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Consensus
Updated 18 Oct 2026
Shows what research papers say about a yes/no question.
- Web
- Android
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How to start in 3 steps
- 1Open Consensus and sign up with your email or Google account.
- 2Try this first: Ask one real question you have, then open the sources it shows.
- 3Upgrade only if the free plan stops you. Watch out: Narrower than general search
- Best for
- Checking if a claim is backed by science
- Why people like it
- Plain-language summary of studies
- Watch out for
- Narrower than general search
- Free plan
- Yes — check current limits on the tool's website.
- Price
- Free plan; Pro $20/mo or $144/yr billed annually
- Free limits
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- Works in Hindi
- No
- Skill needed
- Beginner
3 alternatives
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Is Consensus free?
Yes, Consensus has a free plan.
How much is Consensus in India?
Free plan; Pro $20/mo or $144/yr billed annually
Does Consensus work in Hindi?
It is not marked as working in Hindi. Check Consensus's site.
Which devices does Consensus work on?
Web, Android.
What are good alternatives to Consensus?
NotebookLM, Perplexity, Elicit.