AI Tool Index at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFeatured placement $49 one-time for 30 days
- Account
- Not needed
- Captcha
- Cloudflare Turnstile
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Submit at
- aitoolindex.io/submit
What AI Tool Index is and who it's for
AI Tool Index is a directory of AI tools organized into 25 categories, with comparisons, benchmarks, and calculators to help users evaluate options. It lists 82 tools and features editorial picks, scorecards, and a Chrome extension. The site emphasizes editorial standards and verification of listings.
Teams and individuals evaluating AI tools before purchase, looking for curated shortlists and evidence-based comparisons.
It lists
- AI chatbots
- AI writing tools
- AI image generators
- AI coding assistants
- AI video tools
- AI music generators
- AI voice & speech
- AI productivity
How to submit to AI Tool Index, step by step
Submit your tool via the form on the Submit page. Basic listings are always free and include a public profile, category inclusion, and discovery flows after approval.
Fill out the submission form
Go to https://aitoolindex.io/submit and complete the form with tool name, website URL, category, pricing model, and description. Optional fields include company website, company, name, and email.
Pass anti-spam verification
Complete the Turnstile captcha to prove you're human.
Submit for review
Click 'Submit Tool for Review'. Submissions are rate-limited and reviewed before publication.
Wait for editorial review
The team checks live product status, category fit, pricing clarity, and whether the listing supports a real buying decision.
Get listed
If approved, your tool appears in the directory with a free basic listing. Verified status is a separate editorial pass after approval.
What the AI Tool Index form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Company Website | — |
| Tool Name | required, max 120 characters |
| Website URL | required, URL format |
| Category | required, select from 25 categories |
| Pricing Model | required, select from Free, Freemium, Paid, Open Source, Free Trial, Usage-Based, Contact Sales |
| Description | required, max 1200 characters |
| Company | optional, max 120 characters |
| Name | optional, max 120 characters |
| optional, max 320 characters | |
| I’m interested in paid promotion options | checkbox; basic listings stay free, featured listings run for 30 days at $49 one-time |
Our free preview drafts your name, tagline, short and long descriptions, categories and tags in the lengths directories like this one ask for. Try it with your URL.
AI Tool Index pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Listing | Free | Standard tool submission and moderation review, public tool profile once approved, basic inclusion in category, comparison, and discovery flows |
| Featured Listing (30 Days) | $49 one-time | Manual activation after payment clears, no auto-renewal or subscription lock-in, handled through Stripe Payment Links or invoices |
Why AI Tool Index submissions get rejected or stall
- Site is not reachable or does not clearly represent a real AI product
- Category does not fit any of the 25 listed categories
- Submission fails anti-spam verification (Turnstile)
- Listing does not support a real buying decision
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Choose the most specific category that fits your tool; there are 25 options.
- Write a clear description that includes your pricing model and key features to help comparison.
- If you want extra visibility, check the 'I’m interested in paid promotion options' box or email partnerships@aitoolindex.io after submission.
- Ensure your website is live and clearly shows your AI product before submitting.
Our take on AI Tool Index
Submit here if you have a genuine AI tool and want a free, curated listing with potential for editorial verification. Expect a manual review process with no guaranteed approval time, and optional paid featured placement for $49 for 30 days.
AI Tool Index FAQ
How much does it cost to list my AI tool on AI Tool Index?
Basic listings are free. A featured listing costs $49 one-time for 30 days.
Do I need an account to submit?
No, you can submit without creating an account.
What are the requirements for approval?
Your tool must be live, clearly represent a real AI product, fit a category, and have clear pricing and description.
Checked against AI Tool Index's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: aitoolindex.io, aitoolindex.io/submit, aitoolindex.io/advertise. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
