1. **If billing/support risk is unacceptable**
- If procurement controls require strict auditability and cannot tolerate subscription disputes, negative reports on Trustpilot/BBB/Reddit suggest caution—pilot first, use invoicing/controls where possible, and confirm refund/cancellation policy.
2. **If you require extensive integrations/API today**
- If workflows depend on broad integration breadth, some competitor sources indicate Otter may be less extensive in integrations compared with Fireflies. Validate Otter’s current API/integration roadmap before committing.
3. **If you need high accuracy for diverse accents/jargon with minimal editing**
- Reviews frequently mention uneven accuracy. If manual cleanup is costly, test alternatives side-by-side with real meeting data.
4. **If participant consent optics are sensitive**
- If meetings frequently involve external parties (clients, candidates, patients), presence of a bot and follow-up emails/transcripts can cause friction. Ensure consent workflows and participant notice are robust.
5. **If desktop support for a specific OS is required immediately**
- Some user complaints indicate platform limitations and frustration about desktop support expectations. Confirm current desktop app availability for target OS.