Stop guessing which AI tools are worth paying for.
We researched 25+ AI tools for small businesses and compressed it into one page: our current pick in every category, what it actually costs, and the catch the pricing page doesn't mention. Free — sent to your inbox.
What's on the cheat sheet
- 9 categories, 1 pick each — email marketing, all-in-one platforms, AI video, social scheduling, meeting notes, SEO, AI writing, and more.
- Real starting prices — pulled from our published comparisons and verified September 2026. No "starting at" asterisks without the footnote.
- The catch for every pick — the tier trap, the per-seat math, or the usage limit that would have cost you money.
- The 3 rules we apply before recommending any software — so you can evaluate the next tool yourself.
- Zero fluff. One page, scannable in 3 minutes. If a pick stops being worth it, we update the sheet.
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