The directory
The AI tools we actually use.
Every tool here is one we pay for or use on the free tier. Some links are affiliates — we disclose that in the footer. We don't list anything we wouldn't recommend to a friend.
Wispr Flow
Writing
Voice-to-text that actually captures how you speak. Replaces typing for us.
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Kit (ConvertKit)
Email
The creator email platform. 30% recurring affiliate commission and genuinely the best UX.
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Riverside.fm
Podcast / Video
Studio-quality remote recording. Separate tracks, cloud backup, post-production built in.
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ElevenLabs
Voice / Audio
The best AI voice generation on the market. Use it for narration, demos, and shorts.
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Claude
Chat / Reasoning
Our default for long-form research and writing. Longer context, better tone control.
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ChatGPT
Chat / Reasoning
Still the best for quick ideation, tool use, and coding snippets.
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Perplexity
Search / Research
AI-powered answer engine that cites sources. Replaces most one-off Google searches.
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Zapier
Automation
No-code automation glue between 6,000+ apps. Start here before writing code.
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HubSpot
Marketing ops
Free CRM tier is genuinely great for solopreneurs. Paid tiers scale with you.
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Gumroad
Checkout
Our storefront. 10% flat fee, zero monthly cost, indie-creator friendly.
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