We really need free versions of virtual assistants, but Mycroft doesn't seem to be getting there. It seems to be $350 (no international pricing?) which seems f

We really need free versions of virtual assistants, but Mycroft doesn't seem to be getting there. It seems to be $350 (no international pricing?) which seems far too high to be realistic. More subjectively, that's quite an ugly-looking unit. Also, not shipping till Jan? I'd be interested to see a review if anyone has managed to get one.