Last checked: May 12, 2026
At a glance
Interviews Chat positions itself as an AI interview copilot and interview-prep product with real-time response support and practice workflows.
Pricing snapshot: Verify live Interviews Chat pricing, limits, and checkout terms before purchase.
| Feature | ExtraBrain | Interviews Chat | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core workflow | Live interview and meeting copilot with local-first session context. | AI interview copilot and interview-prep workflow with browser-based positioning. | Choose based on whether you need a general desktop copilot or a more specialized interview product. |
| Pricing model | Free core Mac app; Pro is $9.99/month ($6.99 Founder), $79/year, or $149 Lifetime; external AI or transcription costs depend on providers you choose. | Verify live Interviews Chat pricing, limits, and checkout terms before purchase. | Verify live checkout pages before purchase because plans and promotions can change. |
| Provider model | Local Gemma 4 where installed and compatible plus BYO OpenAI, Anthropic, Claude, Codex, or compatible endpoints. | Interviews Chat bundles or manages AI access through its own product plans unless its current checkout says otherwise. | Provider control matters when billing, retention, and model choice need to stay in your accounts. |
| Responsible use | Publishes policy reminders for interviews, meetings, schools, employers, and platforms. | Interviews Chat users should also verify the rules for each interview or meeting. | No tool can make prohibited assistance acceptable. |
Best for ExtraBrain
- People who want a free core Mac app, optional $9.99/month ($6.99 Founder), $79/year, or $149 Lifetime Pro controls, and separate BYO provider billing.
- People who want local Parakeet transcription and local Gemma 4 on-device AI where installed and compatible.
- People who need one desktop workflow for interviews, meetings, lectures, and research calls.
Best for Interviews Chat
- People who prefer Interviews Chat’s browser-based AI interview copilot workflow.
- People who want its smart-response formatting and interview-prep experience.
- People who prefer its bundled product model over a Mac desktop app with BYO providers.
Responsible use
Use any live AI assistant only where interview, workplace, school, and platform rules allow it. Do not use generated answers to misrepresent your skills, experience, or authorship.