Artificial intelligence (AI) has seen a remarkable transformation in the past 18 months, with generative AI chatbots at the forefront of this evolution.
Due to the rapid advancements in generative AI, followed by every major tech company developing its own chatbot, users are now presented with numerous powerful tools capable of performing a wide range of tasks – from casual chats to coding.
And with multiple options available – Microsoft’s Copilot, OpenAI’s ChatGPT, and Google’s Gemini – users might find it challenging to select the perfect AI tool for their specific needs. This guide will break down the key differences between these leading chatbots to help you identify the optimal solution for your requirements.
Use ChatGPT if you are looking for…
1) A popular and continually updated tool: Since its release in November 2022, ChatGPT has been able to retain and further entertain its users by providing frequent updates. This tool has successfully held its position as the largest and most used AI chatbot since its release, establishing it as a highly desired generative AI tool among both common and advanced users.
Despite some criticisms, such as occasional misinformation and difficulty with complex nuances, the tool has shown significant improvements, particularly with the GPT-4o model, which provides more accurate results compared to earlier versions.
2) The most advanced AI chatbot for free: ChatGPT, powered by GPT-3.5 and the latest GPT-4o, offers sophisticated features without cost to users with a registered account. The GPT-4o model, available to both free and paid users, integrates text, image, and sound processing into a single platform, making it versatile and efficient. As a result, it is not an exaggeration to call ChatGPT the best overall AI chatbot in the market, which is also free to use.
Also, for more enthusiastic users, ChatGPT Plus allows access to enhanced features, including a higher prompt limit and early access to new updates for $20 a month. The Plus version also removes the restriction of two AI image generations per day, which is imposed on the free version.
3) A good programming chatbot: ChatGPT Plus – with GPT-4 and GPT-4o – is hands down one of the best AI chatbots for programmers. This is supported by tests conducted by ZDNET, which compared ChatGPT bots to other commercially available chatbots.
In 4 overall coding tests that were conducted, GPT-4 and GPT-4o aced all 4 of them, while Microsoft’s copilot failed all the tests.
Use Copilot if you are looking for…
1) Visually pleasing and interactive features: Copilot uses Microsoft’s Bing search engine, and integrates useful web links as citation to many responses. This feature reassures users that the facts provided by the chatbot is not false – due to hallucination or other cause. Copilot’s friendly and conversational tone further enhances the experience by making it interactive and enjoyable.
The AI engine provides user with three chat settings that can be tweaked to personalize the text output: More Creative, More Balanced, and More Precise. It’s use of emojis also adds to the friendly, human-like conversation that most users strive for in AI chatbots.
2) Endless image generation: Copilot distinguishes itself from ChatGPT – free version – with the ability to generate almost unlimited images based on user descriptions, for absolutely free. It uses DALLE 3 to generate high quality images, with prompt provided by the user.
Copilot uses something called ‘boosts’, which upon depletion, slows down the image generation process, but does not restrict the limit of image generation. The free users get 15 boosts per day while the pro users get 100 boosts.
Use Gemini if you are looking for…
1) A comprehensive Google experience: Gemini integrates seamlessly with Google’s ecosystem, offering features such as image generation, photo uploads via Google Lens and access to various Google services like Google Workspace and Google Maps. This integration can provide a more personalized and efficient user experience, especially if you rely on Google’s suite of applications.
2) Fast interactions: Gemini, previously known as Bard, has significantly improved its performance by offering rapid responses and the ability to engage in extended conversations. This makes it a good choice if you need continuous dialogue without response limitations. Gemini’s use of Google’s latest AI model ensures that answers are increasingly accurate, though occasional errors may still occur.
Despite being a step behind ChatGPT Plus in speed, Gemini easily outpaces Copilot and the free GPT-3.5 with minimal effort in response rate.
What Should You Use?
Choosing the right chatbot depends on your specific needs and preferences. If you’re looking for a versatile, multimodal experience with robust features for free, ChatGPT is a strong choice, particularly with its free access to the GPT-4o model.
For those who prioritize access to current information and a more visual and dynamic interface, Microsoft Copilot offers a solid alternative, especially with its integration of internet browsing and image generation capabilities.
If speed and integration with a wide array of Google services are your primary concerns, Google’s Gemini provides a seamless, almost unlimited user experience.
Each chatbot excels in different areas – whether it’s generating text, accessing updated data, or offering a comprehensive suite of functionalities. Ultimately, the best choice will align with your unique requirements, whether it’s professional use, casual interaction, or a blend of both.
NK's degrees may be in English, Economics, and Law, but that’s enough to keep him thinking about the complexities of AI regulations, ethics, and how they’ll shape the future economy.
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