You often need a helping hand who can solve problems, analyze data, write complex and lengthy codes for you, handle customer support, or provide content for your marketing campaigns.
In such cases, AI steps in as a smart assistant to automate all these tasks and free up your time for more important activities.
So, in this article, we’ll explore the 13 best AI chatbots and their pros, cons, and pricing.
1. ChatGPT
Designed for content creators, students, or developers, ChatGPT is an advanced conversational bot that quickly answers your questions, writes codes, and generates creative content like emails, essays, literature reviews, articles, ad copies, images, and more.
It has 5 different models:
- OpenAI GPT-4
- GPT-4o-mini
- GPT-4o
- o1-preview
- o1-mini
It’s quite simple to use ChatGPT. Go to its website, sign into your account, start chatting with the bot, and that’s it. The chatbot saves a history of your conversations and even keeps them in memories so it can provide you with better responses based on your past interactions.
One of the best things about ChatGPT is that it is available for use on various websites and apps and is also integrated within some larger systems like Zendesk, ChatSpot, Quizlet, Duolingo, HubSpot, and others.
ChatGPT has a Share option so you can share the conversations with others, and they can start from where you’ve left off.
Pros
- Translates your provided text to over 80 languages.
- Includes custom versions of GPT that bring more functionalities to the chatbot.
- Easy to use interface.
- Supports a file upload option to let you import your doc and get answers, analyze data, and more.
Cons
- Sometimes, chatbots make factual errors when providing you with data.
Pricing
- Free with limited access to ChatGPT-4o and custom GPTs.
- Plus: $20 per month.
- Team: $25 per person/month
2. Gemini
Gemini is a large language model by Google that instantly generates text, translates your content into different languages, and answers your questions in an informative way.
To use this chatbot, go to the Gemini web page, type in your question in the prompt box, select from preset options, or use the Microphone option to record the query and click the Send button to get a response in a fluent, natural human tone.
Then, simply copy the text, regenerate it to get more accurate results, or click Google It to check if the provided facts are up-to-date.
Not only that, but you can also upload your JPEG or PNG files to Gemini and ask questions or generate textual content for it, like Ad copy, social media post caption, or a response.
Pros
- Clean UI that makes it easy to start conversations.
- Share the chat via a link, export it to Docs, or draft it in Gmail.
- Supports an AI assistant that reads out loud the responses.
- Integrated with Google Docs, Gmail, and more apps.
- Up to 2TB of cloud storage space.
Cons
- Does not support PDF, PPT, DOCX, or other document formats.
Pricing
- Free: With access to the chatbot only.
- Gemini Advanced: $19.99 per month with custom GEMs, Google One premium benefits, 2TB of space, and priority access to new features.
3. Meta AI
Meta has recently introduced its own AI chatbot that handles complex text prompts to give you advice, create images, answer your questions, and solve problems.
The chatbot is integrated into Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, where you can simply open its chat, type in your query, and hit Enter to get answers. It also offers preset prompts to let you get started and express yourself.
The History section on the Meta AI web page saves all your chats so you can access them at any time. While on the social apps, the conversations are saved in the Meta AI chatbox. It also lets you copy and even forward a conversation to other people.
Pros
- Keep personal messages with the chatbot private throughout the interaction.
- Generates unique images and even stickers to share with others during chats.
- Often provides sources with the responses to authenticate the information.
- Easy and simple to use.
- Automates customer interactions on WhatsApp with quick replies.
Cons
- Meta AI currently only supports English, Hindi, German, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.
- Does not have any file upload option.
Pricing
- Completely free to use.
4. Microsoft Copilot
Powered by the latest OpenAI models (GPT-4o) and DALL-E 3, Microsoft Copilot is your everyday chat companion that helps you research almost anything and gives you fast and accurate responses with source links that prove the authenticity of the content.
Simply open Microsoft Edge, search your query, and click Copilot to start a conversation. You can also directly open its web page on any browser, like Chrome, sign in to your Microsoft account, and use the chat assistant.
The Copilot has a list of additional plugins to make your online life much easier:
- Instacart – recipes, meal plans, and more.
- Kayak – search rental cars, flights, and stays.
- OpenTable – restaurant recommendations.
- Klarna – search and compare product prices from online stores.
- Suno – create a song.
Microsoft Copilot has a Share option so you can forward your conversations to others. It allows you to export responses as plain text, Word, and PDF files.
Pros
- Includes a notebook section to help you write and edit text prompts.
- Supports microphone for voice commands and image upload options.
- Saves a history of chats for later use.
- Generates creative images.
Cons
- It occasionally provides incorrect responses with inaccurate sources.
Pricing
- Free: No access to GPT-4 Turbo during high-demand periods.
- Microsoft Copilot Pro: $20.00 with applicable taxes every month and includes the Copilot in specific Microsoft 365 apps.
5. Jasper AI Chatbot
If you want to create product descriptions, blog posts, marketing copies, or email drafts, Jasper AI Chatbot is an advanced conversational model that uses natural language processing and generative AI to automate all these tasks for you.
All you need to do is go to Jasper Chat, click Start a Free Trial, and sign up for an account. Now, choose Chat to interact with the chatbot or select any of these templates:
- Blog post
- Listicles
- Documents
- Paragraph Generator
- PAS Framework
- AIDA Framework and more
Next, type in your query, set the tone of voice, press Enter, and Jasper Chat will provide you with the content you need. It holds a conversation, remembers previous queries, and builds upon them.
Pros
- Natively supports Grammarly to check the grammatical mistakes in the provided responses.
- Clean and simple interface.
- Includes a plagiarism detector.
- Generates images and artwork.
- Supports document sharing.
Cons
- You’ve to pay by word regardless of the content quality.
Pricing
- Free Trial – 7 days.
- Creator: $49 per month (only one user) and includes 1 brand voice, access to SEO mode, and browser extension.
- Pro: $69 per month with 3 brand voices, 6 users, 10 Knowledge assets, 3 Instant Campaigns, and AI image generation & editing tools.
- Business: Custom pricing.
6. Snapchat My AI
My AI (built-in chatbot in Snapchat) is like your virtual companion that answers your questions, suggests recommendations for hotels, shopping, universities, etc., and even offers fun conversation topics.
To get started, install & open Snapchat on your Android/iOS device and sign up for an account. Scroll right or tap the Chat bubble (bottom of the screen) and select My AI from the inbox.
Now, type in your prompt in the given box, record your audio, or click the Camera icon to upload an image and ask a query.
You can generate AI reply ideas, create a bio for My AI, and produce captions for your Snapchat stories.
Pros
- Deletes the conversations after 24 hours unless you save it in the chat.
- Gives you the option to clear your AI data.
- Engage in human-like conversations, unlike other chatbots.
- Powered by OpenAI models (ChatGPT-4o mini and ChatGPT 4o).
Cons
- Responses are sometimes biased and misleading.
Pricing
- Free – Access to My AI chat and mentions in conversations.
- Snapchat+ – $3.99 per month with AI creative tools, access to GPT-4o, and custom bitmoji pets.
7. Anthropic Claude AI
Clause AI (by Anthropic) is another AI chatbot that is trained on millions of text data to have a human-like conversation with you. It is best at:
- Editing different texts
- Providing correct and relevant answers to your questions
- Writing codes
- Summarizing lengthy content and more.
First, go to the Claude AI website and sign up for a free account. Next, either select a template or input your own text and hit Enter to get a response in no time.
You can import up to 5 images or documents and ask Claude AI to go through the data and answer your questions.
What sets Claude AI apart from other chatbots is that it can handle over 75,000 words at a time.
Pros
- Supports JPG, PNG, DOCX, PPTX, and XLX file formats with 10MB size.
- Keep a record of your conversations so you can go back and start from where you’ve left.
- Stars important conversations you often use.
- Does not collect or store your sensitive data.
Cons
- Claude AI has no plugins and allows limited usage to even paid users.
Pricing
- Free – limited responses.
- Pro – $20 per month and has 5x more usage, access to the fastest model (Claude 3 Haiku), and priority during peak hours.
- Team – $25 per month with everything in Pro and a higher usage limit.
8. Perplexity AI
Do you want an AI chatbot that gives you information on specific topics or helps with more complex questions? Perplexity AI is just the tool you need.
To get started, sign up on the official Perplexity.ai web page, type your question in the search bar, or select the presets and press Enter. The chatbot will come up with a detailed response covering almost every aspect.
Perplexity.ai even lists FAQs related to the topic so you can ask further follow-up queries. After that, it allows you to copy the responses to the clipboard, rewrite them, or share them with your team.
You can also save the chat to a collection or as a bookmark.
The best thing about Perplexity.ai is that it has a Discover section where you’ll find the latest content on different subjects, like:
- Tech & Science
- Finance
- Art & Culture
- Sports
- Entertainment
Pros
- Provides citations with every response.
- Available for Android and iOS devices.
- Supports text and PDF files (up to 3 per day in the free plan).
- Automatically saves all chats in the Library section.
- Sets a focus for sources from where you want to take content like web, social media, academic, and more.
Cons
- Often experiences performance issues like not responding correctly or thread crashes.
Pricing
- Standard – Free with access to 5 Pro chats per day.
- Professional – $20 per month and includes 300+ Pro searches per day, different AI models, and unlimited file uploads.
9. GitHub Copilot Chat
Powered by the OpenAI Codex model, GitHub Copilot is an AI chatbot that suggests code snippets and completes entire functions as you type in your code editor.
To get the most out of this chatbot, open Visual Studio, click Extensions > Manage Extensions, and search & install the GitHub Copilot and GitHub Copilot Chat. Now, when you start writing code, the Copilot will give you new code suggestions. Click the Tab key to accept them.
If you want to chat with the Copilot, click ALT+/ on your keyboard and ask your query in the window that appears on the screen. You can also use the / command in the window to get an explanation, fix a code, or analyze and improve the running time.
GitHub Copilot supports reference to another file using the # command.
Pros
- Integrates with integrated development environment (IDE).
- Includes security vulnerability filter to avoid security risks.
- Reduces common mistakes and bugs in coding.
- Compatible with Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, C#, C++, Ruby, and other programming languages.
Cons
- Sometimes, it suggests incorrect codes.
- Many users are concerned that the Copilot may suggest copyrighted or not appropriately licensed codes.
Pricing
- Free: Available for verified students and open-source contributors.
- Copilot Individual: $10 per month and includes unlimited use.
- Business: $19 per user/month and adds advanced security features.Copilot Enterprise: $39 per user/month.
10. You.com
You.com is a unique chatbot that gives you a completely new experience as it uses different AI models to help you find information, generate content, and even carry out complex tasks, all in one place. These include:
- ChatGPT 4, 4o mini, 3.5, 4o, and Turbo
- Claude 2, 3 Opus, Sonnet, 3.5 Sonnet, and Haiko
- Gemini 1.5 Flash, 1.5 Pro, and 1.0 Pro
- LIama 3.1 405B, 3.1 70B, and 3
- Mistral Large 2
- DBRX-Instruct
- Command R and R+
- Solar 1 Mini
- Dolphin 2.5
The chatbot is well-known for its simple and easy-to-use interface. Just sign up for a free account on You.com, type in your request, and click the Send option or press Enter. The chatbot will respond with relevant and correct information based on your input.
Pros
- Available as a mobile app.
- 5 premium queries per day in the free plan.
- Supports file, text, code, and data upload with up to 25 MB per query.
- Includes a microphone option to record the request.
Cons
- Limited support for non-English languages.
Pricing
- Free with access to a few AI models.
- Pro – $20 per month with access to all models, file upload, up to 64k context window, and Research and Custom Agents.
- Team – $30 per person/month and has unlimited file uploads (50MB size) and nearly 200k context window.
11. Codeium
Another AI chatbot is Codeium, which predicts the code you want to type and automatically completes it directly in your coding environment.
To begin with, install Codeium under the extensions or plugins section on your IDE and start writing code. To chat with the Copilot, go to the Chat section and ask the chatbot to generate a boilerplate, refactor code, or add documentation. It can also explain codes and suggest bug fixes.
The Search feature in Codeium allows you to navigate through your repository using natural language questions.
The chatbot supports over 70 programming languages, such as:
- Java
- Javascript
- Ruby
- C
- C++
- Python
- PHP
Pros
- Works well with VSCode, Visual Studio, Vim, Sublime Text, and other IDEs.
- User-friendly interface.
- Includes a huge library of articles, tutorials, and code snippets for programmers.
- Community collaboration on forums, discussions, and projects.
Cons
- Some features may need a slight learning curve for those new to coding.
Pricing
- Individual – $0 per month forever with unlimited rapid AI autocomplete suggestions, unlimited in-editor AI chats, and no training on non-permissive data.
- Pro – $10 per month and includes access to larger Codeium models, GPT-4o, and Claude Sonnet.
- Teams (50 seats) – $24 per month/seat and more advanced features.
- Enterprise – custom pricing with unlimited seats.
12. Socratic by Google
With Socratic, you can understand difficult topics through step-by-step explanations and resources on various subjects like:
- Science
- Maths
- Literature
- Social Studies and more.
To start, install the Socratic by Google app, sign in to your account, type your question, take a picture of the problem, or use voice commands to input your request. The chatbot will use machine learning to recognize the query, provide accurate answers from different sources, and explain them in easy steps.
You can also simply scroll up the screen and choose a subject to start reading different concepts.
Pros
- Supports camera and voice to connect to.
- Easy to use for students of all levels, even high schoolers and university.
- Available as an iOS and Android app.
- Includes fun graphics in the explainer to help you grasp the concept.
- Supports scanning worksheets.
Cons
- Socratic does not have any desktop or web version.
Pricing
- Completely free to use with access to all features.
13. HuggingChat
HuggingChat lets you engage in meaningful, context-aware conversations with the AI chatbot that can assist in various tasks like answering questions or helping with creative writing.
Simply visit the HuggingChat website, type your query, and press Enter or click Send. The chatbot will process your request and generate meaningful and relevant responses.
HuggingChat supports over 130 community tools to automate different tasks. These tools include:
- Image Generation
- Image Editor
- Document Parsor
- Calculator
- Fetch URL
- Web Search
- Flux Dev Fast
- Dice Roll
- DALL-E 2 Image Generator
- Joy-Caption and others.
The chatbot also has AI Assistants like Story Creator, Professor GPT, Lumin Waves, and Prompt Analyzer.
Pros
- Allow 5 guest messages with no sign-in required.
- Available as an iOS app.
- Supports Meta LIama, Phi 3.5 Mini, Qwen2.5, Hermes 3, Mistral Nemo, and Command R+ AI models.
- Supports more than 200 languages.
- Automatically saves each conversation.
- Includes a web search feature for some AI models.
- Hides emoticons in conversation topics.
Cons
- Does not support file upload or voice recognition features.
Pricing
- Completely free to download and use.
FAQs
HuggingChat is a free chatbot that allows you to interact and get answers to your requests or generate emails, ad copies, code snippets, and more such content quickly. It also supports various tools and assistants by the community that help you generate images, summarize text, create novels and stories, and more.
If you need help with academic tasks, Socratic by Google is the best free AI chatbot for you. For coding, the individual plan in Codeium offers a quick solution without spending a penny.
ChatGPT is the most intelligent AI chatbot that assists you in any task, like writing code, generating long-form content, analyzing data, solving academic problems, and even translating text from one language to another. It supports DALL-E 3 to generate creative images and artwork based on your input.
Not only that, but ChatGPT also has a custom version of GPTs that simplifies most of your repetitive tasks. Moreover, it keeps a memory of your conversations and provides more accurate responses over time.
Microsoft Copilot is one of the best models that combines search engine capability with natural language processing to give you more accurate and updated responses. Besides that, since Meta AI is integrated into Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, you may find it better for personal use because you can quickly access it through these services.