The AI tools market favors try-before-you-buy.
We track 4,236 AI tools across 7 categories. 73% offer free access — users expect to try before they pay. If you’re building, plan for a free tier.
This week’s signal
Hottest search
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Steady
Fastest growing
AI Agents
+22 new tools
What people are looking for
Search queries reveal unmet needs — gaps where new products could win.
How the market is structured
Pricing models tell you what users expect. API availability tells you what enterprises can adopt.
Pricing models
Enterprise readiness
Low API coverage suggests a consumer-focused market. Enterprise plays are still emerging.
Tools gaining momentum
Based on user interest over the past 7 days.
Interest over time
How category interest is changing week over week.
Features becoming standard
These capabilities appear most often. They’re table stakes — differentiate elsewhere.
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Weekly CSV exports with category breakdowns, pricing, and growth metrics.