Fireflies states 100+ recognition languages and exports PDF, DOCX, SRT, CSV, JSON and MD, while Potok covers about 30 languages and has no translation. The file limits differ in shape: Fireflies lists Audio 500 MB, video 2 GB and 150 minutes per file on paid plans, and Potok takes one file up to 2 GB.
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Files up to 2 GB · export to TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT and VTT · speaker labels and timestamps · about 30 languages
Key facts
- Fireflies sets separate limits for audio and for video and adds a duration cap, so the answer depends on the kind of file you hold.
- Potok uses one rule: up to 2 GB, with larger files sent through the Upload button of the mini app.
- Its export list includes CSV and JSON, which suit data work; Potok adds TXT, PDF and VTT for reading and subtitles.
- Its public pages do not mention a Telegram bot or say whether transcripts can be translated.
At a glance
| Fireflies | Potok | |
|---|---|---|
| Recognition languages | 100+ | About 30 |
| Translation of transcripts | Not stated on its public pages | Not available |
| Speaker labels | Yes | Yes, can be switched on |
| Export formats | PDF, DOCX, SRT, CSV, JSON, MD | TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT, VTT |
| Telegram bot | Not stated on its public pages | Yes, @potok_now_bot |
| Largest file | Audio 500 MB, video 2 GB and 150 minutes per file on paid plans | Up to 2 GB |
Facts about Fireflies come from its public pages and from third-party reviews. They can change; check the vendor's site before you decide.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Where it works | Telegram bot @potok_now_bot; large files go through the bot's mini app |
| File size | Up to 2 GB |
| Export | TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT, VTT |
| Speakers and time | Speaker labels and timestamps can be switched on |
| Languages | About 30 languages with good published results; a few more with warnings |
| Translation | The transcript is not translated into another language |
| Dictation | A separate Potok desktop app lets you dictate text into any program; it recognises Russian speech |
Common mistakes when choosing
| Mistake | What happens | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Reading the 2 GB video limit as the only limit | A cap of 150 minutes per file can stop a long recording even when the size fits. | Check size and duration together before you upload. |
| Converting video to audio to dodge a size limit without checking the audio limit | The audio limit is lower than the video limit. | Compare the exact limit for the kind of file you will really send. |
| Choosing by the number of recognition languages | A long list does not tell you how your own language performs. | Run a five-minute clip in your language through each tool. |
| Expecting CSV or JSON from a plain transcript tool | Only some tools produce them. | Decide your target format first, then pick the tool that exports it. |
| Sending a long meeting recording as one file without looking at its length | The duration cap can reject a file that is small enough in megabytes. | Cut the recording at natural breaks and send the parts one by one. |
More
See the full list of languages, the tools and the glossary.
Frequently asked questions
How many languages does Fireflies state?
Its public pages state 100+ recognition languages. Potok works in about 30 languages with good published results, so check your language on both lists.
What is the largest file Fireflies accepts?
It states audio 500 MB, video 2 GB and 150 minutes per file on paid plans. Potok accepts one file up to 2 GB.
Does Fireflies label speakers?
Yes, it states speaker labels. Potok can switch them on too, and marks speakers as numbers such as Speaker 1, never real names.
Which tool exports CSV or JSON?
Fireflies lists both. Potok does not export CSV or JSON; it exports TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT and VTT.
Can I use Potok without installing anything?
Yes, if you have Telegram. Open @potok_now_bot, send the file, and the text comes back in the chat.
Does the 2 GB limit of Potok depend on file type?
No. One limit applies to audio and video alike, and a larger file can go through the Upload button of the bot's mini app. A long transcript arrives as a file, a short one as text in the chat.
Sources
Each source was opened by hand on the date shown. Pages change, so open the source if a detail matters to you.
- Fireflies.ai, official website, Fireflies.ai · checked
- Whisper speech recognition system (Wikipedia), Wikipedia · checked
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