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Everything you need to know about comparing specifications with SpecLens
SpecLens uses advanced AI to extract specifications from your documents (PDFs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and URLs/HTML) and automatically organizes them into a comparison matrix. Every data point is cited with source references, page numbers, and relevance scores for full transparency.
SpecLens supports PDF, Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx), Excel (.xls/.xlsx), PowerPoint (.ppt/.pptx), and web URLs (HTML). Our AI extracts specifications from vendor documents and webpages in any of these formats.
Our AI-powered extraction achieves 99% accuracy for structured specifications. Each extracted value includes a relevance score, and you can review citations to verify the source. For critical decisions, we recommend reviewing the cited sources.
Yes. We use enterprise-grade encryption (AES-256) and never share your data with third parties. Your vendor documents and comparison results remain completely confidential. We do not use your data to train our AI models.
Most comparisons are ready in under 15 minutes. Simply upload 2-10 vendor documents, and SpecLens will automatically extract specifications, create a comparison matrix, and generate an executive summary with recommendations.
Ask AI is our RAG-powered Q&A feature that lets you ask natural language questions about your comparison. For example, 'Which vendor has the best warranty?' or 'What are the power requirements for each product?' Every answer includes citations to the source documents.
Yes! SpecLens supports RFP baseline mode. Upload your RFP document as the baseline, then add vendor proposals. We'll compare each vendor's response against your specific requirements and highlight gaps and matches.
SpecLens is used across IT procurement, equipment sourcing, component selection, material sourcing, healthcare equipment, manufacturing, construction, logistics, and more. Any industry that compares vendor specifications can benefit.
Export your comparison matrices to Excel for detailed analysis, PDF for documentation, or PowerPoint for presentations. Share results with stakeholders or integrate findings into your procurement documentation.
We offer three plans: Explorer (free, 1 comparison/month with up to 60 pages), Builder ($49/month with 500 credits), and Architect ($99/month with 1,500 credits). All plans include full feature access. Visit our pricing page for details.
Yes! Start with our free Explorer plan that includes 1 comparison per month. No credit card required. Upgrade anytime to unlock more comparisons and higher page limits.
SpecLens automates the entire comparison process. Instead of manually copying data into Excel (which takes hours and introduces errors), SpecLens extracts, normalizes, and compares specifications automatically—with full citations and AI-powered insights.
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