VerlumoAIAI search assistant that answers questions with cited sources.
View detailsYou.com is an AI search engine that answers questions with cited sources. Instead of a list of links, it gives you a direct answer with citations to the sources it used — so you can check the answer and read further. It also includes AI chat, image generation, and writing tools.
Key Features
- AI search answers with cited sources
- AI chat and writing tools
- Image generation built in
- Privacy-focused, no ads on paid plans
- Custom AI modes for research and coding
- Free plan for basic AI search
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Basic AI search with limited usage. |
| Pro | $15/mo annual | Unlimited searches and more AI features; $20/mo on monthly billing. |
| Max | $175/mo annual | Full AI models and highest limits; $200/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: anyone who wants AI search answers with cited sources, without ads.
Popular with: Students, Writers, Teachers
Popular with: Students, Writers, Teachers
How it works
The free plan covers basic AI search with limited usage, with Pro at $15 a month on annual billing for unlimited searches and more AI features, and Max at $175 for the full set including the most powerful AI models. It is built for people who want answers, not just links.
You.com is a strong alternative to Google for research questions. The cited answers are its main strength: you can verify every claim against the source. For casual search, Google is still faster; for research questions that need a sourced answer, You.com is better.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Answers come with cited sources
- No ads on paid plans
- AI chat and writing tools included
- Free plan to test the AI search
✗ Cons
- Free plan has limited AI searches
- Pro is $20 a month — pricey for casual search
- Smaller index than Google for some queries
Frequently Asked Questions
Is You.com free?
Yes — You.com has a free plan. Free plan; Pro from $15/mo annual
What is You.com best for?
anyone who wants AI search answers with cited sources, without ads.
What kind of tool is You.com?
You.com is a Research Tools tool on VerlumoAI.
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View detailsLast reviewed: November 2026