Editor's Comparative Analysis
When choosing between Science and PLoS ONE, researchers should consider the trade-off between prestige (Science leads with an IF of 15.70) and publication speed.
Science is published in US, while PLoS ONE is headquartered in US. Both titles are verified via the JournalsHub Live Indexing Tracker for 2026.
| Academic Metric | Science | PLoS ONE |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Publisher | American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) | Public Library of Science |
| Country of Origin | US | US |
| Established | 1880 | 2006 |
| Editor-in-Chief | See Website | See Website |
| Scientific Influence | ||
| Current Impact Factor |
15.70
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2.22
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| Indexing Status |
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| Review Speed (Decision) | Unknown | Unknown |
| Acceptance Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Access & Publication Fees | ||
| Open Access Type | Hybrid | Full OA |
| APC Fee (Estimated) | $10,500.00 | $1,805.00 |
Historical Impact Factor Comparison
About Science
Science is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences. Published by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified by ISSN 0036-8075. With a …
View Full ProfileAbout PLoS ONE
PLoS ONE is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Medicine. Published by Public Library of Science in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is fully Open Access publication identified by ISSN 1932-6203. With a current impact factor …
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