Consensus
VS
Elicit
Consensus vs Elicit
Which AI tool is better for Researchers in 2026? Let's break down the pricing and features.
The Verdict
Both tools offer similar entry pricing. Choose based on features.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Core Feature | Consensus | Elicit |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $0.00 /mo | $0.00 /mo |
| Developer | Consensus | Elicit |
| Free Trial | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| API Access | ❌ No | ✅ Available |
| Support |
Consensus Analysis
Why choose this?
- ✓ Search engine for science
- ✓ Study Snapshot summaries
- ✓ Yes/No consensus meter
- ✓ 200M+ papers
Potential Drawbacks
- ✕ Academic focus only
- ✕ Limited to English papers mostly
Elicit Analysis
Why choose this?
- ✓ Automated literature review
- ✓ Extracts data into tables
- ✓ Finds papers by concept
- ✓ Highly accurate citations
Potential Drawbacks
- ✕ Subscription for advanced reasoning
- ✕ Academic focus only