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.
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.comPerplexity.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.aiNotion 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/aiGamma.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.appMonica
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.imReplit 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.comWhimsical AI
Use for: Flowcharts, wireframes, mind maps with AI help
Perfect for project planning or team discussions.
🔗 https://whimsical.com/aiDurable.co AI Website Builder
Use for: Instant website mockups
Generate a whole website (copy + design) in seconds. Perfect for MVPs.
🔗 https://durable.coLeonardo.Ai
Use for: AI art for posts and presentations
For stunning visuals, it’s like Midjourney but has a generous free tier.
🔗 https://leonardo.aiVoicemod 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
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