The basic flow
A system receives a query, retrieves relevant source material, supplies that context to a model and generates a response under application-defined rules.
Why retrieval matters
Retrieval can ground a response in selected material, but quality still depends on source selection, indexing, retrieval and response controls.
How to evaluate products
Check the verified file, search, integration and platform capabilities of a tool. Do not infer a complete RAG implementation from a generic AI label.
Related tools
| Tool | Best for | Pricing | Verified features |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | General-purpose writing, research and knowledge work | Free plan | Conversational writing assistance, Web search, File and data analysis |
| Claude | Writing, analysis and project-based knowledge work | Free plan | Writing and editing, Web search, File creation and code execution |
FAQ
Does RAG eliminate hallucinations?
No. Retrieval can provide grounding context, but applications still need source quality, evaluation and response controls.
Are all linked tools RAG platforms?
No. They are related verified tools; their individual pages define the capabilities BastionPower has confirmed.