Yes, Cluely is free to start. The Starter plan costs nothing and includes limited AI responses, limited meeting notes and up to 3 uploaded files. Unlimited use is Cluely Pro at $19.99 a month ($11.99 billed annually). Screen-share hiding is only on Pro + Undetectability at $149.99 a month ($79.99 billed annually).
Cluely on Toolfolio. Updated November 13, 2026. Prices checked on cluely.com/pricing with no account.
Cluely pricing at a glance
AI tool that sees your screen, hears calls, and gives real-time answers—completely undetectable.
These are the prices on Cluely's official pricing page on November 13, 2026, in US dollars.
| Plan | Monthly | Billed annually | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | Free | Free | Limited AI responses, limited meeting notes, custom instructions, up to 3 files, ask AI about past meetings |
| Pro | $19.99 a month | $11.99 a month (shown as 40% off) | Unlimited AI responses and notes, latest AI models, unlimited files, priority support |
| Pro + Undetectability | $149.99 a month | $79.99 a month (shown as 50% off) | Everything in Pro, plus hiding from meeting screen-sharing software |
| Mobile (iPhone app) | $8 a week | $144 a year | Real-time meeting insights, AI responses on mobile, cross-device sync |
| Enterprise | Contact sales | Contact sales | Knowledge base sync, CRM and ATS integrations, admin controls, onboarding |
What the free Starter plan includes
The free plan is a real working version of the desktop app, not a time-limited trial. According to the pricing page, Starter gives you:
- Limited AI responses during calls
- Limited meeting notetaking
- Custom instructions and up to 3 uploaded files
- Custom keybinds
- Asking AI about all your past meetings
What it does not include is unlimited use, the newest models listed under Pro, or the screen-share hiding feature. Cluely's feature comparison table marks "Undetectability to Screen Share" as unavailable on both Starter and Pro.
How many free responses do you get?
Cluely does not publish an exact number. The comparison table's row is titled "AI messages per day" and the Starter cell only says "Limited AI responses", so the cap resets daily but the figure is not public. Meeting notes are also listed as "Limited" with no number. If you hit the limit mid-call, the only official fix is upgrading to Pro.
We did not create an account to measure the cap, so we cannot give you a reliable number. Treat any exact figure you see on third-party sites as unofficial unless Cluely confirms it.
Does Cluely have a free trial?
Not in the usual sense. The pricing page offers a free Starter plan rather than a free trial of Pro, and we found no official mention of a 7-day or 30-day Pro trial on cluely.com. The practical "trial" is using Starter on a few real calls before deciding whether the limits bother you.
Pro vs Pro + Undetectability: which one do you need?
Pro at $19.99 a month removes the limits: unlimited responses, unlimited notes and unlimited files. For most people using Cluely as a sales call, lecture or meeting assistant, that is the plan that matters.
Pro + Undetectability at $149.99 a month adds one thing on top of Pro: Cluely says the window is "completely hidden to meeting screen sharing software." Its docs describe invisibility as a setting you switch on with the eye icon on the command bar, or in Settings > Make Invisible, and say it relies on the same operating system behavior Zoom uses to keep overlays out of screen shares. We did not test whether it stays hidden on Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams or any recording tool, so treat that as a vendor claim.
One detail worth knowing: the docs page says Cluely is invisible to screen sharing "by default" while also calling invisibility an opt-in feature, and the pricing page sells hiding only on the top plan. If hiding is the reason you are paying, confirm what your plan does on a test call before you rely on it.
Cluely mobile app pricing
AI tool that sees your screen, hears calls, and gives real-time answers—completely undetectable.
The iPhone app is priced separately from the desktop plans. Switch the pricing page to Mobile and it shows $8 a week, or $144 billed annually, for real-time meeting insights, AI responses on mobile and cross-device sync. Cluely's mobile page lets you download the app for free, and the subscription is sold through the App Store.
We did not find an official Android app or a Chrome extension. On desktop, Cluely's quickstart lists macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later and Windows 11 on an x64 processor, with 8 GB of RAM recommended.
Refunds and cancellation
Read this before you pay, because the refund policy is strict:
- Refunds are only available within 24 hours, and only if you can send video evidence that the software is not working on your computer.
- Concerns about detection by screen-sharing software, or slow answers, are not refundable.
- Windows 10 computers are not eligible for refunds, because Windows 10 support is not guaranteed.
- You can cancel any time from account settings. Access lasts until the end of the paid month or year, and there are no pro-rata refunds.
That makes the free Starter plan the right place to test, especially on Windows.
Is Cluely safe to use?
On data, Cluely's privacy policy says it does not sell your data or train on your data, and that you can email help@cluely.com to enable end-to-end encryption. Its enterprise docs claim SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA and HIPAA compliance, with a public trust center. The privacy policy also says the service is not directed at anyone under 16. Remember what the app handles: Cluely can collect audio recordings, transcripts and screenshots of your calls, which are stored under its terms.
The bigger safety question is how you use it. Many employers, schools, exams and interview processes forbid AI help or recording without consent, and recording laws differ by country and state. Cluely's refund policy also says detection is not refundable, so the company does not guarantee hiding either. Use it where AI assistance is allowed and the other people on the call know you are recording.
Free and cheaper Cluely alternatives
If the Starter limits are too tight and $19.99 a month feels steep, compare these first. Our full Cluely alternatives guide checks each vendor's official pricing.
| Tool | Free option | Good for |
|---|---|---|
 Granola | Free basic plan | Meeting notes after the call, no live overlay |
| Free basic plan | Transcripts and searchable meeting notes | |
| Natively | Free for personal use with your own API keys or a local model | A self-run live assistant |
| LockedIn AI | Free sessions with daily minute limits | Interview practice and live meeting help |
If you only need notes, a notetaker is cheaper and less risky than a hidden overlay. See our list of the best AI meeting note takers for more options.
Who should pay for Cluely?
- Try it once or twice a week: stay on Starter.
- Use it on daily sales calls, lectures or meetings: Pro at $11.99 a month billed annually is the best value.
- Only want the hiding feature: be careful. It is the most expensive plan, it is untested by us, and detection problems are excluded from refunds.
- On iPhone only: the Mobile plan at $144 a year is cheaper than $8 a week, which adds up to about $416 a year.
FAQ
Is Cluely free or paid?
Both. Cluely has a free Starter plan with limited AI responses and meeting notes, plus paid plans: Pro at $19.99 a month ($11.99 billed annually) and Pro + Undetectability at $149.99 a month ($79.99 billed annually).
Is Cluely free for students?
Students get the same free Starter plan as everyone else. We found no official student discount or student plan on cluely.com on November 13, 2026.
Is Cluely free on Windows?
Yes. The Starter plan is free on both Mac and Windows. The Windows app needs Windows 11 on a 64-bit processor, and Cluely's refund policy excludes Windows 10 computers.
What is the Cluely free plan limit?
Cluely does not publish the exact number. The pricing page lists Starter as "Limited AI responses" in a row labeled AI messages per day, plus limited meeting notes and up to 3 files.
Does Cluely have a free trial of Pro?
We did not find an official Pro trial. Cluely's pricing page offers the free Starter plan instead, so you can use the app with limits before paying.
Is the free version of Cluely undetectable?
No. Cluely's feature comparison marks undetectability to screen share as unavailable on Starter and on Pro. It is sold only on Pro + Undetectability. We did not test the claim on any platform.
How much is Cluely per month?
Pro is $19.99 a month, or $11.99 a month billed annually. Pro + Undetectability is $149.99 a month, or $79.99 a month billed annually. The iPhone app is $8 a week or $144 a year.
Is Cluely safe to download and use?
The download comes from cluely.com, and Cluely says it does not sell or train on your data and holds SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance. It does capture call audio, transcripts and screenshots, so only use it where AI help and recording are allowed.
Can I get a refund from Cluely?
Only within 24 hours, and only with video evidence that the app does not work on your computer. Detection concerns, slow answers and Windows 10 computers are excluded. Cancelling stops renewal but does not refund the current period.
What are the best free alternatives to Cluely?
For notes, Granola and Otter have free plans. For a live assistant, Natively is free for personal use with your own keys. Our Cluely alternatives comparison covers more options.
Sources and verification notes
- cluely.com/pricing (Desktop and Mobile tabs, Monthly and Annually toggles), checked November 13, 2026.
- docs.cluely.com quickstart, undetectability and enterprise welcome pages, checked November 13, 2026.
- cluely.com/terms/refund-policy and cluely.com/terms/cancellation-policy, both last updated April 20, 2025.
- cluely.com/privacy-policy, checked November 13, 2026.
- Not verified: the exact daily response cap on Starter, whether a Pro trial exists inside the app, and whether undetectability works on any specific meeting tool. We did not create an account or test the app.
