Best AI for Research in 2026: Compare Current Magicdoor Models
Last updated: October 7, 2026.
Research involves finding current sources, evaluating evidence and explaining results. Magicdoor's old Perplexity Reasoning and Deep Research (pplx) picker options are retired; do not treat old search-model comparisons as its current lineup. Several current chat models support search. Check what the picker and your file type actually support.
Current options at a glance
| Model | Input / output per 1M tokens, standard rates | Search | A useful trial | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPT-6.1 Sol | $2.00 / $10.00 | Yes | Yes | Structured analysis of provided sources |
| Claude Opus 5.5 | $4.00 / $20.00 | Yes | Yes | Compare summaries of long papers (subscriber-only) |
| Claude Haiku 5.5 | $0.10 / $0.50 | Yes | Yes | Questions about mixed-media material |
| GLM-5.3 | $1.40 / $4.40 | Yes | No | A lower-rate text-only analytical first pass |
Prices are per million tokens before cache or other adjustments; price alone does not measure answer quality. See the model cost guide.
A research workflow to test
- Ask a search-enabled model for primary sources, dates and URLs. Open the sources yourself and record which claims each actually supports.
- Supply the relevant documents to a PDF-compatible model. Ask it to distinguish quoted evidence from inference, and check any tables or figures against the originals.
- Compare an analysis from Sol, Opus or Haiku on one representative question rather than assuming a model ranking transfers to your field.
- Cite the original source, not the model's unsupported summary. Recheck current facts before publication.
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FAQ
Which Magicdoor models can help with current research?
Claude Haiku 5.5, GPT-6.1 Sol and Claude Opus 5.5 support search in the current registry. Check original sources and citations yourself; search support does not guarantee accuracy.
Is GPT-6.1 Sol or Claude Opus 5.5 better for literature reviews?
There is no measured universal winner here. Try the same representative papers with each model and compare source coverage, citations and synthesis before choosing.
Is Claude Haiku 5.5 available for PDFs?
Yes. Claude Haiku 5.5 supports PDFs and vision in the current Magicdoor registry; verify the exact upload and answer before relying on it.
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