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Citation mapping tool that visualises how research papers connect over time.
Litmaps is a citation mapping tool that visualises how research papers connect over time. It builds interactive maps of citations and references, shows how a field has developed, and sends alerts when new papers cite the ones you follow — so you never miss new research on your topic.
Key Features
- Interactive citation maps over time
- Alerts when new papers cite yours
- Visualise how a field develops
- Save and share maps with your team
- Export maps for papers and presentations
- Free plan for basic maps
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Basic citation maps with limited features. |
| Pro Education | $10/mo annual | Unlimited maps and alerts; $12.50/mo on monthly billing. |
| Commercial | $40/mo annual | Commercial use with team features; $50/mo on monthly billing. |
Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: Yes — it has a free plan.
Best for: researchers who track how papers cite each other over time with live alerts.
Popular with: Students, Teachers, Writers
Popular with: Students, Teachers, Writers
How it works
The free plan covers basic maps, with Pro Education at $10 a month on annual billing for unlimited maps and alerts, and Commercial at $40 for business use. It is built for researchers who do literature reviews and want to stay current without checking databases every day.
Litmaps is a strong choice for tracking a field over time. The alerts are its main value: you set up a map once, and new citations come to you. For a one-off literature review, Connected Papers is simpler; for ongoing tracking, Litmaps is better.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Alerts keep you current without daily checks
- Visual maps show how a field develops
- Free plan for basic maps
- Good for ongoing literature tracking
✗ Cons
- Free plan is limited to basic maps
- Smaller user base than Connected Papers, so fewer tutorials
- Visual only — no full-text search
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Litmaps free?
Yes — Litmaps has a free plan. Free plan; Pro Education from $10/mo annual
What is Litmaps best for?
researchers who track how papers cite each other over time with live alerts.
What kind of tool is Litmaps?
Litmaps is a Research Tools tool on VerlumoAI.
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View detailsLast reviewed: November 2026