Features Overview
Discover what makes Dinoki special. From blazing-fast native performance to advanced automation, here's everything your AI companion can do.
🚀 Native Performance
Unlike bloated Electron apps, Dinoki is built 100% native:
- macOS: Pure SwiftUI - just 6MB
- Windows: Native WPF - only 69MB
- Instant Launch - No waiting for heavy frameworks
- Minimal Memory - Uses a fraction of browser-based alternatives
- OS Integration - Feels like it belongs on your system
Real-World Comparison
Metric | Dinoki | Typical Electron AI App |
---|---|---|
Download Size | 6MB (Mac) / 69MB (Win) | 200MB+ |
RAM Usage | ~100MB | 500MB+ |
Startup Time | Less than 1 second | 3-5 seconds |
CPU at Idle | ~0% | 5-10% |
Core Features (Free)
💬 Smart Chat Mode
Your AI assistant that actually remembers:
- Persistent Memory - Continues conversations across sessions
- Natural Conversations - Chat like you would with a friend
- Multiple AI Models - Choose from various AI providers
- Offline Support - Works without internet using Ollama
- Fast Responses - Streaming text for immediate feedback
🦕 Dinoki Character
The free version includes:
- Dinoki Character - Your default dinosaur companion on desktop
- Basic Animations - Watch Dinoki move and interact
- Desktop Presence - A friendly face while you work
🧠 AI Provider Flexibility
Choose how your AI runs:
- Ollama - 100% private, runs on your computer
- OpenRouter - Access to 300+ AI models via OAuth
- OpenAI - Access to GPT models with your API key
- Custom Providers - Connect any compatible AI service
- Easy Switching - Change providers anytime
Pro Features
🎭 Desktop Characters
Animated companions that live on your screen:
Character Selection (Pro)
Switch between different personalities:
- Dinoki 🦕 - Your friendly dinosaur companion (included in Free)
- TomatoBoy 🍅 - Energetic and playful (Pro)
- PigPig 🐷 - Adorable and cheerful (Pro)
- Fuegato 🐱 - Cool cat with attitude (Pro)
What They Do
- Walk & Jump - Move naturally around your desktop
- Show Emotions - Happy, sad, angry expressions
- Dance & Play - Fun animations and interactions
- Talk to You - Speech bubbles with personality
- Follow Physics - Realistic movement and gravity
🤖 Agent Mode
Your AI works autonomously in the background:
- Set It and Forget It - Give tasks and let Dinoki handle them
- Persistent Goals - Works toward objectives over time
- Smart Tool Use - Automatically chooses the right tools
- Progress Updates - See what your agent is doing
- Background Operation - Continues working while minimized
🛠️ Powerful Tools
Web & Research
- Smart Search - Find information across the web
- Web Browsing - Read and extract content from websites
- Deep Research - Follow links and compile information
Productivity
- Reminders - Set reminders in your system
- File Saving - Save notes, data, and research
- Screenshots - Capture and analyze screen content
Communication
- Slack Integration - Send messages, read channels
- Gmail Integration - Manage your emails
- Auto-Replies - Set up automated responses
Information
- Weather Updates - Current conditions and forecasts
- Stock Prices - Real-time market data
- Crypto Tracking - Cryptocurrency prices
🎯 Advanced Capabilities
- Multiple Instances - Run several characters at once
- Custom Personalities - Define how each character behaves
- Tool Permissions - Control what each instance can do
- MCP Support - Add custom tool providers
Feature Comparison
Feature | Free | Pro |
---|---|---|
Chat Mode | ✅ Full access | ✅ Full access |
Offline AI (Ollama) | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
OpenRouter (300+ models) | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Custom AI Providers | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Conversation Memory | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Dinoki Character | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Character Selection | ❌ Dinoki only | ✅ All 4 characters |
Agent Mode | ❌ No | ✅ Full automation |
Multiple Instances | ❌ No | ✅ Unlimited |
Web Tools | ❌ No | ✅ Search, browse, research |
Productivity Tools | ❌ No | ✅ Files, reminders, screenshots |
Communication Tools | ❌ No | ✅ Slack, Gmail |
Market Data | ❌ No | ✅ Stocks, crypto, weather |
Priority Support | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Use Cases
For Everyone (Free)
- Personal Assistant - Ask questions, get help
- Learning Companion - Study and research together
- Creative Partner - Brainstorm and write
- Coding Helper - Debug and write code
- Desktop Friend - Enjoy Dinoki's company while you work
For Pro Users
- Character Variety - Switch between 4 unique personalities
- Automated Research - Let Dinoki compile information
- Email Management - Auto-organize and respond
- Task Automation - Set up workflows that run themselves
- Team Updates - Keep Slack channels informed
- Market Monitoring - Track stocks and crypto
- Multiple Companions - Run several characters at once
Platform-Specific Features
Windows Features
Native WPF Application (69MB)
- System tray integration with rich context menu
- Multiple monitor support with DPI awareness
- MSIX packaging with automatic updates
- Portable version available (no install needed)
- Windows 11 optimizations (rounded corners, snap layouts)
- Start with Windows option
- Digitally signed with DigiCert certificate
macOS Features
Native SwiftUI Application (6MB)
- Menu bar integration
- macOS notifications
- Retina display optimized
- Universal binary (Intel + Apple Silicon)
- macOS Spaces aware
- Dock integration
- Auto-updates via Sparkle
Why Choose Dinoki?
🚀 Native Performance
- Built with platform-native frameworks:
- Windows: WPF (.NET 8) - 69MB total
- macOS: SwiftUI - just 6MB
- Instant startup (less than 1 second)
- Minimal RAM usage (~100MB)
- No Electron = No bloat
🔒 Privacy First
- Run AI completely offline
- No data collection or analytics
- Your conversations stay on your device
💻 True Desktop App
- Not a web wrapper
- Native OS integration
- Works without internet
🎨 Personality & Fun
- Characters with unique personalities
- Evolving behaviors over time
- Delightful animations
💪 Powerful Yet Simple
- Easy for beginners
- Powerful for pros
- Grows with your needs
Ready to Upgrade?
Pro is a one-time purchase with lifetime updates. No subscriptions, no recurring fees.
Next: Learn how to use Dinoki →