Poly
Poly is a smart file browser that understands your files deeply. It excels in search and collaboration.
At a glance
3.9 out of 5
Scored by Alex after real useOur verdict
It’s great for searching through large datasets and collaborating on projects but falls short on some basic syncing features.
✓What it does well
✕Where it falls short
Key features
Questions about Poly
What is Poly?
Poly is a smart file browser that understands files deeply, with a focus on search and collaboration. It can search within text, images and videos, answer AI questions about file contents, auto-tag files based on content, and generate summaries and notes directly from files. It runs on the web, macOS and Windows.
How much does Poly cost?
The Poly Personal plan costs $29 per month and includes full access to all features. There is no free tier, and the reviewer lists this as a shortcoming because payment is required even for personal use.
Who is Poly for?
Toolio lists content creators, researchers and designers as the best fit for Poly. The reviewer finds it great for searching through large datasets and collaborating on projects. Toolio marks it as not aimed at local file managers.
Can Poly search inside images and videos?
Yes. The Poly deep search looks within text, images and videos with precision, and the reviewer counts it among the tool's main strengths. It also offers an AI chat for asking questions about file contents and flexible view modes for different file types and tasks.
What are the weaknesses of Poly?
The reviewer notes that the Poly public sharing features are basic compared to competitors, and there is no free tier, so even personal use requires payment. Poly holds a Toolio score of 3.9 out of 5, given by Alex after real use on 4 Oct 2026.