Best AI Tools for Citation Management in 2026 — A Complete Guide

TL;DR — Quick Answer The best citation management tools in 2026 are Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote, and Paperpile. Zotero is the best free option for most researchers — open-source, powerful, and integrated with Word and Google Docs. Mendeley suits those who want a built-in PDF reader and academic social network. EndNote remains the standard in many […]