Side by side
| Feature | Sider | Pinokio |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | AI sidebar and browser agent that chats with multiple AI models, summarizes web pages, and automates browser tasks. | One-click launcher and browser for running open-source AI and other apps locally on your own computer. |
| Price from | not listed | not listed |
| Free plan | yes | ? |
| Platforms | chrome, ios, android, mac, windows, web | windows, mac, linux |
| API | not stated | not stated |
Sider: key features
- AI sidebar on any webpage
- Chat with GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok and other models
- Summarize web pages and long articles
- Browser task automation and form filling
- Translate webpages, PDFs and images
- Deep research and Gmail inbox triage
Pinokio: key features
- One-click installation of open-source apps
- Feed of updates from app maintainers
- Plugin system, including the Freebuff coding agent
- Create button to start new app projects
- In-app updates for installed apps
FAQ
Is Sider or Pinokio better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are Sider and Pinokio free?
Sider: Yes, there is a free plan. The pricing page lists a free tier for translation (basic model) and the Chrome extension itself; the exact free credit allowance is not stated in the text. Pinokio: The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.