AI isn’t new. But in 2025, it’s more useful and affordable than ever. If you’re running a small business, AI helps you save time, work faster, and cut costs.
These tools aren’t for big tech firms. They’re made for businesses like yours.
1. Jasper
Use it for: Writing blog posts, ads, emails
Jasper writes content for you. It’s fast and saves hours each week. It learns your tone and helps you stay consistent across channels.
“With Jasper, our team cut content creation time by 70%.” — Liz George, Content Lead at Beacon & Co.
2. ChatGPT (Business Plan)
Use it for: Answering questions, drafting replies, research help
Train it on your docs and FAQs. Then use it as a smart assistant for customer support or team workflows.
Read our guide to ChatGPT for Business
3. HubSpot AI
Use it for: Email sequences, lead scoring, contact management
HubSpot’s built-in AI scores leads and automates emails. You save time and follow up faster.
4. GrammarlyGO
Use it for: Polishing emails, proposals, and website copy
Good writing builds trust. GrammarlyGO helps your team write better and faster without hiring an editor.
5. Surfer SEO
Use it for: Writing SEO content that ranks
Surfer tells you which keywords to use, how long your post should be, and how to structure it. It works with Jasper and Google Docs.
6. Tidio
Use it for: Customer support and lead capture
Tidio’s chatbot can answer common questions, qualify leads, and collect emails. You get more leads and better customer response times.
7. Pictory
Use it for: Turning blog posts or scripts into short videos
No editing experience needed. Great for social media, YouTube, or product explainers.
More AI tools for content creation
8. QuickBooks AI
Use it for: Bookkeeping and cash flow tracking
QuickBooks uses AI to categorize expenses, generate reports, and flag issues before they become problems.
According to Intuit, small businesses that use QuickBooks AI tools save an average of 11 hours per month on financial admin.
9. Zapier (with AI steps)
Use it for: Connecting apps and automating tasks
Use AI logic in your Zaps to make smarter workflows. Example: auto-reply to leads with personalized emails based on their message content.
See examples of AI + Zapier integrations
10. Beautiful.ai
Use it for: Making pitch decks, reports, and slides
This tool designs presentations for you. Just add content. It handles layout and visuals.
What You Should Do Next
Start with one or two tools. Focus on the area where you lose the most time—content, customer service, or operations. Most tools here have free trials.
And don’t try to automate everything. Start small, then scale.
Internal Links:
- AI for small business: Getting started
- How to use AI for email marketing
- AI in customer support: Pros and cons
External Links:
- Jasper
- Tidio
- QuickBooks AI
- Zapier AI
- Surfer SEO
Want help setting these up? Book a free AI tool consult