AiTools

AI Tools (aitools.inc) is a relatively new directory dedicated to artificial intelligence products. Launched in 2024, it has quickly expanded to cover thousands of AI tools across categories like productivity, content generation, design, and business. The platform positions itself as a discovery engine that helps users explore AI products by use case, making it easier to find alternatives or new solutions in a fast-moving market.

One of the platform’s strengths is its design. The site has a clean, minimal interface that avoids the clutter common in large directories. Categories and task-based navigation are easy to follow, and the search function quickly surfaces relevant tools. The homepage emphasizes what is new and trending, which makes browsing more engaging than scrolling through a static list. For startups, this is important because a well-designed directory increases the chance that users will click through and actually explore product listings instead of bouncing away.

In terms of discoverability, AI Tools also has clear SEO value. Each tool has its own dedicated page, indexed in Google, which often ranks for long-tail searches like “AI tools for presentations” or “AI tools for data analysis.” This gives founders not just a short burst of visibility but ongoing referral traffic. Compared to many smaller directories, this makes a listing on AI Tools more useful in the long run.

That said, the platform is still new, and curation is uneven. Some categories are populated with strong, relevant tools, while others include projects that feel incomplete or abandoned. With the AI market changing daily, keeping listings updated will be the real test of the platform’s long-term credibility. Another limitation is competition: with thousands of tools already live, a new submission can easily get lost without strong branding and a clear value proposition.