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Perplexity alternatives
Perplexity is AI answer engine with cited sources. Here are 4 other research tools on VibeShelf, 4 of them with a free option.
At a glance
| Tool | What it does | Pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Perplexity | AI answer engine with cited sources. | Free plan + paid |
| Gemini Notebook | Formerly NotebookLM: source-grounded research notebooks that answer from your documents and can run code. | Free |
| Elicit | AI research assistant for academic papers. | Free plan + paid |
| Consensus | AI search engine for scientific research. | Free plan + paid |
| Exa | Search API built for AI apps and agents. | Free plan + paid |
Pricing type as listed on VibeShelf; check each tool's site for current plans.
All Perplexity alternatives
Gemini Notebook
Formerly NotebookLM: source-grounded research notebooks that answer from your documents and can run code.
FreeElicit
AI research assistant for academic papers.
Free plan + paidConsensus
AI search engine for scientific research.
Free plan + paidExa
Search API built for AI apps and agents.
Free plan + paidMore: all research tools · other alternatives guides
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