Snipd
Snipd is a tool designed to provide high-quality AI-generated summaries for podcasts. Utilizing OpenAIs ChatGPT, Snipd is capable of listening to an entire podc...
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What is Snipd?
Snipd is an AI-powered podcast player that transforms passive listening into active learning by generating AI summaries, transcripts, and key insights from podcast episodes. The app uses OpenAI's ChatGPT to listen to entire podcast episodes, extract the best ideas and key insights, and create both audio and text summaries that users can read or listen to in about 5 minutes. This allows podcast enthusiasts to quickly overview episodes, discover new content, and review important points whether they're on the go, driving, working out, or multitasking.
Key features include headphone snipping (triple-tap your headphones to save key moments with transcript and summary), chat with episodes (like ChatGPT for your podcasts), AI-generated chapters for navigation, full episode transcripts with speaker identification, export & sync to note-taking apps like Notion, Obsidian, and Readwise, import YouTube videos and audiobooks from Libro.fm, shareable quote cards, mentioned books discovery, guest bios, and multi-language AI support for 26 languages. The app works on iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto, and Apple Watch for hands-free control.
Snipd is designed for podcast enthusiasts, knowledge seekers, and anyone who wants to get more out of their podcast listening. It's ideal for people pressed for time, those discovering new podcasts, listeners wanting a sneak peek of topics before diving in, and anyone who wants to capture and revisit insights from podcasts. The app has joined hundreds of thousands of users who are getting more out of podcast listening through AI-enhanced features.
The tool helps users invest their time in content that matters by providing AI-generated summaries that give the full picture—topics, guests, and key takeaways—before hitting play. Users can explore summaries related to a wide range of topics and jump directly into full episodes from the summary, making it an efficient way to discover new podcasts and gain access to knowledge quickly in a digestible format.
Snipd pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free Plan: $0/month - Includes unlimited podcast listening, unlimited core features, and limited AI features (2 episodes per week). AI features include: create AI-powered snips, transcript with speakers, chapters, episode summary, mentioned books, and shareable quotes. Premium Plan: $6.99/month with 1-week free trial - Includes everything from Free Plan plus unlimited AI features for 1M+ episodes, chat with episode, import audio files & YouTube videos, custom AI prompts, and 900 minutes of AI processing per month. Prices may vary by country - check App Store for exact regional pricing.
Snipd pros
- AI-generated audio and text summaries in about 5 minutes
- Powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT for high-quality summaries
- Listen to summaries or read them - dual consumption options
- Triple-tap headphone snipping for hands-free insight capture
- Chat with episodes like ChatGPT for your podcasts
- AI-generated chapters for easy episode navigation
- Full transcripts with speaker identification
- Works on iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto, and Apple Watch
- Import YouTube videos and take notes just like podcasts
- Import audiobooks from Libro.fm with AI features
- Upload any audio file including lectures and recordings
- Export & sync to Notion, Obsidian, Readwise, Glasp, Bear, Logseq
- Shareable quote cards with speaker context for social sharing
- Multi-language AI supporting 26 languages
- Mentioned books discovery with most-cited books per show
- Guest bios and exploration of podcast appearances
- Free plan with more features than most premium apps
- Unlimited podcast listening on free plan
- 1-week free trial on Premium plan
- AI summaries are shareable via social/messaging apps
Snipd cons
- Free plan limited to 2 AI episodes per week
- Premium at $6.99/month may be expensive for some users
- AI summaries currently available for English podcasts mainly
- AI processing limited to 900 minutes per month on Premium
- Some AI features require episodes to be pre-processed
- Private feeds need Premium subscription for AI features
- Android availability mentioned but iOS seems more prominent
- Prices vary by country - need to check local App Store
- AI summaries take up to 20 minutes to generate initially
- Requires downloading separate mobile app
Frequently asked questions about Snipd
How can I listen to podcast summaries on Snipd?
Get the Snipd app (iOS or Android), select any episode with AI, tap on Summary, and if you like the summary, you can jump directly to the podcast episode using your headphones.
Can I get AI summaries for private feeds?
Yes, with a Premium subscription, you can get all AI features on your private feeds, including AI summaries.
Are AI summaries shareable?
Yes, you can share AI summaries via social apps or messaging apps using the share button on the summary page.
Can I listen to the full podcast after listening to a summary?
Yes, if you like a summary, just tap your headphones! Snipd is a fully-fledged podcast player.
What languages does Snipd's AI support?
Snipd's AI features support 26 languages including English, German, Spanish, French, and many more.
How long does it take to generate an AI summary?
Within 20 minutes you can get an AI transcription and summary after running AI processing on an episode.
Can I import YouTube videos into Snipd?
Yes, you can import YouTube videos and listen to them in Snipd, capturing insights and taking notes just like with podcasts.
What note-taking apps can I export snips to?
You can export and sync snips to Notion, Readwise, Obsidian, Glasp, Bear, Logseq, and export as Markdown.
Does Snipd work while driving?
Yes, you can save key insights from your steering wheel with CarPlay support for hands-free learning while driving.
What power does Snipd's AI use for summaries?
Snipd's AI is powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT, which listens to the entire episode before extracting and summarizing the best ideas from the podcast.