iFlyTek P1 & P1 Pro Review: Accurate Transcription That Turns Meetings Into Instant Notes

# What these devices do

The iFlyTek P1 and P1 Pro are purpose-built meeting recorders that automatically transcribe audio and generate summaries through iFlyTek's Deepting app. Both act as conventional recorders for interviews and lectures, but their main feature is converting meeting audio into searchable text and concise action-oriented notes.

# Design and how you use them

The P1 Pro abandons the wearable form and uses an elongated metal-and-glass body with a 3.2-inch OLED. That screen runs custom software that lets you switch between omnidirectional and directional modes, browse stored files, play audio, and adjust settings on the device itself. It also adds a dedicated flagging button so you can mark important moments during a session. The Pro cannot clip to clothing the way the P1 can, so expect to hold it or set it on a surface during interviews.

# Microphones and real-world recording quality

P1 uses two microphones and supports omnidirectional or directional pickup. iFlyTek advertises a 5-meter range, but the reviewer found reliable transcription usually when the speaker is within 3–4 meters, especially in environments with background noise.

Both devices come with 64 GB of onboard storage. The P1 Pro additionally supports 96 kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio, which helped in the noisy interview the reviewer described.

# App and transcription experience

The Deepting app is the central place for playback, transcription, translation, and summaries. The devices themselves—especially the P1—rely on the app for nearly all post-recording tasks. iFlyTek's automatic transcription performed well in the reviewer's tests, providing accurate transcripts and useful summaries. The app also lets you ask follow-up questions about a meeting directly, turning the transcript into an interactive resource.

# Where each device fits

• Choose the P1 if you want an unobtrusive, wearable recorder you can clip on and forget about. It's lightweight and built for hands-off meeting capture, but it requires app access for playback and settings.

• Choose the P1 Pro if you need on-device controls and playback, longer pickup range, and higher-fidelity audio options. It's better for interviews and situations where you'll hold or place the device rather than clip it to clothing.

# Practical limitations to expect

# Bottom line

Both iFlyTek devices convert meeting audio into actionable transcripts and summaries with strong real-world performance for close- to medium-range recordings. The P1 prioritizes wearability and simplicity. The P1 Pro trades portability for a richer on-device interface, longer effective range, and hi-res audio support.