Scite

Scite is a research platform that helps academics and professionals discover and evaluate scientific literature. Its Smart Citations show how a paper is cited in context, including whether a citation supports, contrasts with or mentions the earlier work. An AI Assistant helps explore research questions.

Key Highlights

• Smart Citation reports with citation context
• Assistant and full-text research search
• Collections for organizing papers
• Citation alerts and dashboards
• MCP credits, with API access on selected plans

What Makes It Different

Scite adds context to citation counts. A frequently cited paper may be cited for several different reasons, so the surrounding citation statement helps a reader understand the discussion. This supports literature review without replacing a researcher's assessment of methods and evidence.

Features & Capabilities

Find a paper or topic, inspect citation reports and use search to explore related literature. The Assistant can help navigate questions and supporting material. Collections organize papers for ongoing projects, while alerts help track later citations.

MCP access connects Scite to compatible AI agents, with a monthly credit allowance. Pro adds API access and larger collections; Team adds shared collections and administration. Check the cited papers and the context of each claim before relying on an AI-generated research answer.

User Ratings and Testimonials

Scite presents selected researcher feedback and institutional examples. They show particular uses of the platform rather than guaranteeing the reliability of every answer. Assess its coverage of your field and read the relevant papers when a decision depends on their conclusions.

Pricing & Value

• Basic: Assistant, Search, Smart Citation reports and 250 MCP credits/month
• Pro: API access, larger collections and 2,500 MCP credits/month
• Team: includes eight seats and shared collections
• Enterprise: custom pricing and access controls

Compare the selected billing option before buying. A seven-day trial converts to the chosen subscription unless cancelled before it ends.