In the ever-changing world of AI research tools, Anthropic’s Claude has rolled out a Research feature that’s giving ChatGPT and Google Gemini’s Deep Research a run for their money. Aimed at Max, Team, or Enterprise subscribers, this tool takes a different route to digging up info and crafting reports. Here’s the kicker: Claude doesn’t just take your prompt and run with it once. Oh no, it gives it a few goes, scours the web (and any documents you’ve linked), and then hands you a neatly packaged report with citations to boot.
Putting Claude’s Research to the test with the same prompts used on ChatGPT and Gemini was like watching three chefs tackle the same recipe differently. Ask for a beginner’s guide to astronomy, and Claude doesn’t just list telescopes—it throws in learning resources, local events in Nyack, New York (yes, it got that specific), and even names names. Dive into flavor pairing, and you’re not just getting a dry science lesson; Claude mixes in cultural tidbits and nudges you to try things out in your kitchen. It’s like having a food scientist and a culinary historian in one.
But where Claude really shines is in cutting to the chase. Take mahjong, for example. While ChatGPT and Gemini might take you on a historical detour, Claude’s all about the here and now: ‘Here’s how you play, and here’s how to get good at it.’ It’s this no-nonsense, let’s-get-down-to-business approach that sets Claude apart for users who want answers, not anecdotes.
That said, Claude’s Research isn’t perfect. For starters, you’ll need a pricier subscription to access it, which might leave the $20-a-month crowd feeling left out. And while it’s quick and to the point, don’t expect the sprawling, encyclopedia-style reports that Deep Research tools can churn out. In short, Claude’s Research is your go-to if you’re after something more substantial than a quick AI answer but don’t need a dissertation.
Wrapping up, Claude’s Research feature is a big leap forward, blending speed, depth, and practicality in a way that’s pretty darn impressive. But whether it’s the right tool for you boils down to what you’re willing to pay and what you’re looking to get out of it. Not everyone needs a Swiss Army knife, but if you do, Claude’s got you covered.
