Hey folks,
I run a mobile phone shop, and lately I’ve been experimenting with AI tools to make ad creatives for my products, offers, and promotions. I wanted something that works well for both Instagram and Facebook.

I’ve only been testing free plans so far (because small budget 😅), and here’s my honest experience:

• Lumen5 – Fun for repurposing text content into videos, but customization is limited without a paid plan.

• Pencil AI – Cool idea because it predicts ad performance, but the interface feels a bit clunky.

• Predis.ai – This one was good. Has ready-to-use templates for UGC, carousel, and single-image ads, plus you can plan and schedule posts right inside the platform. The forever-free plan is actually usable, which is rare. So far it’s the only one that feels like a proper all-in-one tool for small business social media.

• Canva Magic Studio – Easy to use and perfect for beginners. Some AI features are locked behind the paid plan, and the free templates can feel overused.

• Veed.io – Fast and simple for video ads with captions, but the watermark on the free plan is a dealbreaker unless you upgrade.

• InVideo AI – Turns product details or scripts into videos quickly. Templates are nice, but the free plan exports in lower quality.

• Lumen5 – Fun for repurposing text content into videos, but customization is limited without a paid plan.

What about you? Any other tools I should try next? What is your experience with AI tools?

Hey creators, founders, and marketers 👋

I’m on the hunt for game-changing AI tools that help speed up and LEVEL UP content creation for service-based businesses (think SaaS, app dev, consulting, coaching, etc.).

Specifically looking for tools that handle things like:

✅ Social media posts (graphics + captions) ✅ Reels / Shorts / TikToks ✅ YouTube videos or voice-over explainers ✅ Bonus: repurpose blogs, tweets, or newsletters into visual/video content

My dream tool would:

Create scroll-stopping visuals or videos in minutes Support multi-platform exports (LinkedIn, IG, YouTube, etc.) Have built-in automation (e.g., turn text → video or idea → carousel) Let me easily add brand colors, fonts, etc. without rebuilding from scratch every time 💬 What are YOU using right now that's actually saving you time and helping you grow? Free or paid, AI or hybrid — I’d love real-world feedback.

If you’ve tested a few tools, feel free to share what worked and what didn’t. I’ll happily share my list once I test some options too!

Thanks in advance 🙏 Let’s build a killer AI stack together 💡

Bonus points if you drop a before/after post result

Creating high-quality content in 2025 has never been easier, thanks to the explosion of AI tools designed for creators, marketers, and entrepreneurs. Whether you're making videos, writing blog posts, designing graphics, or scheduling your content there’s an AI tool that can save you time and boost your creativity.

Here are some of the top tools I’ve personally used or seen creators rave about:

ChatGPT – For writing scripts, captions, blog posts, hooks, or even brainstorming content ideas.

Midjourney / DALL·E 3 – Perfect for generating eye-catching images, thumbnails, or illustrations with just a prompt.

Opus Clip / Vidyo.ai – Transform long videos into short-form viral clips with captions and highlights.

Descript – Record, edit, and transcribe videos and podcasts with ease. Great for solo content creators.

Notion AI – Helps with content planning, organizing content calendars, and automating research.

Canva Pro with Magic Design – Design stunning visuals and social media content using AI suggestions.

Surfer SEO / NeuronWriter – Optimize written content for Google with real-time keyword and structure recommendations.

But here’s the real question: Which AI tools do YOU use to create content? Drop your favorites below I’m always on the hunt for new ones to test out. Let’s help each other grow in this AI-powered world!