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Sideko vs Trails

Sideko generates SDKs and API docs, while Trails produces step-by-step UI guides with video.

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What it is
Sideko:Sideko generates and publishes SDKs, docs, and mock servers from OpenAPI specs in seconds.
Trails:Trails lets you record workflows and automatically creates step-by-step guides with annotated screenshots and AI-generated videos.
Best for
Sideko:Auto-generated SDKs & docs from OpenAPI
Trails:AI-generated video guides
Who it’s for
Sideko:API product teams and developers who need fast, reliable SDKs and docs.
Trails:Product, support, HR, and engineering teams that need quick, visual documentation.
Pricing
Sideko:Freemium
Trails:Freemium
Plans
Sideko:Starter $0 per month · Pro $400 per month (billed annually)
Trails:Creator $29 per month · Team $49 per month
Open source
Sideko:Yes, 1 GitHub stars
Trails:—
Works with
Sideko:Python, Typescript, Ruby, Rust, Go
Trails:Chrome extension, Zendesk, Knowledge bases
DevHunt upvotes
Sideko:81
Trails:5
Launched on DevHunt
Sideko:Jan 2024
Trails:Aug 2025

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.

Trails features

  • Browser & Desktop Capture. Record processes via Chrome extension, desktop app, or upload videos.
  • AI Video Generation. Automatically creates polished training videos with AI voiceover.
  • Annotated Step-by-Step Guides. Turns recordings into searchable guides with highlighted screenshots.
  • Export & Embed. Export guides to PDF/HTML/Markdown or embed in knowledge bases and help desks.
  • Security Controls. SOC 2 Type II, SAML SSO, role-based permissions, on-device redaction.
  • Collaboration. Private/team guides, version history, and role-based access for multiple users.

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