# Best of

Our picks in each category, with who each one suits and what to check before you buy.

- [Best Plaud alternatives](https://testbenchlab.com/best/plaud-alternatives/). Notta Memo is our first-choice Plaud alternative. It is the recorder David Wilson preferred in hands-on use, and the alternatives below offer different…
- [The best AI voice recorders of 2026](https://testbenchlab.com/best/best-ai-voice-recorders/). Notta Memo is our preferred AI voice recorder for 2026. David Wilson’s hands-on preference anchors the recommendation; the other picks below are researched…
- [The best mini PCs for AI in 2026](https://testbenchlab.com/best/best-mini-pcs-for-ai/). Geekom leads our mini PC recommendations for 2026. Choose A9 Max for an everyday computer that also runs smaller local models, or A9 Mega when larger-model…
- [The best Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and HX 470 mini PCs](https://testbenchlab.com/best/best-ryzen-ai-9-hx-370-mini-pcs/). Geekom A9 Max is our preferred Ryzen AI 9 HX 370/470 mini PC. This tier works best as an everyday desktop with local-AI capability, rather than a substitute…
- [The best Strix Halo mini PCs](https://testbenchlab.com/best/best-strix-halo-mini-pcs/). Geekom A9 Mega is our preferred Strix Halo mini PC. The right alternative depends on matched memory, expansion and network needs; the Max+ 395 chip shared…