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Paperguide

by Paperguide

Research workflow from search to cited draft

Reviewed by the the30top research team · Last reviewed 2026-10-27

Overview

Paperguide spans the research workflow: AI search, literature review and deep research reports, data extraction tables, and systematic reviews that scale from 1,000 papers on Plus to 20,000 on Enterprise. Plans run from free (1,500 AI credits a month) to $89 per seat a month billed annually for Evidence. It leans academic, and the pricing page raises data security in an FAQ heading without giving the details.

Our verdict

A broad academic research workflow at reasonable prices. Check security terms before putting sensitive material in.

Best for

Researchers and review teams who want search, extraction and writing in one tool.

Avoid if

You need company, market or financial research.

Pros

  • Free plan with real credits
  • Systematic review tooling at several price points
  • MCP server and reference manager imports

Cons

  • Academic focus
  • Data security details not on the pricing page
  • Some features still listed as coming soon

Key capabilities

Deep Research Report and Literature Review ReportSystematic reviews up to 20,000 papers on EnterprisePRISMA-grade dual reviewer screening on Evidence and EnterpriseData extraction tables across papersZotero and Mendeley import with MCP server

Frequently asked questions

Is Paperguide free?

Yes. The free plan includes 1,500 AI credits a month with limited extraction and search.

How many papers can a systematic review cover?

Up to 1,000 on Plus, 5,000 on Pro and Evidence, and 20,000 on Enterprise.

Does Paperguide have an MCP server?

Yes. Paperguide MCP is listed in the plan features.

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