Auditory VS Fathom - Whats the deal?
We get a lot of our prospects asking us what’s the difference between Auditory and Fathom. So in this post we’re going to explore the key benefits and limitations of either platform.
First off, this isn’t a blog post where we just bash the competitor and say how good we are (we are really good though!). Fathom is a great platform and there are certain use cases where we have to admit to prospects that fathom is a better fit.
Why pick Fathom?
If all you need is basic post-call transcription and a quick way to capture meeting notes, Fathom is a fantastic choice.
It’s:
• Lightweight
• Fast to set up
• Great for solo operators or small teams who just want a clean call summary, recording, and auto-generated notes
And because it’s low-cost (or even free), it’s ideal if:
• You don’t need cross-call insights or deal-level analysis
• You’re not trying to automate complex workflows or custom CRM fields
• You just want a straightforward companion to help take notes during meetings
In short:
If your sales process is simple and you’re not yet scaling or optimising at a strategic level, Fathom does the job no bells or whistles needed. I've used it myself and I really liked how it easy it was and the recap notes afterwards.
Why Pick Auditory?
Auditory is built specifically for founder-led and scaling sales teams who want more than just call transcripts, they want sales centric outputs from the call data.
We’re not a transcription company. We’re a sales outcomes company.
Auditory helps you close more deals by making sure the insights from every discovery call actually drive the demo, follow-up, and proposal. It doesn’t just summarise what happened, it helps you act on it.
With Auditory, you get:
- Deal scoring and insights across calls to prioritise the right opportunities
- Automated CRM updates that actually match your sales motion — even custom fields like checkboxes and dropdowns
- Post-call coaching and performance tracking so every rep improves
- Dashboards built around outcomes, not just activity
Auditory is designed for teams that want to shorten sales cycles, improve conversion rates, and make sure no insight gets lost between discovery and close.
If you’re building a sales machine, not just taking notes then Auditory is for you.
Feature Comparison: Auditory vs Fathom
Final Thoughts
Both Fathom and Auditory are solid tools but they’re built for very different purposes.
- If you’re just looking for transcription and note-taking, Fathom is a great lightweight solution.
- If you’re trying to build a repeatable, scalable sales process, and want to turn calls into revenue-driving insights, Auditory is the better fit.
Still not sure which one suits you best?
We’re happy to give you an honest answer, even if it means recommending someone else.
👉 Book a quick call or try Auditory free and see the difference for yourself.