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AI research assistant for finding and understanding papers.
SciSpace searches academic papers, explains them in plain language and helps with literature reviews.
Students and researchers.
Free plan: yes · Paid plans from $12/month billed annually (Premium)
Free tier. Premium $12/month billed annually ($20 list).
Last verified Oct 15, 2026 on the official pricing page. Prices can change; check before you buy.
What it does: AI answer engine with cited sources.
Who it's for: Curious people, students and professionals who want quick answers with sources they can verify.
What it does: AI research notebook grounded in your sources.
Who it's for: Students, researchers, writers and professionals working with a set of documents.
What it does: AI research assistant for papers.
Who it's for: Researchers, students, clinicians and analysts who work with scientific literature.
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