Google Gemini vs Microsoft Copilot
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Quick verdict
Google Gemini edges it overall, winning 4 of 4 rating categories. Microsoft Copilot is cheaper to start ($9.99 vs $20).
Choose Google Gemini if…
You’re people who live in Gmail, Docs and Android. Google’s assistant, built into Gmail, Docs, Android and Chrome. AI Pro bundles 2 TB of Google storage, which makes it great value if you already pay for storage.
Visit Google GeminiChoose Microsoft Copilot if…
You’re microsoft 365 users who want AI inside Word, Excel and Outlook. Microsoft’s assistant, built into Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel and Outlook. Best value if you already pay for Microsoft 365.
Visit Microsoft CopilotSide by side
| Google Gemini | Microsoft Copilot | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.6/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value | 4.6/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Features | 4.6/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Ease of use | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Output quality | 4.5/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Category | AI assistant | AI assistant |
| Free plan | Yes: Gemini app with usage limits | Yes: Copilot app and web |
| Cheapest paid plan (monthly) | $20/mo | $9.99/mo |
| Same plan billed yearly | - | - |
| Top plan | Google AI Ultra: $100/mo | Copilot Business: $25.20/mo |
| Seats | Individual; Workspace plans for business | Personal/Family; Business per user |
| Trial / refund | Free trial often offered on AI Pro | Microsoft 365 trials often available |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, built into Google apps | Web, Windows, iOS, Android, inside Office apps |
| Best for | People who live in Gmail, Docs and Android | Microsoft 365 users who want AI inside Word, Excel and Outlook |
Google Gemini: pros & cons
- Deep integration with Google apps
- AI Pro includes 2 TB of storage
- Strong multimodal and image/video features
- Generous free tier
- Workspace integration varies by plan
- Plan names and bundles change often
Microsoft Copilot: pros & cons
- Works inside Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Bundled with Microsoft 365 plans
- Business plan inherits Microsoft 365 security
- Plan line-up is confusing
- Less capable as a standalone chatbot than the leaders
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