Free Picks
Best Free Tools in 2026
You don't need a budget to build like a pro. These free tools earned top marks in our hands-on testing.
By Itai Varochik
Design & Creative
Professional design tools with generous free tiers.
- Figma — Collaborative design platform for UI/UX, prototyping, and design systems. (4.8/5)
- Canva — The easiest online design platform for creating graphics, presentations, and videos. (4.7/5)
- DaVinci Resolve — Professional-grade video editing, color grading, and VFX in one free application. (4.8/5)
- CapCut — Free video editor with AI features that rivals paid tools like Premiere Pro, backed by ByteDance. (4.6/5)
AI & Productivity
AI assistants and productivity tools that cost nothing to start.
- ChatGPT — The most popular AI assistant for writing, coding, research, and creative projects. (4.7/5)
- Notion — All-in-one workspace combining docs, databases, wikis, and project management for teams and individuals. (4.6/5)
- PostHog — All-in-one product analytics with session replay, feature flags, and A/B testing. (4.5/5)
- ClickUp — All-in-one project management platform with docs, whiteboards, and AI built in. (4.5/5)
Crypto & Finance
Free wallets and portfolio tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these tools really free?
Yes. Every tool listed here offers a fully functional free tier or is completely free to use. Some offer paid upgrades for advanced features, but the free version is practical for most users.
How did you select these tools?
We tested each tool across usability, feature depth, and long-term viability. Only tools scoring 4.5 or higher in our methodology made the list.
Will these tools stay free?
Pricing can change, but all listed tools have maintained stable free tiers for at least 12 months. We update this collection regularly.