Stop missing important research papers

Find connected research and build your literature review faster and smarter.

LITERATURE REVIEW SOFTWARE FOR BETTER RESEARCH

Used by researchers, students, and professionals across 150 countries.

Find papers you didn’t know existed

See how research connects in one visual map

Collaborate and share your research easily

Stay up to date with new papers in your field

HOW LITMAPS WORKS

Start with a research question or paper

Begin with a topic you want to explore or a paper you already know. This gives you a clear entry point into the existing literature.

Discover connected research

Litmaps uses citation relationships to surface related papers and show how research connects, helping you find relevant work beyond simple keyword searches.

Expand, organise, and refine over time

Save relevant papers, explore “more like this,” and grow your map as your understanding evolves. Literature reviews are iterative, your search and organisation improve together as you go.

SEE HOW LITMAPS FINDS HIDDEN RESEARCH PAPERS

How to do a literature review: 5 minute guide with Litmaps - YouTube

How to do a literature review: 5 minute guide with Litmaps

TRADITIONAL SEARCH VS. LITMAPS

Traditional Search

• Keyword constrained
• Linear lists
• Easy to miss important papers
• Manual tracking

Litmaps

• Citation-based discovery
• Visual research maps
• Find hidden connection between papers
• Stay up to date as new papers are published

FAQ

Is Litmaps free?

How is this different from Google Scholar?

Do I need to upload papers?

Can I use Litmaps for my thesis or PhD?

How do I find new papers in my field?