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Price Comparison

Quick pricing overview for Research

Tool Free Tier Starting Price Paid Plans Range
Caktus AI
Caktus AI Caktus AI
Yes Free $15 – $100/mo
Claude Opus 4.5
Claude Opus 4.5 Anthropic
Yes Free $20 – $525/mo
Consensus
Consensus Consensus
Yes Free $9 – $18/mo
Elicit
Elicit Elicit
Yes Free $10 – $42/mo
ExamAI
ExamAI ExamAI
Yes Free $19/mo
Gemini
Gemini Google
Yes Free $18.99/mo
Gemini 3 Pro
Gemini 3 Pro Google
Yes Free $20/mo
Google Lens
Google Lens Google
Yes Free β€”
GPT-5.1
GPT-5.1 OpenAI
Yes Free $20 – $200/mo
Gradescope
Gradescope Gradescope
Yes Free $9 – $29/mo

Platform Features

Compare platform capabilities of Research tools

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Research tool in 2025?

Based on our testing, the top Research tools include Caktus AI, Claude Opus 4.5, Consensus. Each excels in different areas depending on your specific needs.

Are there free Research tools?

Yes! 13 out of 14 Research tools offer free tiers. Popular free options include Caktus AI, Claude Opus 4.5, Consensus.

Which Research tools have API access?

7 Research tools offer API access for developers, including Caktus AI, Claude Opus 4.5, Gemini.

How do I choose the right Research tool?

Consider your specific needs: budget (free vs paid), features (Gradescope has the most features), and use case. Use our comparison tool to compare options side-by-side.