Google Gemini
Google's multimodal AI assistant with live web search and deep integration with Gmail, Docs and Drive.
Overview
Google Gemini is a multimodal AI assistant that handles text, images and code. It connects to Google Search by default, providing cited answers on current topics. Gemini is embedded in Google Workspace, where it can summarise Gmail threads, draft documents in Docs, query files in Drive and assist in Slides. The free tier uses standard models; the paid plan gives access to more capable models with a longer context window. Gemini is available as a web app and mobile app.
Key features
- Live web search with cited sources on by default
- Integration with Gmail, Docs, Drive, Sheets and Slides
- Image understanding and generation
- File and document uploads
- Extended context window on paid plans
- Voice and camera input on mobile
Pricing
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Monthly
- From $9.99/month
- Yearly
- Not on record
- Free plan
- Yes
- Free trial
- Not on record
- Last verified
- Checked October 4, 2026
Pros
- Web search is always active with source citations
- Deeply integrated with Google Workspace apps
- Free tier is capable with no strict daily message cap
- Available on mobile with voice and camera input
Cons
- Advanced features require a Google One subscription
- Less suited to users not in the Google ecosystem
Who should use it
- Users already in the Google Workspace ecosystem
- Getting cited, up-to-date answers from the web
- Drafting and summarising inside Gmail and Docs
- Multimodal tasks combining text and images
Beginner, Intermediate · Individuals, Small teams, Mid-size teams, Enterprise
Who shouldn't
- Users outside the Google ecosystem who prefer a standalone tool
- Complex multi-step agentic coding workflows
Facts
- Category
- AI assistants
- Platforms
- Web, iOS, Android
- Integrations
- Gmail, Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Sheets, YouTube
- API
- Available
- Skill level
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Team size
- Individuals, Small teams, Mid-size teams, Enterprise
- Data and privacy
- We have no verified details on data handling. Read the vendor's privacy policy before uploading sensitive material.
Alternatives
- ChatGPTAI assistants
OpenAI's AI assistant for questions, writing, coding and research, with a free tier and paid plans for more capable models.
From $8/month - ClaudeAI assistants
Anthropic's AI assistant with a long context window, nuanced reasoning and strong performance on writing and analysis.
From $20/month - Microsoft CopilotAI assistants
Microsoft's AI assistant built into Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365, with live web search and integration across Office apps.
From $9.99/monthNot yet verified - PerplexityAI assistants
An AI search assistant that answers questions with cited web sources and supports multi-step deep research reports.
Pricing information is currently unavailable.Not yet verified - Meta AIAI assistants
Meta's free AI assistant available inside Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger, and as a standalone web app.
FreeNot yet verified
Frequently asked questions
How much does Google Gemini cost?
From $9.99/month. Checked October 4, 2026.
Does Google Gemini have a free plan?
Yes. Google Gemini has a free plan.
Who is Google Gemini best for?
Users already in the Google Workspace ecosystem; Getting cited, up-to-date answers from the web; Drafting and summarising inside Gmail and Docs; Multimodal tasks combining text and images.
Which platforms does Google Gemini run on?
Web, iOS, Android.
Does Google Gemini have an API?
Yes, Google Gemini offers an API.
What are the alternatives to Google Gemini?
Tools often weighed against Google Gemini include ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity, Meta AI.