Research Reference
Research Data Dictionary
Definitions for ToolixLab AI tool research fields, citation IDs, verification methods, evidence status, score families, and dataset provenance.
How To Cite A Record
Cite the page title, dataset name, citation ID, dataset version, last checked date, and source URL. Example: ToolixLab Research Team, AI Tool Trust Index, citation ID TLX-TRUST-CHATGPT-2026-07, dataset version 2026-07, last checked July 22, 2026.
Download the public research manifestCore Record Fields
tool_nameThe product or AI tool being tracked.
categoryThe primary software category used for filtering and comparison.
official_urlThe vendor homepage or official product URL.
source_urlThe source used to verify the record. Prefer official vendor URLs.
last_checkedThe date ToolixLab last checked the source.
last_updatedThe date ToolixLab last changed the public record.
statusCurrent record status such as active, inactive, shut down, rebranded, or acquired.
Citation And Provenance Fields
record_idStable internal record identifier.
citation_idPublic citation identifier for referencing a specific dataset row.
dataset_versionDataset release identifier, usually the monthly, weekly, quarterly, or benchmark refresh period.
source_accessed_atDate the source URL was accessed for verification.
archived_source_urlOptional archived copy used for historical comparison.
verification_methodHow the claim was checked: official source, hands-on test, manual review, survey, benchmark, or pending.
evidence_statusWhether the record is verified, needs refresh, pending, or disputed.
data_qualityHigh, medium, low, or pending confidence based on source clarity and verification depth.
confidence_notesPlain-language caveat that explains how strongly the record should be trusted.
Score Families
trust_scoreComposite trust score across pricing, free-plan usefulness, privacy, commercial rights, lock-in, billing friction, reliability, and volatility.
real_free_scoreHow useful the free plan is after usage limits, credit cards, watermarks, exports, commercial use, and core features.
lock_in_risk_scoreRisk score for exports, data ownership, API availability, cancellation clarity, portability, free-plan dependency, and shutdown risk.
billing_friction_scoreFriction score for trials, credit cards, cancellation path, refunds, hidden fees, and auto-renewal clarity.
volatility_scoreHow often pricing, limits, terms, access, branding, features, or availability change.
reliability_scoreObserved generation success, speed, export success, credits consumed, error rate, and quality pass/fail.