AI21labs is a free software tool that helps people to read and write more effectively by harnessing the power of machine learning. The artificial intelligence (AI) used by the software's algorithms continues to update itself with the aim that it will become better and better the more it does. It uses an API to access a Jurassic-1 large-language model.

AI21labs provides two principal tools. The first, Wordtune, is a natural language processor that is used to perfect texts. It looks at what you have written and makes suggestions to improve clarity. The idea is to improve the quality of writing. The other system, Wordtune Read, reads summaries of longer texts aloud. It automatically picks out the most salient points.

Is AI21labs free for good?

Both Wordtune and Wordtune Read are free to use without a trial period, after which you will need to subscribe. In the website's terms and conditions, AI21labs states that a fee for certain access rights or usage may be charged in the future. For now, the service is free, just like ChatGPT Writing Assistant, another AI writing assistant, for example.

What is AI21 Labs building?

AI21labs says that it is building state-of-the-art language models that go beyond mere rewriting tools and that place a greater emphasis on understanding the meaning behind words. Both tools can be used to improve workflows in professional or academic fields. Customizable versions of its API platforms are available, too, for a fee.

Free text summary and text production tools

Like Text Summarizer, a free app that offers a précis of any text it is given for processing, Wordtune Read helps to save time taking information on board. Conversely, Wordtune's output must be read to sense-check its content.