Compared
The best AI interview assistants in 2026, compared
Prices checked 4 November 2026
Five live interview assistants side by side: what they cost, what you get free, and what you have to install. We make Nail My Interview, so we have kept this to facts from each tool's own website.
At a glance
| Tool | Paid plan | Free option | What you install |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nail My Interview | Free plan, then $14.99/month (6 hours of live answers) or $45/month (50 hours) | 3 minutes of live answers every day, 1 practice interview | Nothing, runs in Chrome or Edge |
| Cluely | Pro $19.99/month, unlimited AI responses | Limited AI responses | Desktop app |
| Final Round AI | From $62.50/month billed yearly, or $250 for 2 months. Unlimited live sessions | Prep only, no live help | Browser or desktop app |
| LockedIn AI | From $69.99/month for 400 min, with their 50%-off code | Free to start | Web app, desktop app, VS Code extension |
| ParakeetAI | Unlimited $149.90/month ($74.95 with their code), or $59 for 3 credits | 10 free sessions, up to 10 minutes each | Desktop app for Mac and Windows, or desktop Chrome |
Each tool's details are from its own website on 4 November 2026. Prices change, so check theirs before you buy.
Which one fits you
Nail My Interview
Best for: Interviews on a budget, and trying live answers on a real call before you pay.
Cluely
Best for: People who want one assistant for sales calls and meetings as well as interviews. Nail My Interview vs Cluely.
Final Round AI
Best for: Heavy interview weeks, if you are happy to pay for at least 2 months before trying live help. Nail My Interview vs Final Round AI.
LockedIn AI
Best for: Coding interviews, with its VS Code extension. Nail My Interview vs LockedIn AI.
ParakeetAI
Best for: One or two interviews, paid per credit, or unlimited use if budget is no issue. Nail My Interview vs ParakeetAI.
What to look for
- A free way to test it on a real call. Some free plans only cover prep, not live answers.
- Answers from your resume. Generic answers fall apart at the first follow-up question.
- Where it runs. A desktop app hears desktop Zoom and Teams. A browser tool needs the call in the browser, but there is nothing to install.
- How many hours you really need. Most people have a few interviews a month. Unlimited plans cost more than you may use.
Try it on your next call. The free plan gives you live answers every day, no card needed.
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