AI tools we recommend

A short list, organized by job. Start with a general assistant; add a specialist tool only when you hit a clear limit.

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Assistant

ChatGPTAll-round assistant: writing, analysis, images, voice.

ClaudeStrong at long documents, careful writing and coding.

GrokAssistant with real-time web and X search.

GeminiGoogle's assistant; ties into Gmail, Docs and Drive.

JasperMarketing-team writing with brand voice and campaigns.

WritesonicSEO-focused articles and marketing copy.

Copy.aiGo-to-market workflows and sales/marketing copy.

GrammarlyGrammar, tone and rewriting inside the apps you already use.

SurferContent optimization for search rankings.

ElevenLabsRealistic text-to-speech, voice cloning and dubbing.

MurfStudio-style voiceovers for videos and training.

DescriptEdit video and podcasts by editing the transcript.

SynthesiaAI-avatar presenter videos for training and explainers.

HeyGenAI avatars, video translation and lip-sync.

CanvaDesign platform with built-in AI image and writing tools.

MakeVisual automation connecting AI to your apps.

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