In nearly every industry, one organizational question has been at the top of executives' minds for over a year now: How do we change our operating model and workflows to generate value and results from generative AI?

Artificial intelligence has made rapid advancements in foundational models and technology commercialization, making it possible to close content, insight, and technology gaps that large corporations typically enjoy over their smaller counterparts.

AI models of 2023 could perform tasks significantly more complex than what was possible in 2010.

Source: S&P Global

In applications like language processing and image recognition, AI systems perform better than humans in some tests.

Source: Our World In Data

 

As this happens, new use cases are quickly emerging. However, spending vast sums on AI does not guarantee success. It's the manner of the implementation that counts. 

​​Successful AI transformations will require the right strategy, technology partners, an “all-in” mindset, and a timeline that starts with quick wins.

 

AI in Publishing

In digital media publishing, AI use cases range from predicting reader conversions and cancellations to content playouts—how to show individual readers the right content at the right time and in the right format. 

AP has been using AI to report company earnings since 2014. NYT uses AI to decide how many free articles to show before readers hit a paywall. Bayerischer Rundfunk, a German public broadcaster, moderates online comments using AI. BuzzFeed wants to become an AI-driven tech and media company. 

Take Generative AI Video, for example. Text-to-video AI services like Aeon help publishers convert text-based articles to engaging videos while retaining their journalistic voice. Publisher workflows requiring dedicated production teams and significant resources can now be streamlined using efficient processes that leverage Generative AI capabilities. 

These are just a few examples of AI in publishing. Knowing how to evaluate AI tools, manage data effectively, and strategically apply AI to solve big and small challenges can help publishers see the results of their AI investments.

In an earlier blog, we covered some of the best AI newsletters to stay updated on AI developments. In this, we focus on AI app directories that could help publishers find the right AI tools to automate repetitive tasks and simplify whatever can be simplified in daily workflows. 

Whether you are looking for everyday productivity improvements, automation in your daily work, AI-aided research, enhanced content creation, SEO optimization, or automated proofreading, these directories will likely have an app for you. Better yet, you may even discover new ways to enhance your workflow.   

AI App Directory

Standout Feature(s)

Futurepedia

5,500+ apps with good quality reviews by the platform.

Findmyaitool

1,500+ apps with publisher-relevant categorizations.

Futuretools

2800+ apps. Curated filter list by the platform’s founder, plus a newsletter and a YouTube channel.

AI Scout 

1700+ apps. "Find AI with AI" allows users to search apps by interacting with an AI chatbot.

TAAFT

12,000+ apps. Search AI apps by job profile and role.

Toolpilot AI

1500+ listed apps, Android and iOS apps.

Toolify.ai

16,000 AI apps, 230+ categories. Includes leaderboard and app usage analytics.

TopAI.tools

11,000+ AI apps. Create shareable collections of AI apps.

While these are some of the top AI app directories out there, be sure to check for features and capabilities on the app’s official website (or more than one directory), as we found some inconsistencies and outdated data during our research. 

 

Top AI App Directories

 

1. Futurepedia

Futurepedia has cataloged and categorized over 5,500 AI tools and is a comprehensive AI App directory. The platform includes easy-to-follow guides, a weekly newsletter, and an informative YouTube channel to simplify AI integration into professional practices. 

 

The platform classifies AI apps into 12 categories:

Futurepedia allows users to narrow their search based on criteria such as "waitlist," "open source," "mobile app," "discord community," "API," "no signup required," "browser extension," and more. Pricing filters include "free," "freemium," "free trial," "paid," "contact for pricing," and "deals."

Every AI app is accompanied by a detailed information page that covers:

  • What the app is about
  • Key features
  • Pros and cons
  • Audience profile/people who are using the app
  • Pricing (if applicable)
  • What makes the app unique
  • Compatibility and integration details (for example, Chrome plugin)
  • Links to tutorials, if available
  • A summary

Recommendations for other similar apps are also included. We like the way Futurepedia rates every listed app on several parameters, including data privacy and security: 

Futurepedia’s resources are tailored to diverse needs and support a community of over 200,000 knowledgeable and experienced professionals. 

It is a good place to look for AI apps for publisher-specific use cases. Signup will allow you to receive personalized recommendations, create your favorite list of AI tools, and provide ratings and reviews.

 

2. Findmyaitool

Findmyaitool lists over 1500 AI apps that could be relevant to publishers at both individual and business levels. The description page for each listed app explains what it does, its pros and cons, pricing details, and more.

Publishing-relevent app categories like text, image, audio, and video are further categorized, making it easier to narrow down the search to meet specific needs:

For every App you choose, Findmyaitool also provides recommendations for alternatives. We like the website's Shorts Video section, which explains popular AI tools and their features using videos. 

 

3. Futuretools.io

Futuretools is a simple and easy-to-navigate platform with over 2800 listed AI apps. Each app has a thumbnail, which, upon clicking, provides a brief description of the app, its pricing, and the number of upvotes received, which indicates the number of people who like and recommend it. 

The platform includes 30+ filters for easy search and allows the sorting of apps by upvotes, names, and date added. 

Futuretools was created by Matt Wolfe, who actively maintains an AI newsletter and a YouTube channel on AI, no-code, tech, and futurism, with over 600,000 followers. We like the platform for its simplicity and the “Matt’s Picks” filter, which the founder curates.

 

4. AI Scout 

With over 1700 tools listed in about 48 categories, AI Scout is another good place to discover the latest AI tools and resources. 

 

Clicking on any of the categories will take you to a list of apps that can be filtered based on pricing type (free, freemium, free trial, paid, contact for pricing, waitlist) and platform support (web API, open source, browser extension, desktop app, mobile app, integrations/plugins, ChatGPT plugin and more).

The platform also offers custom AI solutions for your specific needs, which include GPT chatbots, internal AI tools, and AI automation for repetitive tasks.

The platform’s “Find AI with AI” feature is particularly interesting. It allows users to ask an AI chatbot a question about the issue they want to solve, and the bot will suggest apps that might help complete the task. 

 

5. There's An AI For That (TAAFT)

With over 12,000 AI apps, TAAFT is among the top AI aggregators and has been used by over 20 million users.

 

Users can save their favorite apps, and the number of saves is indicated against every listed app—a great way to rank an app by popularity and usefulness. 

The platform is easy to navigate and provides comprehensive details about the listed apps, including an overview, community ratings, user comments, alternatives, pros and cons, and Q&A. 

We like the way TAAFT indicates which jobs may be impacted by an app, making it easy to gauge relevance. You can also search for relevant AI apps based on your job profile.

 

 

6. ToolPilot AI

Toolpilot.ai has good filter options and provides a curated directory of AI apps that is constantly updated. In addition to 1500+ listed apps, the platform is also a hub for AI news, articles, and deals on AI tools. 

The platform also has iOS and Android apps to ensure you can access your AI toolkit on the go. While the structure may vary, every app page provides comprehensive details, including compatibility, integration, and subscription tiers (for paid apps). 

7. Toolify.ai

With over 16,000 AI apps and 230+ categories, Toolify.ai is among the most comprehensive directories with one unique feature: its app and AI website listings are auto-updated by ChatGPT daily.

Search filters include “New AIs,” “Most Saved AIs,” “Most Used AIs,” “AI Apps,” and “Discord of AIs.” Like most top AI directories, Toolify also provides product information, reviews, pricing, and alternatives, but it also includes usage analytics.

We like the platform’s leaderboard, which lists top-growing AI apps and websites by month, category, region, source (mail, direct, search, social, referrals, display ads), and revenue. This is a great way to ensure you don’t miss the most popular ones.

 

8. TopAI.tools

TopAI.tools has listed over 11,000 AIs under 119 categories that are updated daily. Many of the categories are publisher-relevant and allow users to search for tools based on tasks they want to perform. 

 

The platform allows you to create collections of tools and save them to your account or share them with others. Information about the listed apps is comprehensive and includes:

  • What the app is about
  • Core features & benefits
  • Use case ideas
  • Typical users who use the tool
  • Pricing information 
  • Alternatives

The platform is also a good place to track deals and discounts on AI apps. 

 

In summary

The AI app sector is forecast to grow from $2.5 billion in 2022 to $38.5 billion in 2028. As it does, this technology will give people “superpowers.” Regardless of your requirements, there is—or soon will be—an AI app designed to meet them. These top 8 directories we listed are a great place to monitor the developments.