OpenRead

OpenRead is an AI-powered platform designed to transform the way researchers interact with academic content, offering a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance efficiency and collaboration in the research process. It simplifies paper analysis, Q&A, and literature reviews through interactive documents. With features like a Q&A system for quick answers, Paper Espresso for generating literature reviews, and advanced information extraction capabilities, OpenRead streamlines the research experience by making it easier to engage with academic content. The platform also includes a robust notes system for efficient note-taking and backlinking notes across contexts, facilitating easy referencing. An upcoming low code editor is expected to further simplify complex document formatting and equation writing.

OpenRead's AI technology plays a pivotal role in organizing and analyzing literature formats, enabling seamless collaboration among researchers. It offers a user-friendly interface for effortless navigation and provides in-depth data insights to facilitate better research outcomes. The platform supports unlimited document uploads, ensuring that users can manage extensive research materials without restrictions. Data security is a priority, with encryption and industry-standard security practices in place to protect users' information. OpenRead is accessible on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobiles, without the need for any software installation, making it a versatile tool for researchers across disciplines.

For those exploring alternatives or seeking tools with different functionalities, OpenRead compares favorably with other AI-powered tools like Writesonic, DhiWise, Andi, Photosonic AI, and Writingmate.ai, each offering unique features for content creation, optimization, and research.

OpenRead AI has diverse use cases tailored for students, researchers, and professionals, enhancing their research and academic work through AI technology. Here's an overview of how different groups can leverage OpenRead AI:

1. For Students: OpenRead AI provides an accessible platform for students to engage with countless research papers in an easily understandable format. It's particularly useful for those needing to quickly grasp the core ideas of papers or generate literature reviews efficiently, making it an invaluable ally in academic studies.

2. For Researchers: Researchers can benefit significantly from OpenRead AI's ability to streamline access to a vast quantity of research materials. Features like extensive reading modes, Paper Q&A for immediate insights, and Paper Espresso for generating literature reviews simplify the research process. This allows researchers to focus more on analysis and less on the manual organization of literature.

3. For Professionals: Professionals in research-oriented fields can use OpenRead AI as a trusted companion to stay updated with the latest developments and insights. Its AI-powered extraction capabilities, efficient note-taking system, and pre-built templates for journal papers are designed to support professionals in efficiently navigating through and contributing to their respective areas of expertise.

OpenRead offers three main pricing plans tailored to accommodate the varying needs and budgets of its users, ranging from free access to premium features. Here's a breakdown of each plan along with what's included:

1. Free Plan: This plan is designed for users to explore the platform without any cost. It includes:

   • 5 uses per month for Paper Espresso, Paper Q&A, Chat with Oat, AI Summary (search), Related Paper Graph, Paper Request, and Translate with LLM.
   • Unlimited PDF uploads and parsing.

2. Basic Plan ($5/month): Targeted at users who require more extensive access to OpenRead's features, the Basic plan includes:

   • 100 uses per month for Paper Espresso.
   • 300 uses per month for Paper Q&A, AI Summary (search), Related Paper Graph, and Translate with LLM.
   • 1000 chats with Oat per month.
   • 30 Paper Requests per month.
   • Unlimited PDF uploads and parsing.
   • A daily PaperLetter (coming soon).

3. Premium Plan ($20/month): For users seeking the full range of services without any limitations, the Premium plan offers:

   • Unlimited usage of all features: Paper Espresso, Paper Q&A, AI Summary (search), Related Paper Graph, Paper Request, Translate with LLM, and chats with Oat.
   • Unlimited PDF uploads and parsing.
   • A daily PaperLetter (coming soon).

The OpenRead team is composed of dynamic individuals passionate about leveraging AI to revolutionize the research process. The team includes Bensen Hsu as the Founder and CEO, Zoe Wang as the Co-founder and CMO, Anthony Fu as the Technical Advisor, Han Wang as the Head of Legal, and Yao Wang as the Marketing Executive. Additionally, the team is supported by esteemed advisors such as Prof. Seeram Ramakrishna, Prof. Kian-Ping Loh, and Prof. Konstantin Sergeevich Novoselov, all contributing to OpenRead's mission to enhance research efficiency and accelerate scientific advancements​​.



Bensen Hsu

Founder & CEO



Zoe Wang

Co-Founder & CMO