Reviews
Hands-on reviews of AI tools and side-by-side comparisons, written after we've actually used them.
Claude Fable 5.2 just took first place on a major AI leaderboard, at four times the runner-up's price. Why its lead is shakier than it looks, and the few people who should actually pay.
Five AI companies raced new models out between 23 October and 9 November. One crossed the line first, one improved the most for less money, and one barely moved. Here's the results sheet.
The strongest AI model you can download and keep is Kimi K3.1 Pro. It ranks #16, and renting it costs as much as a closed model that beats it. The real bargain sits six places lower.
