AI Research Tools
AI research tools for Windows
4 of the 50 AI research tools in this directory list a Windows app.
All of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatPDFAsk questions about PDFs and get answers with citations | Free plan · from $89.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| LinerAI search with cited answers, research agents and a writer | Free plan · from $14.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| OtioAI research workspace for chatting across many sources | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Browser extension |
| ZoteroFree, open-source reference manager from a nonprofit | Free plan · from $20/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
Common questions
Which AI research tools work on Windows?
4 of the 50 AI research tools in this directory list a Windows app. They are ChatPDF, Liner, Otio and Zotero.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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