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Skimlane compared with Vocnu
DetailSkimlane logo SkimlaneVocnu logo Vocnu
What it doesPrivate AI reading assistant for Chrome that processes pages as you browse AI voice-over and subtitles for any video in your browser in 38 languages
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Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Premium: 2 credits per minute voice-over, or 0.2 credits when replaying a voiced video; Standard: 1 credit per minute, or 0.2 credits replayed; Economy: 0.5 credits per minute, or 0.2 credits replayed. Subtitles only: 1 credit per minute (Premium translation) or 0.5 credits (Economy). One-time packs
Key features
  • Automatic page processing while browsing
  • Customizable reading recipes with export and import
  • Local and hosted AI model support
  • Local-first storage with no tracking
  • Auto Skim with site exclusions
  • Follow-up questioning and chat
  • Support for OpenAI-compatible endpoints
  • Works on any video player including YouTube, streaming sites, course sites, and live streams
  • No subtitles required; translates from audio directly
  • 38 languages supported for voice-over and subtitles
  • Maintains consistent character and place names throughout series
  • Synchronized voice-over that follows pauses and seeking
  • Original audio remains audible at adjustable levels
  • Automatic language detection
  • Subtitles-only option at lower credit cost
What makes it different
  • No sign-up required with all data stored locally in Chrome
  • Customizable reading recipes you control and can share
  • Fully private with complete data deletion controls
  • Works where subtitles don't exist, translating directly from audio
  • Proper translation support for small languages like Lithuanian, Slovak, Czech and Ukrainian with correct grammar
  • Free replay of already-voiced content within 90 days and for archived videos
  • Only 40 free credits needed to start, no card required
  • Library of pre-voiced popular videos to watch immediately without waiting
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Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet no change since last check1 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)01
Citation Flow (Majestic)2215
Referring domains (Majestic)345

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