Comparison
Gemini vs Microsoft Copilot
Overview
Gemini is Google's AI assistant for research, writing, coding, and creative work, with consumer access through the Gemini app and premium features bundled through Google AI plans.
Microsoft Copilot is an AI assistant by Microsoft for search, writing, image generation, and productivity, integrated into Windows, Edge, and Microsoft 365.
Which should you choose?
Both are freemium assistants tied to a major productivity suite, around $20/month for the main paid tier. Gemini integrates with Google Workspace and adds Deep Research and NotebookLM; Microsoft Copilot integrates with Microsoft 365, Windows, and Edge. Choose based on which productivity ecosystem your team already runs on — Gemini for Google, Copilot for Microsoft.
TLDR
- —If your team runs on Google Workspace, choose Gemini for the tighter integration.
- —If your team runs on Microsoft 365 and Windows, choose Microsoft Copilot.
Features
- —Conversational AI
- —Deep Research
- —Image generation
- —Gemini Live
- —Google app integration
- —NotebookLM benefits
- —Coding assistance
- —Web grounding
- —Conversational AI
- —Web grounding
- —Image generation
- —Microsoft 365 integration
- —Copilot in Windows
- —Copilot in Edge
- —Copilot in Teams
- —Notebook feature
Pricing
Gemini
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Basic Gemini app access with lower limits. |
| Google AI Pro | $19.99/mo | Includes higher Gemini limits plus Google AI and storage benefits. |
| Google Workspace add-ons | Contact sales | Business Gemini access is sold separately through Google Workspace. |
Microsoft Copilot
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Consumer Copilot access with standard limits. |
| Copilot Pro | $20/mo | Paid personal tier. |
| Microsoft 365 Copilot | $30/mo | Per user per month for business productivity workflows. |
Company Fit
Gemini
Microsoft Copilot
Alternatives
Gemini alternatives
Microsoft Copilot alternatives