Fast facts: Every role posted online now receives an average of 118 applicants and only one in five will get an interview. 80%+ of hiring managers now run interviews on video. Early studies show AI-guided practice slashes anxiety and lifts interview scores.
Select either button below to get $10 in free credits – enough for a mock video interview. No credit card required.
An AI mock interview is a practice session run by artificial intelligence. The AI acts as your interviewer, adapts follow-up questions on the fly, and generates comprehensive coaching feedback with quantitative metrics when you finish.
AI probes deeper when answers are vague, creating realistic pressure and better thinking on your feet.
Get precise data on pace, filler words, structure, and energy levels - you know exactly what to fix.
Pay for what you need from just $20/hr compared to $250+ per hour for human coaches.
Compare traditional preparation methods with AI-powered mock interviews from Mockstar.
Traditional Prep | AI Mock Interview (Mockstar) | Why That Matters |
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Friend asks a fixed list and says "sounds fine." | AI probes deeper when answers are vague. | Realistic pressure, better thinking on your feet. |
Vague, subjective feedback. | Objective metrics on pace, filler words, structure. | You know exactly what to fix. |
$200-$300/hr human coach. | Pay-as-you-go from $20/hr voice or $45/hr video. | Affordable for students & junior pros. |
One-off session. | Unlimited practice + recordings. | Improve continuously, not just once. |
Can't identify your own blind spots. | AI identifies weaknesses objectively. | Break through self-limiting patterns. |
Friends/family have limited time. | Always available when you need practice. | Practice on your schedule, not theirs. |
Generic "you did well" comments. | Detailed analysis with specific improvement areas. | Target exact areas for improvement. |
Upload résumé or job ad. Choose interview round (HR, tech, panel). Pick voice or video and one of five accents.
AI greets you and asks tailored questions. Follow-up questions adapt to your answers in real-time.
Scores for clarity, structure, concision, energy. STAR-method checklist, pace & filler-word charts.
Rewatch the recording. Run follow-up sessions to lock in improvements and track progress.
Master every type of interview with AI-powered practice sessions tailored to your needs.
"Tell me about a time..." questions with structured response coaching that showcases your experience.
Industry-specific questions that test your professional expertise and subject area knowledge.
Phone-style voice mode perfect for initial screening calls and quick assessments.
Practice for internships and graduate programs. Build confidence with realistic scenarios before your first job interviews.
Polish storytelling for promotions. Practice presenting your 1-3 years of experience effectively.
Rebuild confidence with new question sets. Practice explaining your transition story to new industries.
Parents and professionals returning from career gaps. Regain confidence and get back into interview rhythm.
Select from 5 professional accents and rehearse pronunciation in a safe environment.
Build confidence through repeated practice. Overcome nerves with low-stakes, realistic interview simulation.
"Mockstar is such a clever and needed tool. Love how it brings real coaching insights to more people at a fraction of the cost."
— Yue, Australia
"Great app! I believe in this app because I believe in Matt [the developer of Mockstar]. He helped me pass two interviews — that's a 100% success rate. Matt is awesome because he has a clear, structured way of thinking that helps you deeply understand what employers are really looking for."
— Fiona, Australia
Very realistic. Natural dialogue and adaptive probing make most users forget they're speaking to AI. The conversation flows naturally with follow-up questions that create the same pressure as real interviews.
Yes. Your recordings are stored securely and we never share user-specific recordings with anyone. We may use aggregate data to improve our AI models, but your personal practice sessions remain completely private.
No subscription required and no credit card needed to get started. You get $10 in free credits when you sign up with Google or LinkedIn. After that, pay only for what you use—voice interviews from $20/hr, video interviews from $45/hr.
Yes! You can paste the job ad URL or enter specific job information, and the AI will tailor questions to that specific role, company culture, and industry requirements.
Practice until you feel confident! The system is designed to help you build confidence at your own pace. You can set session lengths from as little as 10 minutes up to longer sessions based on your needs and schedule.