At a glance
InterviewBee pricing lists Free, Starter, Pro, and Champion plans with live interview and mock interview session limits. Its pricing FAQ says default USD prices can update client-side by detected location and supported currency.
Pricing snapshot: Free, Starter, Pro, and Champion plans are listed. Static page text no longer exposes default USD plan prices and says prices may change by location or currency.
| Feature | ExtraBrain | InterviewBee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core workflow | Live interview and meeting copilot with local-first session context. | Live/mock interview assistant with desktop technical assistant and job-search resources. | 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. | Free, Starter, Pro, and Champion plan names are published; exact current prices may update by location. | 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. | InterviewBee 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. | InterviewBee 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 InterviewBee
- People who want a plan with included live and mock interview session counts.
- People who want InterviewBee’s Windows desktop technical assistant today.
- People who want its CV-JD matching, question bank, job board, and templates ecosystem.
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.