You.com Chat from You.com blends conversational answers with inline citations and quick switches between models. It is aimed at users who want chat plus visible sources, with a freemium access with YouPro unlocking premium models and higher daily query limits. The product identity sits between search and chat, which can feel split for pure assistant workflows. Editorial teams should verify fit against their compliance and workflow needs before rolling it out broadly.
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You.com Chat
Search-centric chat with cited web answers
FreemiumScore 61.4#166 overall#10 in Chat Assistants
29 editorial upvotes · editor score 3.8 / 5
Specs
| Pricing | Freemium |
|---|---|
| Starting price | $15/mo |
| Free tier | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Launched | Dec 8, 2022 |
| Last verified | Oct 18, 2026 |
| Vendor | You.com |
Highlights
- Inline citations
- Model picker
Pros
- Transparent sourcing
- Clean UI
Cons
- Less brand recognition than giants
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