Leaderboards

Last updated: 2026-05-18

Leaderboards (Builds)

The Builds section shows curated AI tool stacks organized by category. Find it under Builds in the sidebar or More menu. Think of each Build as a ready-made starting point for a particular type of user.

The Categories

HokAI Essentials — A solid foundation for most users. Core tools that cover the most common AI use cases without overcomplicating things.

The Vibe Coder — Stacks for developers building with AI. Code completion, agentic tools, and developer-specific workflows.

The Operator — Tools for running and scaling. Automation, workflow platforms, and operational AI.

The Boomer — Proven, stable tools for people who prefer reliability over novelty. No hype, just things that work.

Each Build shows a ranked list of tools. Use them as inspiration, a reference point, or a starting point you refine for your own situation.

How Rankings Work

Rankings are based on real signals: download numbers, what the HokAI team actively uses and tests, and what's genuinely trending in the AI community. We don't accept payment to move tools up in these rankings. See Data Methodology for how it all works.

• My Stack Overview
• Data Methodology
• Comparing Stacks