Free script timer and video length calculator for creators, podcasters, and presenters
Your second brain on your desktop
Stage
Startup
Not given
Founded
2025
Not given
Based in
PK
CA
Pricing model
Free
Free
Pricing
Free forever. No signup, no premium tier, all tools included.
Free for the desktop app. Barside Plus: US$20 a month or US$200 a year. Paid Spaces: creators set their own pricing through Stripe, with Barside taking 8% (5% for Plus subscribers).
Key features
Real-time word and character count as you type
Per-paragraph timing breakdown
Export results to TXT, CSV, JSON, and teleprompter formats
Custom speaking speed setting in addition to preset speeds
Works with any language
Notes with rich formatting including headings, checklists, tables, code and links
Integrated drawing and diagramming with Excalidraw editor
Screen recording that saves directly into notes
Video transcription with timestamps
AI-powered search across all notes and content
Built-in password manager with auto-fill
Video meetings for up to 6 people
Cloud backup with up to 90 days of history for Plus subscribers
Team Spaces with chat, polls and shared notes
AI agents that run on schedule with approval workflow
What makes it different
Completely free forever with no signup required and no premium tier or hidden features
Supports any language and works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile
Multiple speaking speeds optimized for different content types and delivery styles
Industry-standard calculation methods used by professionals and endorsed by major platforms
Completely free for core features with local-first architecture requiring no account
Replaces 10+ subscription apps in one unified desktop application
AI agents with approval workflow for safe automation
Integrated screen recording and transcription without external tools
Supports multiple operating systems with native desktop integration
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