 once for unlimited length on covered versions, on up to five Macs, with a year of updates | Open-source community app; optional commercial services |
Reviewed September 16, 2026. Read Anarlog (formerly Hyprnote)’s documentation for current features, plans, and terms.
What it offers
- Local transcripts and notes, with configurable AI providers.
- MIT-licensed community app; optional sync and hosted AI.
What to check
- Check both transcription and intelligence settings for local processing.
- The former Hyprnote project now uses the Anarlog name.
A small space on your Mac.
Memory Notch opens from the notch, follows the conversation with a live transcript, and folds away while recording continues. An optional glow keeps the collapsed recording visible. Search library titles and metadata, replay speaker turns, copy a transcript, or open the files.
No account is needed to record. There is no automatic summary generation. Recordings and transcription stay on-device; licence and update checks are described in our privacy policy. Choose a team or clinical tool if you need those specialized workflows.