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AI Time Estimates for Research Tasks

Research used to mean hours of reading. Compare how long modern research and summarization tasks take for analysts, agencies, and AI.

research poor

Conduct a structured taste-test of three experimental coffee blends, documenting detailed sensory attributes (aroma, acidity, body, flavor notes, finish) to provide actionable feedback for a coffee roaster's recipe refinement process.

5 hrs/wk @ 10× 26 views →
research good

Create a detailed meal plan with shopping list and macros for someone with celiac disease and nut allergies who wants to gain muscle

28.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 25 views →
research good

Create a two-week gluten-free, high-protein meal plan with recipes under $8/serving and 30-minute prep time

15 hrs/wk @ 10× 25 views →
research good

Analyze a CSV dataset of customer churn data to identify key patterns (e.g., demographics, usage, tenure), then produce a written summary report with supporting visualizations (charts, graphs).

53 hrs/wk @ 10× 24 views →
research good

Analyze competitor websites to extract and compare pricing models, feature sets, and marketing positioning, then compile findings into a structured comparison matrix.

42 hrs/wk @ 10× 24 views →
research poor

Visually inspect and assess a skin mole for signs of malignancy (e.g., using ABCDE criteria). This is a medical diagnostic task that cannot be reliably completed by non-clinicians, AI, or any non-dermatology professional without examination tools and clinical training.

0.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 24 views →
research excellent

Create a personalized weekly meal plan tailored to pescatarian and gluten-free dietary constraints with a Mediterranean cuisine focus, including meal ideas, brief recipes or guidance, and a balanced nutritional approach.

12.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 23 views →
research good

Review and analyze a quarter's worth of customer support tickets to surface the top 5 recurring complaint themes and recommend actionable solutions for each.

35 hrs/wk @ 10× 23 views →
research poor

Conduct a taste-test of three experimental hot sauce formulas and provide structured feedback on heat level, flavor balance, and market appeal for product development purposes.

5 hrs/wk @ 10× 23 views →
research partial

Diagnose why a toddler refuses vegetables and develop and implement an evidence-based feeding strategy, including identifying root causes (sensory, behavioral, developmental) and applying practical mealtime interventions.

7.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 23 views →
research good

Research and compile a comprehensive competitive analysis report covering 8 project management tools priced between $50–$200/month, including feature comparisons, pricing tiers, strengths/weaknesses, and positioning insights.

23 hrs/wk @ 10× 22 views →
research poor

In-person physical examination of a fine art painting at an auction house to assess authenticity via brushstroke analysis, canvas age assessment, and patina inspection.

0 hrs/wk @ 10× 22 views →
research partial

Assess a toddler's persistent crying to identify likely causes and determine whether a medical consultation is warranted.

5.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 22 views →
research partial

Assess whether a friend's romantic relationship is healthy or toxic by observing and interpreting subtle behavioral cues during a dinner conversation — a deeply interpersonal, judgment-intensive task requiring emotional intelligence, contextual knowledge, and relational trust.

7.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 22 views →
research poor

Conduct a structured taste-test of three experimental craft beers and deliver detailed sensory feedback to help a brewery refine recipes. Involves evaluating aroma, flavor, mouthfeel, aftertaste, and overall balance with enough specificity to be actionable for brewers.

3.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 22 views →
research poor

Pre-purchase inspection of a used car including test drive, hidden mechanical issue identification, and fair market value assessment

5 hrs/wk @ 10× 21 views →
research partial

Plan, recruit, conduct, and synthesize 5 user research interviews with potential customers to validate a new product concept and surface key pain points.

33 hrs/wk @ 10× 21 views →
research good

Research and compile a comprehensive competitive analysis of 5 project management tools, including feature comparisons, pricing, strengths/weaknesses, and positioning across competitors.

56.7 hrs/wk @ 10× 21 views →
research good

Summarize competitive intelligence on 5 direct competitors, covering pricing models, feature sets, and recent product announcements

37.5 hrs/wk @ 10× 21 views →
research good

Analyze 10 competitor pricing pages and produce a structured competitive analysis report covering pricing tiers, feature comparisons, and positioning strategies.

38.3 hrs/wk @ 10× 21 views →