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ChatGPT vs Gemini

Two all-round assistants with free plans; Gemini's edge is how tightly it plugs into Google's apps.

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ChatGPT vs Gemini compared
FeatureChatGPTGemini
PricingFree + PaidFree plan · Plus $20/mo · Team & EnterpriseFree + PaidFree plan · Google AI Pro from $19.99/mo
Free to start Yes Yes
Best forAnyone who wants one assistant that handles most tasks.People and teams already living inside Google Workspace.
Made byOpenAIGoogle
Launched20222023
Top features
  • Multimodal text, image, voice, and file input
  • Web browsing and data analysis
  • Custom GPTs and Projects
  • Native multimodal input
  • Deep Workspace and Search integration
  • Huge context window on Pro tiers
Use cases
  • Drafting, editing, and summarising anything
  • Reasoning through analysis and planning
  • Writing and debugging code
  • Research with live Google Search grounding
  • Working inside Gmail, Docs, and Sheets
  • Understanding images, audio, and video

Pricing is what each tool's site lists; it changes often, so check before you buy.

Which should you pick?

Pick ChatGPT if…

Pick ChatGPT for a mature all-in-one assistant with strong voice mode, custom GPTs and image generation.

Pick Gemini if…

Pick Gemini if you live in Gmail, Docs and Android and want the assistant to work with your Google data.

The two tools

  • ChatGPT

    Free + PaidEditor's pick

    The general-purpose assistant that started the wave.

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  • Gemini

    Free + Paid

    Google's multimodal assistant, wired into Search and Workspace.

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ChatGPT vs Gemini: common questions

Is ChatGPT better than Gemini?

Neither is better for everyone. Two all-round assistants with free plans; Gemini's edge is how tightly it plugs into Google's apps. Pick ChatGPT for a mature all-in-one assistant with strong voice mode, custom GPTs and image generation. Pick Gemini if you live in Gmail, Docs and Android and want the assistant to work with your Google data.

Which is free, ChatGPT or Gemini?

Both can be started for free. ChatGPT: Free plan · Plus $20/mo · Team & Enterprise. Gemini: Free plan · Google AI Pro from $19.99/mo. Prices change often, so check the official site before you buy.

Who is ChatGPT best for, and who is Gemini best for?

ChatGPT: Anyone who wants one assistant that handles most tasks. Gemini: People and teams already living inside Google Workspace.

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