# ShelbyAI — Honest AI Tool Reviews

> ShelbyAI (https://www.shelby-ai.com) is an independent AI tool review site for creators, freelancers, and small businesses. We test every tool hands-on for 7-14 days with real workflows. No sponsored rankings.
> Full tool directory: https://www.shelby-ai.com/llms-full.txt

## What We Cover

- **AI Video & Audio Tools**: Pictory, ElevenLabs, Synthesia, Descript, Fliki, Murf AI, and more
- **AI Marketing & SEO Tools**: Frase, Surfer SEO, Semrush, Mangools, and more
- **AI Content & Productivity Tools**: ChatGPT, Claude, Jasper, Copy.ai, Grammarly, and more
- **AI Coding Agents**: Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Hermes Agent, OpenClaw, and more

## Content Types

- **Reviews** (32): In-depth, hands-on reviews with ratings, pricing, pros/cons, and verdicts
- **Comparisons** (17): Head-to-head tool comparisons with per-scenario winners
- **Guides** (29): How-to guides for AI workflows, tools, and use cases
- **Best-Of Lists** (8): Curated ranked lists by category and use case
- **Alternatives** (15): Alternative tools for popular AI products
- **Pricing Guides** (31): Detailed pricing breakdowns with plan recommendations

## Key Pages

- Homepage: https://www.shelby-ai.com/
- All Reviews: https://www.shelby-ai.com/reviews/
- Comparisons: https://www.shelby-ai.com/comparisons/
- Best-Of Lists: https://www.shelby-ai.com/best/
- Guides: https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/
- Free File Tools (browser tools that never upload your file): https://www.shelby-ai.com/free-file-tools/
- Pricing Guides: https://www.shelby-ai.com/pricing/
- Deals & Free Trials: https://www.shelby-ai.com/deals/
- AI Tool Finder (interactive recommender): https://www.shelby-ai.com/finder/
- Compare AI Tools side by side (interactive): https://www.shelby-ai.com/compare/
- AI Tool Stack Cost Calculator (interactive): https://www.shelby-ai.com/calculator/
- AI Tool Pricing Index (original dataset, CC BY 4.0): https://www.shelby-ai.com/ai-pricing-index/
- How We Review: https://www.shelby-ai.com/how-we-review/
- About / Author: https://www.shelby-ai.com/author/frank-shelby/

## Latest Guides

- [How to Open and Convert a STEP File Without CAD Software (2026 Guide)](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/open-step-file-without-cad-software/)
- [How to Open, Edit and Convert a Parquet File Online (No Install)](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/open-parquet-file-online/)
- [How to Read a .dmp File and Diagnose a Blue Screen (Without WinDbg)](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/read-dmp-file-fix-blue-screen/)
- [How to Send Large Files Without Uploading Them (2026 Guide)](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/send-large-files-without-uploading/)
- [How to Use Claude Code (and Claude Design): A Complete 2026 Guide](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/how-to-use-claude-code/)
- [How to Use Claude Design: Anthropic's Prompt-to-Prototype Tool (2026)](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/how-to-use-claude-design/)
- [How to Use the Hermes Agent: A Complete Beginner's Guide (2026)](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/how-to-use-hermes-agent/)
- [How to Use OpenAI Codex: The Complete 2026 Guide](https://www.shelby-ai.com/guides/how-to-use-openai-codex/)

## Editorial Standards

- Every tool is tested hands-on for 7-14 days on real projects before we publish.
- Reviews disclose pricing, who a tool is best for, and who should avoid it.
- Affiliate links never influence rankings or verdicts (https://www.shelby-ai.com/affiliate-disclosure/).

Last updated: 2026-08-08