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Top 10 Free AI Tools I Use Every Week

AI tools are everywhere right now, but let’s be honest, 80% are either gimmicks or locked behind paywalls. So here’s my no-fluff, dev-approved list of the 10 free AI tools I actually use every single week, whether I’m coding, analyzing data, or just automating life.

  1. ChatGPT (Free Tier)
    Use for: Brainstorming ideas, debugging code, drafting content
    Even the free version of ChatGPT is a beast. I use it to whip up SQL queries, explain tough concepts, or even write emails faster.
    🔗 https://chat.openai.com

  2. Perplexity.ai
    Use for: Research with sources
    It’s like Google... but smarter. Cites sources, gives straight answers, and can deep dive like a mini research assistant.
    🔗 https://www.perplexity.ai

  3. Notion AI (Free with Notion)
    Use for: Writing content, auto-generating tasks, summarizing notes
    Makes managing your second brain a lot smarter.
    🔗 https://www.notion.so/product/ai

  4. Gamma.app
    Use for: AI-powered presentations
    No more boring slides. Gamma lets you input a topic and boom, you get a slick deck.
    🔗 https://gamma.app

  5. Monica
    Use for: Personal AI assistant that remembers context
    It’s like your smart AI buddy that keeps track of your convos. Great for writing or dev tasks.
    🔗 https://monica.im

  6. Replit Ghostwriter (Free on Community Plan)
    Use for: Code generation
    It’s a code autocomplete tool inside the Replit IDE, helps with quick prototyping.
    🔗 https://replit.com

  7. Whimsical AI
    Use for: Flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps with AI help
    Perfect for project planning or team discussions.
    🔗 https://whimsical.com/ai

  8. Durable.co AI Website Builder
    Use for: Instant website mockups
    Generate a whole website (copy + design) in seconds. Perfect for MVPs.
    🔗 https://durable.co

  9. Leonardo.Ai
    Use for: AI art for posts and presentations
    For stunning visuals, it’s like Midjourney but has a generous free tier.
    🔗 https://leonardo.ai

  10. Voicemod AI Voices
    Use for: Fun voice filters or character-based voiceovers
    Great for content creators or building game-like voice UX.
    🔗 https://www.voicemod.net

I use Notion and save each AI tool with use-cases.
See what still serves your workflow.
Learn the why behind the AI’s suggestions.

The best AI tool is the one that makes you faster, sharper, and more creative, not just the one with the flashiest homepage.

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