Best Science & Math Tools to Use in 2026
Discover the best free and open-source science & math tools. Curated list with alternatives and reviews.
Top Picks
arcsecond.io
Multiple astronomy data sources
arXiv
Curated research-sharing platform: physics, mathematics, quantitative finance, and economics
CodeCogs
Render LaTeX equations in PNG, GIF, SVG, EMF, PDF, JSON, or download formats with styling options
CORE
Access the world's Open Access research papers
GBIF
Global Biodiversity Information Facility
iDigBio
Access millions of museum specimens from organizations around the world
More Great Options
inspirehep.net
High Energy Physics info. system
isEven (humor)
Check if a number is even
ISRO
ISRO Space Crafts Information
ITIS
Integrated Taxonomic Information System
Launch Library 2
Spaceflight launches and events database
Materials Platform for Data Science
Curated experimental data for materials science
FAQ
Are these tools really free?
Yes! All tools listed on Craftisle are 100% free or have a generous free tier.
How do you choose the best tools?
We evaluate based on features, ease of use, community support, and update frequency.