OpenRead

An AI-driven platform for dynamic scientific paper analysis and research collaboration.

AI Research Tool AI Research Papers AI PDF Summarizer AI Summarizer AI Article Summarizer AI Assistant AI Writing Assistants AI Knowledge Management AI Reader

About OpenRead

OpenRead leverages advanced AI technology to convert scientific papers in PDF format into interactive, browseable documents. Features like Paper Espresso and Paper Q&A enable quick extraction of key insights and answers, streamlining your research process. The platform also offers tools for note-taking, paper drafting, and fostering a vibrant research community.

How to Use

Upload or input a research paper into OpenRead. Use Paper Espresso for rapid summaries, Paper Q&A to ask specific questions, and the extensive reading mode to understand the core ideas quickly. Interact with embedded figures, formulas, and tables via hyperlinks. Take notes efficiently with the system’s organized note-taking features for easy reference.

Features

Hyperlinked Interactive Figures, Formulas, and Tables for easy exploration.

Instant Paper Q&A for quick answers to your research questions.

Low-Code Paper Editor (coming soon) for streamlined document creation.

Extensive Reading Mode to grasp a paper’s main insights within minutes.

Robust Notes System with backlinks and cross-references for efficient organization.

Paper Espresso for automated literature review summaries.

Upcoming Research Community features including seminar series.

Use Cases

Draft research papers using an intuitive low-code platform.

Organize and annotate research notes efficiently.

Engage with a community of researchers and participate in seminars.

Locate figures, formulas, and tables within papers effortlessly.

Create comprehensive literature reviews quickly.

Gain a quick understanding of complex scientific papers.

Best For

ResearchersAcademicsGraduate StudentsScientistsResearch Teams

Pros

Eliminates paywalls and complex publishing formats.

Enhances note-taking and organization.

Speeds up understanding with quick summaries and answers.

Fosters collaboration through community features.

Enriches research workflows with interactive tools.

Cons

Usage limits apply on the free plan.

PDF uploads are capped at 2MB on free tier.

Some features, such as paper drafting, are still under development.

Pricing Plans

Choose the perfect plan for your needs. All plans include 24/7 support and regular updates.

Free Plan

$0/month

Includes 5 Paper Espresso uses, 5 Paper Q&A queries, 5 chats with Oat, 5 Answer by Oat searches, 5 Related Paper Graphs, 5 Paper Requests, and 5 Translations per month. Unlimited PDF uploads and parsing (max 2MB per PDF).

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Basic Plan

$5/month

Provides 100 Paper Espresso sessions, 300 Paper Q&A inquiries, 300 chats with Oat, 300 Answer by Oat searches, 300 Related Paper Graphs, 30 Paper Requests, and 300 Translations monthly. Unlimited PDF uploads and parsing.

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Premium Plan

$20/month

Unlimited access to Paper Espresso, Paper Q&A, Oat chats, Answer by Oat, Related Paper Graphs, Paper Requests, and Translations. Unlimited PDF uploads and parsing.

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Enterprise Subscription

$200 per seat annually

Annual subscription with unlimited access to all Premium features, a dedicated admin dashboard, Single Sign-On (SSO), organizational data privacy, increased PDF upload limits, and priority support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about OpenRead

What is Paper Espresso?

Paper Espresso is an AI-powered assistant that generates literature reviews by analyzing research papers, saving time and effort.

How does Paper Q&A work?

Paper Q&A allows you to ask specific questions about a paper and receive immediate, accurate responses, streamlining your research process.

What happens if I exceed my AI usage limit on the free plan?

You can still read, edit, and organize your existing papers and notes. Access to features like Paper Espresso will require upgrading your plan.

How do I cancel or change my subscription?

Subscriptions renew automatically. To cancel, visit the Subscription section in your account settings and choose to cancel or modify your plan. You will retain access until the end of your billing cycle.

Is there a refund policy?

For refund requests, contact us at subscription@openread.academy with your reason. Refunds are considered if requested within 24 hours of purchase and exclude cases like accidental subscriptions or dissatisfaction. All requests must be made via email; disputes through banks may result in account restrictions.