OpenAlex offers a promising and reliable alternative to traditional subscription-based citation databases. But its creators still have a lot of work to do.

The MLA International Bibliography with Full Text database is a highly focused and authoritative resource for students and researchers at all levels

Gale’s Literature Resource Center is visually appealing and accessible. But some institutions may find the product too limited to justify the expense.

The use of AI by physicians raises concerns. But for hospitals or medical schools interested in a clinical AI tool, ClinicalKey AI is a good option.

The most recent edition of this collection overlaps with other popular subscriptions, but perpetual access sets it apart

Gale’s new product offers a vast collection of unique historical material from stalwart research institutions

Ground News, which evaluates the bias and factuality of news sources and encourages users to identify “blindspots” in their media consumption, is a timely complement to any curriculum that covers media or information literacy

ProQuest One Education provides efficient access to a rich trove of materials for students, faculty, and others researching topics in education

FactSet provides expansive analytics for financial and non-financial users alike on an easy-to-use platform. But certain content areas lack depth and aspects of the interface may present accessibility challenges.

Undermind.ai is a state-of-the-art AI search tool with the potential to delight researchers. But with official benchmarks lacking, potential subscribers should thoroughly test individual use cases.

With a couple of standout features in a cluttered interface, this AI research assistant may be a helpful adjunct to traditional research methods for some users

With multiple ways to access information and refine search results, ASM Handbooks Online is a valuable resource for materials researchers and students, despite some problematic links and search results

Research AI effectively leverages the power of Statista’s vast and diverse statistics database, making it an excellent feature for existing subscribers. But using it offers less of a conversation and more of a one-question pop quiz.

For researchers whose online searching often starts outside the library, LibKey Nomad provides a handy shortcut to full-text content