018 tools
Writing & Content
ChatGPT, Claude, Grammarly, Jasper AI and more
2026 Edition · Updated 21 September 2026
Stop guessing which AI tools are worth it.
The AI Index is a plain-English guide to 50+ AI tools across 9 categories, with Australian pricing, step-by-step setup and honest ratings. Know exactly what to use, what it costs and how to start.
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50+AI tools covered
9categories
96pages, A4 PDF
AUDpricing throughout
What’s inside
Every tool that matters, sorted so you can find the right one fast.
New AI tools launch every week. Most people either try none of them, or end up paying for three that do the same job. The AI Index cuts it down to the ones worth knowing, grouped by what you actually want to get done.
027 tools
Image Generation
Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Canva AI, Ideogram and more
036 tools
Video Generation
Sora, Runway ML, HeyGen, Synthesia and more
046 tools
Coding & Development
GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, Replit AI and more
056 tools
Productivity & Research
Perplexity AI, Otter.ai, Reclaim.ai, Zapier and more
065 tools
Audio & Voice
ElevenLabs, Suno AI, Descript, Adobe Podcast Enhance and more
074 tools
Automation & Business
Make, n8n, Relevance AI and Notion as a business hub
084 tools
AI Assistants & Chatbots
Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Meta AI and Character.ai
095 tools
AI for Creatives
Luma AI, Krea AI, Runway ML and Adobe Firefly for creative pros
Every tool, one clear page
No fluff. Just what you need to decide and get started.
- Pricing in AUDEvery tier converted to Australian dollars, so you can budget properly.
- What it does & why it mattersPlain English on what the tool is actually good at, and when it is the right pick.
- How to get startedNumbered steps from sign-up to your first useful result.
- Pro tips & a real exampleA ready-to-use prompt or use case you can try straight away.
- For your businessHow a small team would actually put the tool to work.
More than a tool list
The practical bits that save you time and money.
- One Prompt, Five AIsThe same brief given to five AIs, with every answer shown side by side.
- Ready-made AI stacksTool combos and monthly costs for tradies, e-commerce, agencies and creators.
- What to spend, and whenFrom a $0 setup up to a full paid stack, and the single upgrade worth making first.
- Your first 30 days with AIA guided path so you build the habit instead of just signing up.
- How to write prompts that workSimple patterns that get better answers from any tool.
- Services you can sellWays to turn these tools into paid work.
- AI tools and Australian businessPrivacy Act and Australian Consumer Law points to know before you use AI with customers.
- Eight mistakes that waste moneyThe traps that catch most people in their first few months.
- Cheat sheet, glossary & quick referenceEvery tool on a few pages, plus jargon explained in plain English.
Just updated
Already covers GPT-6 Astra.
OpenAI released GPT-6 Astra in September 2026. The guide now has a two-page spotlight explaining what it can do, which ChatGPT plans include it, how to switch it on, and when everyday ChatGPT is the better choice.
Straight answers, not hype
Honest about what was tested.
Ten tools in the guide are marked TESTED, meaning they were run hands-on and the screenshots show exactly what came back. The rest are rated from documentation, pricing and reputation, and the guide tells you which is which. Prices are shown in AUD, with a clear reminder to confirm on the tool’s own site before you subscribe.
The AI Index 2026
$20 AUD
One-off payment. No subscription.
- 96-page PDF guide to 50+ AI tools
- 9 categories with a clear card for every tool
- Pricing in AUD and step-by-step setup
- Five-AI head-to-head test and ready-made AI stacks
- 30-day starter plan, cheat sheet and glossary
- GPT-6 Astra spotlight (updated 21 September 2026)
Secure checkout with Payhip. Instant download. Covered by Australian Consumer Law.
Questions, answered.
Do I need any technical background?
No. Every category has Beginner-rated tools, and the guide flags which ones need more technical comfort so you can start where you are comfortable.
What exactly do I get?
A 96-page guide covering 50+ tools across 9 categories — every one profiled the same clear way, with pricing, a step-by-step start guide and a real prompt to try immediately. Ten tools are tested hands-on with real screenshots. Plus a five-AI head-to-head test, ready-made AI stacks by business type, a 30-day starter plan and a cheat sheet you will actually keep open while you work. It lands in your inbox instantly and is yours to keep, with monthly updates included.
How do I receive it?
Checkout is handled by Payhip. Your download link appears straight after payment and is emailed to you as well.
Will it go out of date?
AI pricing and features change constantly, and the guide says so upfront. It was last updated on 21 September 2026, including the new GPT-6 Astra release. [ADD YOUR UPDATE POLICY]
Which tool should I start with?
If you only try one, start with ChatGPT or Claude. The guide has a decision guide and a 30-day plan to walk you through it.
Is it relevant for Australian businesses?
Yes. Prices are in AUD, and there is a section on the Privacy Act and Australian Consumer Law considerations for using AI tools in a business.
What if something is wrong or I need help?
Email aiindexsupport@gmail.com. Refunds for faulty or significantly misdescribed products are covered under the Australian Consumer Law.
Making AI simple for everyone.
Spend an evening with The AI Index and know exactly which tools to use, and which to skip.
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