In 2018, a question on the legitimacy / credibility of InTech Open was asked by Stephen Jia Wang of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The responses from researchers were quite split with the two most popular answers being "...do not waste your time..." (143 Recommendations) and "...there are many advantages" (118 Recommendations). After almost six years, had there been changes? And if you had submitted to the said publisher, what did it cost you and how was the experience? I have been receiving numerous emails from their publishing process manager and I have become curious.
Publishing with InTechOpen can be advantageous, especially for researchers seeking open-access platforms with global visibility. It offers quick publication timelines, wide accessibility, and a collaborative peer-review process. However, there are considerations to weigh, such as relatively high publication fees and concerns raised by some in the academic community about its rigorousness compared to traditional journals. While it provides opportunities for disseminating research widely, especially in emerging fields, researchers should carefully assess the fit for their work by reviewing past publications in their field and ensuring the platform aligns with their academic goals and the expectations of their institution.
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