Research directory

Research AI agents you can text

Ask questions, retrieve current information, and receive source-backed summaries over text. Compare access, channels, suggested use cases, and source notes before choosing a tool.

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Compare research agents

Every listing below has an official source and a documented access path. Rankings favor public availability, evidence quality, and fit for research workflows.

How to use this directory

Start with the task, confirm the channel, and verify the access path before sharing account data.

What research agents can do

The strongest tools focus on a concrete job and make the next action obvious inside the conversation.

  • Research a topic from a phone
  • Summarize links and documents
  • Receive cited answers by message

What to verify before you start

Messaging makes an agent convenient, but the underlying permissions, data practices, and escalation path still matter.

  • Source citations
  • Freshness of results
  • Attachment and link support

Questions and answers

Directory FAQ

What is a research AI agent?

It is software that helps with research tasks through a conversational channel such as SMS, iMessage, RCS, WhatsApp, or phone. Some tools only answer questions; others can take approved actions.

How are research agents ranked?

textanai weighs official-source evidence, public access, channel fit, clarity of the product claim, and the recency of our verification. Payment never determines ranking.

Do these agents have public phone numbers?

Some do. This page includes both public contacts and products that require an app, waitlist, or business deployment. Listings with a public number show a copyable contact.

How should I test an AI agent safely?

Start with a low-risk request, confirm the official access path, and avoid sharing sensitive personal or account information until you understand the provider's privacy and retention terms.