Pricing
Buy once. Keep it private.
Most tools charge per month and require uploads. VideoChapter keeps core processing on your Mac and offers Pro as a one-time upgrade.
Free
Get started for free
- Automatic chapters with timecodes
- Chapter summaries
- Full searchable transcript
- Click-to-seek playback
- Local processing after model download
- No account required
VideoChapter Pro
One-time purchase • No recurring subscriptions
Everything in Free, plus:
- Ask the video with grounded answers and timestamps
- Translate transcripts with Apple-supported languages
- Export chapters (YouTube, CSV, Markdown, JSON)
- Export transcripts (SRT, VTT, TXT, JSON)
- Export cut-down videos from selected chapters
What makes VideoChapter different
No subscription traps. No forced uploads. One-time upgrade.
One-time purchase
Pay $59.99 once for Pro. No monthly fees or recurring renewals.
No upload required
Your video stays on your Mac. Most competitors require cloud uploads for processing.
Core workflow in Free
Use chapters, transcript, and search before you decide whether you need Pro features.
Works locally after setup
Core processing works locally after the initial model download.
No account needed
Use the app without creating a VideoChapter account or connecting it to a web workspace.
Native Mac app
Built with SwiftUI. Fast, efficient, and feels like it belongs on your Mac.
Pricing questions
Everything you need to know about VideoChapter's pricing.
Is there really no subscription?
Correct. Pro is sold as a one-time purchase rather than a recurring subscription.
What does Free include?
Free covers chapters, summaries, searchable transcript, click-to-seek playback, and local processing after the model download.
What unlocks in Pro?
Pro unlocks the assistant, transcript translation, export formats, and cut-down video export.
How do refunds work?
Direct purchases are handled through Lemon Squeezy under the checkout terms shown there. Mac App Store refunds are handled by Apple.
How do purchase channels differ?
Direct purchases use Lemon Squeezy checkout plus a local license flow. Mac App Store purchases use Apple billing and restore flows.
Do I need internet to use VideoChapter?
You need internet for the initial model download and any purchase, update, or optional analytics flow you choose to use. Core video processing then runs locally on your Mac.
Ready to get started?
Download the direct build for free, then unlock Pro when you need assistant, translation, and export features.