A genuinely cheap AI interview assistant for macOS
Lumi Desk is built for people searching for a low-cost interview assistant. It costs $1.99 once, then you only pay your normal API usage directly instead of a large monthly subscription.
One-time pricing
No recurring software fee. Buy the app once and keep using it.
Bring your own provider keys
You only pay your chosen providers for actual speech and model usage, which keeps software markup low.
More features than $99/mo tools
5 AI backends (including free Ollama), Deepgram streaming STT, one-click action buttons, response transforms, smart intent routing, screenshot vision, encrypted playbooks — all for $1.99.
Why this pricing model matters
Many interview AI tools use subscriptions as if they were the main product. Lumi Desk treats the app cost separately from model usage, which makes it a much cheaper solution for interviewing over time.
Best for
- students and job seekers on a budget
- people comparing Cluely, Final Round AI, and similar tools
- buyers who want a one-time purchase instead of a trial funnel
Is $1.99 the full cost?
The app is $1.99 once. You also pay your chosen AI and speech providers, which usually costs far less than a full subscription product.
Is it still good for interview prep?
Yes. Lumi Desk remains a full AI interview assistant with transcript, notes, prompts, and resume-aware context.