Research and search Top pick#1
Perplexity
by Perplexity
An AI answer engine that searches the web and cites sources.
Free plan + paid
Best for
Research and search ยท 4 tools
Which AI tool should I use to research a topic?
Answer engines, academic paper search, and tools that work over your own sources.
Listed in our order of preference for most people. Your best pick depends on your job, so read the "best for" tags.
Research and search#2
Elicit
by Elicit
AI research assistant for academic papers, including search, reports, and systematic reviews.
Free plan + paid
Best for
Research and search#3
Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM)
by Google
Google's AI research tool that works over the sources you upload.
Free plan + paid
Best for
Research and search#4
Kagi
by Kagi
A paid, ad-free search engine with Kagi Assistant for AI chat and research.
Paid (free trial)
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