Reviewers say HotSeat delivers mock interviews that feel unusually close to real ones, with responsive AI interviewers, targeted questions, and useful post-interview feedback. Several users highlight personalization, saying it asks field-specific questions, adapts to different interviewer styles, and helps them prepare for technical and system design rounds with less stress. Compared with question banks or generic AI chatbots, it feels more like an actual interview. The main criticism is not quality but depth: users want more customization, such as role or difficulty selection, plus progress tracking across sessions.