About WhatPeopleUse
Honest answers to the question everyone asks before buying tech and software.
WhatPeopleUse is an independent tech publication and research collective founded by software engineers.
We started WhatPeopleUse because tech buying advice across the internet has become noisy and untrustworthy. Most "best of" lists are low-effort SEO games written by people who never used the tools. Most reviews are thinly veiled promotional copy.
We answer the exact question readers actually search: what does this professional, engineer, or creator actually use, and is it worth your money?
What we cover
- AI Tools - Writing assistants, coding agents, and productivity software that actually justify their ongoing cost.
- Developer Tools - Hosting, cloud services, terminals, and everyday utilities built for engineers.
- Gear & Hardware - Monitors, mechanical keyboards, audio gear, and desk setups tested for daily work.
- Creator & Professional Setups - Verifiable breakdowns of the hardware and software trusted by leading creators, podcasters, and founders.
Our editorial standard
We take editorial integrity seriously:
- Firsthand Experience: We test tools directly in real engineering and writing workflows.
- Verifiable Sourcing: For public figure and creator setups, every factual claim is backed by publicly verifiable interviews, videos, or documented sources.
- No AI Fluff: We reject unedited, generic AI-generated articles. Every guide is researched, fact-checked, and written for humans.
- Community Contributors: We invite practicing developers and tech professionals to contribute guides under their own bylines.
How we fund the publication
WhatPeopleUse is completely free to read, with no paywalls or gated content. We support our operations through two transparent channels:
- Affiliate Links: Some links on this site are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
- Direct Sponsorships: We partner with select brands and software companies for clearly labeled promotional placements.
Our editorial recommendations cannot be bought. If a product or service is flawed, overpriced, or not worth buying, we say so plainly - regardless of commission rates or brand relationships.
Connect with our team
We believe in keeping an open dialogue with our readers and fellow builders:
- Have an idea or setup breakdown to share? Check out our Write for Us contributor guidelines.
- Interested in partnering with our publication? Explore our Sponsorship & Advertising opportunities.
- Have feedback, corrections, suggestions, or literally anything else you want to discuss with us? Contact our editorial desk or email us directly at contact@whatpeopleuse.com - we read every message and will get back to you as soon as possible.