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ExtraBrain vs Taiga

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ExtraBrain compared with Taiga
DetailExtraBrain logo ExtraBrain Taiga
What it doesLocal-first AI interview and meeting copilot for Mac Your AI coding mentor accessible via Slack
StageStartup MVP
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given DE
Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree core app with local Gemma 4, local Parakeet transcription, and bring-your-own provider setup. Pro: $9.99/month, $99/year, or $179 Lifetime. Eligible monthly and yearly Pro subscriptions include 1,000 ExtraBrain AI credits per billing month. External AI and transcription provider usage billed se Pay-as-you-go model with no per-seat pricing plans. Users only pay for conversations with Taiga.
Key features
  • Live transcription with local Parakeet or optional Deepgram
  • Screen-aware context and screenshots for structured answers
  • Hidden from screen sharing on Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, and coding platforms
  • Post-session summaries and organized context
  • Local-first data storage on your Mac
  • Support for multiple interview and meeting platforms
  • Desktop app that does not join calls as a bot
  • Real-time answers with code examples
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Code review assistance
  • Personalized learning experience
  • Slack integration
  • Multi-device access
  • Supports multiple programming languages
  • Interview preparation
  • Direct messaging support
  • Data privacy
What makes it different
  • Fully local workflow possible with on-device Gemma and local Parakeet transcription
  • Free to start with optional Pro, unlike bundled subscription services
  • Built around bring-your-own provider access instead of locked-in vendors
  • Designed to stay invisible during screen sharing and recordings
  • Combines ChatGPT with expertise from Coyotiv School of Software Engineering
  • Pay-as-you-go pricing without per-seat costs
  • Conversational learning like a senior mentor
  • Seamless Slack integration without leaving the workspace
  • Open beta with immediate access
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)17 no change since last check30 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)76
Citation Flow (Majestic)2530
Referring domains (Majestic)49212

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