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See whether papers support or contrast what they cite

★ 4.2/5▲ 245 upvotesLast updated: 2026-07-06

What is Scite?

Scite’s Smart Citations show not just how many papers cite a study, but whether they support, mention or contrast it — with the citing sentence in context. Its assistant answers questions grounded in 1.2B+ citation statements. Researchers, journals and policy teams use it to detect shaky claims before relying on them.

Key Features

✦Supporting/contrasting citations
✦Citation context sentences
✦Grounded AI assistant
✦Reference checks

Pros

✓Unique evidence signal
✓Fights citation misuse
✓Journal integrations

Cons

✗Niche use case
✗Subscription only

Use Cases

Claim verification
Literature quality checks
Grant writing
Editorial review

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scite free in 2026?

No free plan. Scite is free trial, starting at $20/mo.

What is Scite used for?

See whether papers support or contrast what they cite. Main use cases: Claim verification, Literature quality checks, Grant writing, Editorial review.

What are the best Scite alternatives?

The most popular alternatives to Scite are Elicit, Consensus, SciSpace.

Does Scite have an API?

Yes, Scite offers a developer API.