How to evaluate AI writing tools with a low-cost stack

TL;DR

Pick one benchmark workflow and score each tool on quality, speed, and cost.

Scorecard

1. Output quality in your domain.
2. Editing effort after generation.
3. Monthly total cost at expected volume.
4. Integration with your CMS or Git workflow.
5. Team adoption friction.

Decision rule

If two tools have similar output quality, choose the one with lower operational friction.