Lowest useful plan$9/mo
Free tierYes — genuinely usable
Value score82/100
CategoryResearch & Chat
Best forEvidence-based answers from studies
( RESEARCH & CHAT — VALUE SCORE 82/100 )
Science papers answer engine — best for evidence-based answers from studies. Unsponsored facts: what it costs, whether the free tier is enough, and what to pick instead.
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Partly. Consensus has a free tier (genuinely usable), and paid plans start at $9/mo.
The lowest useful Consensus plan is about $9/mo billed monthly. Prices change often — treat this as approximate and confirm on the official site.
Consensus is best for evidence-based answers from studies. Science papers answer engine. It scores 82/100 on our value-per-dollar scale, which weighs capability against what you actually pay.
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