Comparison

Omi vs 01 Light

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Omi

This AI-powered tool records meetings and conversations, transforming them into searchable transcripts, summaries, and action items. It offers advanced features like multi-language support, offline recording, and integration with other apps. Users can also build custom AI tools and maintain full control over their data.

Highlights
  • AI-powered meeting recording and transcription
  • Automatic summaries and action items
  • Multi-language support and translation
  • Searchable transcripts and memories
  • Offline recording capabilities
  • Integration with other productivity apps
  • Open-source hardware and software
Features
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Omi AI records your meetings and conversations and turns them into searchable transcripts, summaries, action items, and memories — across iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, the web, and when paired with Omi wearable devices (Omi Pendant / Omi Glass). Stay focused and present in meetings, classes, or daily chats while Omi captures everything. Later, just search, ask, share, or export. Real privacy and control. Start for free or go unlimited. Download now and unlock your super memory! Features (aka Superpowers!): Capture Everything: - Transcribes everything you say and hear - Auto-generates summaries, tasks, and memories - 25+ languages (mono/multi-speaker + translation) - Precision recognition (Speech Profiles) - Online/Offline: Record live or without a connection Recall Instantly: - Search across summaries, tasks, and memories - Ask Omi AI (context-aware + web search) - Daily Recap (your day at a glance) - Brain Map (visualize how your memories connect) - Tap, talk & answer: Instant responses Automate Your Work: - Sync action items with your favorite apps - Custom summary templates - App Marketplace (thousands of tools) - Folders & favorites to stay organized - Quick share for transcripts and summaries Build & Extend: - Open Source: Open hardware + software - API + MCP Server: Work with your own data - One-click AI apps: Create no-code tools - Custom STT: Choose your own transcription provider - Publish to the Omi App Store Own Your Data: - Enterprise security: SOC 2 + HIPAA - Run locally (go cloud-free if you prefer) - Encryption: TLS in transit + AES-256 at rest - Full, easy export - Delete specific items or everything whenever you want You just got yourself a second brain!

About

01 Light

Control your computer and smart home devices remotely using voice commands. Access files, launch applications, and manage connected devices from anywhere. This early access release is designed for developers and enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Remote file management
  • App integration
  • Smart home control
  • Custom automations
  • Voice command interface
Features
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Control your computer and smart home with voice commands from anywhere. The 01 connects to a server on your home machine, enabling remote access to your files, apps, and IoT devices. Capabilities: File management: Search, move, and share files across your system App integration: Interact with email, calendars, notes, and reminders Smart home control: Manage lights, thermostats, and other connected devices Custom automations: Teach your 01 to perform specific workflows Setup: 1. Install Python 3.11 2. Clone our GitHub repo: github.com/openinterpreter/01 3. Follow server setup instructions: 01.openinterpreter.com/software/server/livekit-server 4. Scan the generated QR code with the 01 App This is an early access release for developers and enthusiasts. Expect updates and potential instability. --- The 01 is an open-source platform for conversational devices, inspired by the Rabbit R1 and Star Trek computer. The source code for this app and the 01 server can be found at github.com/openinterpreter/01.

Screenshots

Omi4 screens
01 Light4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 01 Light at 5.0 against Omi's 3.9. 01 Light also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). Omi's advantage is ratings volume (172 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

01 Light holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Omi has 172 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Omi ships an update fortnightly, 01 Light every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Omi versus 01 Light: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOmi01 Light
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (172 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.8% of reviews
Number of ratings172 — better2
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB41 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBased HardwareOpen Interpreter Inc.

Customer experience

Omi

All ratings172 ratings
Positive72.1%
Neutral2.9%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews118 reviews
Positive56.8%
Neutral5.1%
Negative38.1%

01 Light

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Omi

No in-app purchases

None

01 Light

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Omi free?
Omi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 01 Light free?
01 Light is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Omi or 01 Light?
01 Light is rated higher. Omi averages 3.9 out of 5 from 172 ratings, while 01 Light averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Omi or 01 Light have ads?
Neither Omi nor 01 Light shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Omi or 01 Light?
Omi ships an update fortnightly, and 01 Light every 8 days. Most recently, Omi was updated on September 22, 2026 and 01 Light on June 11, 2026.

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