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Most Inventors Find Out Their Idea Already Exists — After They've Spent $10K+ Finding Out

You Google around, don't find anything obvious, and hire a patent attorney. Weeks later: a $3,500–$15,000 bill and a report saying someone already patented something close enough to block you.

The fix is simple: search first. PriorArtCheck runs the same kind of prior art search your attorney would order — AI-powered semantic search across millions of patents — and delivers a plain-English report for just $99.

Your attorney still does the legal work. You just stop paying them to find out the answer is "no."

Three Steps. Ten Minutes of Your Time. One Clear Answer.

Three steps: 1. Describe your invention (10 minutes), 2. AI searches everything, 3. Get your report (within 1 business day)

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Every submission is encrypted, covered by our Inventor Confidentiality Agreement, and we never file patents on anything you submit. Ever.

We make money from reports — not your IP.

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Everything you need to decide whether to invest further.

  • ✓ AI prior art search across US patents & applications
  • ✓ Patentability likelihood assessment
  • ✓ Competitive landscape overview
  • ✓ Plain-English summary with specific next steps
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For context: Patent attorneys typically charge $600–$3,500 for a prior art search alone, $5,000–$15,000 for a provisional filing, and $8,000–$15,000+ for a full utility patent. See the full cost breakdown →

What You Get vs. the Alternatives

Comparison: DIY Google Patents shows dense patent listings vs PriorArtCheck showing clear findings with actionable next steps
Google Patents
(DIY)		 Hire an
Attorney		 PriorArtCheck
Cost Free $600–$3,500+ $1999 $99
Time to results Hours of your time 2–6 weeks 10 min to submit, report within 1 business day
What you search Whatever keywords you guess Depends on the firm Millions of patents + applications, semantic AI
What you get back Raw patent listings Legal memo (often dense) Plain-English report + attorney-ready details
Plain-English explanation ✗ Often dense legalese ✓
Who it's for People comfortable reading patents People ready to spend Anyone with an idea worth checking

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this legal advice?

No. We provide patent search and analysis services, not legal advice. For legal opinions, consult a registered patent attorney. Our reports are designed to give you — and your attorney — a head start.

How much does a patent search cost?

Patent search costs range from free (DIY with Google Patents) to $3,500+ (attorney-led search). AI-powered services like PriorArtCheck.com cost $99 and deliver results within 1 business day. For most inventors, this is the best balance of cost, speed, and thoroughness.

How is this different from Google Patents?

Google Patents is keyword-based — you only find what you think to search for. We use AI semantic matching to find conceptually similar patents even when they use completely different terminology. Plus, we explain results in plain English with specific next steps, rather than giving you raw patent listings to decipher yourself.

Do I need a patent attorney to do a prior art search?

No. Many patent attorneys actually recommend that clients do preliminary research before their first meeting — it saves billable hours and helps the attorney focus on strategy rather than basic research. You need an attorney to file a patent, but not to search for prior art.

What if you find blocking prior art?

That's actually a good outcome — finding out early saves you thousands. Our report explains exactly what was found, how close it is to your invention, and suggests ways to potentially differentiate or design around it. Some of the best patents come from understanding the prior art landscape and finding the gaps.

Can I use the report with my patent attorney?

Absolutely. That's the point. Many attorneys appreciate clients who show up prepared — it cuts billable hours and gives them a head start on the application. Our reports include attorney-ready technical details alongside the plain-English summary.

Is my idea safe?

Yes. Every submission is encrypted, covered by our Inventor Confidentiality Agreement, and we never file patents on anything submitted to us. We make money from reports, not your IP. Read the full agreement.

Have more questions? Read our Complete Patent Search Guide or email support@priorartcheck.com.

Don't Spend $10K to Hear
"Someone Already Patented That."

Nearly 90% of patent applications get rejected — prior art is the #1 reason. Find out where your invention stands for $1999 $99, with your report in 1 business day, before you write a check you can't get back.

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