Last updated: 2026-09-04
Andi Search is an AI search engine that skips ranked link results and writes one conversational answer per query, scoring 87% in a September 2024 SearchBench evaluation versus 71% for Google. Its proprietary Trantora index reads full page content for credibility rather than reusing another provider's search index, so an answer cites sources instead of leaving a page to scan.
About Andi Search
Andi Search launched in 2021 as an AI-powered search engine that replaces traditional link-based results with direct, conversational answers instead of a list of links to click through. Built by Andi Inc. on a proprietary index called Trantora rather than licensing an existing search index, the company has raised $3.11M in seed funding to date and runs on a two-person team based in San Francisco.
Trantora reads full page content, not just keywords, to synthesize accurate responses from multiple trusted sources rather than bolting a language model onto someone else's index. The platform runs ad-free and anonymous, collecting no tracking data, and its business model is built around sharing search revenue with content creators instead of selling ads. PCMag named Andi Search its Best Free AI Search Engine for a third straight year in March 2026, and the conversational interface adds visual results, article summarization, and topic explanations alongside every answer.
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Pricing
Andi Search is completely free with unlimited searches and no account required to start. A paid Andi Plus tier and a developer API have been planned since 2024 but neither has shipped a price or a launch date as of September 2026.
Feature Comparison by Tier
| Feature | Free |
|---|---|
| Price | $0 |
| Searches | Unlimited |
| Ads and tracking | None |
| Search index | 14 billion pages (Trantora) |
| SearchBench accuracy score | 87% (Sept 2024 evaluation) |
| Browser extensions | Chrome, Firefox |
| Mobile apps | iOS, Android |
| Developer API | Not yet launched |
| Premium tier (Andi Plus) | Not yet launched |
Key Features
- Conversational AI Answers: Get direct, synthesized answers instead of link lists using generative AI and semantic search technology
- Trantora Proprietary Index: Proprietary AI index analyzing 14 billion pages for meaning and credibility, scoring 450+ data points per page
- Privacy-First Design: 100% ad-free, anonymous search with no tracking, no data collection, and no personal data logging
- Visual & Multimedia Results: Rich visual feed showing images, videos, and multimedia content alongside AI-generated summaries
- Content Tools: Summarize long articles, explain complex topics, generate content, and switch between Feed, Grid, and List views
- Source Attribution: All answers include direct links to original sources for transparency and easy verification
Pros
- Independently benchmarked as the most accurate of the major AI search engines on SearchBench, ahead of Google, ChatGPT, and Perplexity
- Genuine zero-tracking privacy: no ads, no query logging, unusual for a free search product
- Understands the intent behind a query rather than just matching keywords
- Unlimited searches at no cost, with no waitlist or usage cap
- Sub-second response times in Fast mode, with a slower Deep AI mode for harder questions
- Ad-free interface that stays out of the way of the answer
Cons
- Smaller index than Google or Bing, so long-tail and highly technical queries can come up short
- No premium tier live yet, so power users who outgrow the free plan have nothing to upgrade to today
- AI-generated answers can still stumble on niche or highly specialized topics
- Small, early-stage team means new features ship slower than at larger incumbents
Data Handling
- Training-data policy
- Andi's own privacy page (andisearch.com/privacy) states it does not store cookies, does not log or store IP addresses, does not log searches, and does not share customer data with third parties. No page addresses whether any retained data trains Andi's models. Checked 4 September 2026.
- Compliance
- None published. No SOC 2 · ISO 27001 · or HIPAA certification found on the vendor site as of September 2026; the earlier "HIPAA (enterprise plans)" claim could not be verified against any vendor source and is removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Andi Search cost anything?
No. Every search on the web, in the browser extensions, or in the iOS and Android apps runs on the free plan with no cap and no trial window. Andi Plus, a paid tier, and a developer API have been announced but neither has a published price or ship date as of September 2026.
Is there a paid tier or does everything stay free?
Everything is free today: unlimited searches, both browser extensions, and both mobile apps, with no seat limit and nothing held back behind a paywall. Andi Plus is planned but has not launched, so there is currently nothing to upgrade to.
What are the main alternatives to Andi Search?
Perplexity AI is the closest match, with roughly 45 million monthly users and a larger index than Andi runs. Bing suits anyone who wants Copilot built into a search bar already inside Microsoft 365. Komo AI fits better for automating a recurring research task rather than a single question.
Andi Search or Perplexity: which is the better pick?
Both cite sources and answer in conversation instead of listing links, but Perplexity has scaled past 45 million monthly users on a broader index, while Andi runs its own Trantora index and a stricter no-tracking, no-ads policy. Pick Perplexity for coverage; pick Andi if an ad-free, zero-logging search matters more than index size.
How do you start using Andi Search?
Open andisearch.com, or add the Chrome or Firefox extension, and type a question straight into the search bar; no account is required. Create a free account only if you want your search history saved. iOS and Android apps cover searching from a phone.
Top Alternatives
- Perplexity AI: Perplexity layers in feature-rich modes like Deep Research and Labs for multi-step tasks; Andi Search stays a single, ad-free answer box with no account required to start.
- Bing: Bing suits anyone already living inside Microsoft's ecosystem who wants Copilot built into search; Andi Search stays a purpose-built, ad-free alternative outside that ecosystem.
- Komo AI: Komo AI automates recurring research workflows over time; Andi Search is built for one fast, accurate, ad-free answer right now.
HokAI guides covering Andi Search
- Andi Search Is Free for the Third Year Running. That's Not Entirely Reassuring.: Andi Search won its third straight PCMag award for staying completely free. Three years after promising a paid tier, here is what that bet means for you.
- Best AI Search Engines in 2026: 6 Free Alternatives to Google: Perplexity, Bing Copilot, Komo AI, Andi Search, Consensus and Google Lens compared on free-tier limits, pricing and data handling for switching off Google.
- Best AI Search Tools in 2026: Match the Tool to the Job: Perplexity, Bing, and Glean all get called AI search tools, but only Glean searches a company's internal Slack. Here is how the category splits by job in 2026.