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Sideko vs Support doc

Sideko generates and publishes API docs and SDKs, while Support doc focuses on in-app side-panel docs.

Which to pick

Pick Sideko if you want…

  • Auto-generated SDKs & docs from OpenAPI
  • API documentation generation
  • Integrations with Python, Typescript or Ruby (on Sideko's list, not Support doc's)

Pick Support doc if you want…

  • In-app documentation panel
  • Integrations with Next.js (on Support doc's list, not Sideko's)

Side by side

What it is
Sideko:Sideko generates and publishes SDKs, docs, and mock servers from OpenAPI specs in seconds.
Support doc:Support doc embeds your documentation in a side panel inside a Next.js app for in-context help.
Best for
Sideko:Auto-generated SDKs & docs from OpenAPI
Support doc:In-app documentation panel
Who it’s for
Sideko:API product teams and developers who need fast, reliable SDKs and docs.
Support doc:Next.js developers who want built-in self-service docs.
Pricing
Sideko:Freemium
Support doc:Null
Plans
Sideko:Starter $0 per month · Pro $400 per month (billed annually)
Support doc:—
Works with
Sideko:Python, Typescript, Ruby, Rust, Go
Support doc:Next.js

Sideko features

  • SDK Generator. Creates production-ready SDKs in supported languages with tests and error handling.
  • Automatic Maintenance. Detects OpenAPI changes and regenerates SDKs, docs, and tests automatically.
  • API Documentation Builder. Builds interactive docs with MDX components, content spaces, and custom themes.
  • Instant Mock Servers. Provides mock servers for rapid API prototyping and testing.
  • OpenAPI Linting & Validation. Validates specs and reports linting issues to ensure quality.
  • Enterprise Features. Includes private APIs, SSO, SOC 2 Type II compliance, and generated CLIs.

Support doc features

  • Side-panel embed. Shows docs in a collapsible side panel without leaving the current page.
  • Contextual access. Users can read help while staying in their workflow, reducing friction.

Sideko vs Support doc FAQ

Is Sideko or Support doc free?+

Sideko has a free plan (Starter); paid plans start at $400/month (Pro).

Do Sideko and Support doc integrate with the same tools?+

Their integration lists don't overlap: Sideko lists Python, Typescript, Ruby, Rust and 1 more; Support doc lists Next.js.

On DevHunt

Sideko

81 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Jan 30, 2024

Support doc

2 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Dec 24, 2024

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