Grok
xAI's AI assistant with access to real-time posts from X, image generation and conversational question answering.
Overview
Grok is an AI assistant developed by xAI and available through the X platform and as a standalone app. It has access to real-time content from X, including trending posts and conversations, which makes it useful for questions about current events and social media topics. Grok can generate images, write code, answer questions and assist with research. Higher-tier plans provide access to more capable models, higher message limits and additional features. A free tier with limited messages is available.
Key features
- Real-time access to X posts and trending topics
- Image generation
- Voice conversation mode
- Code generation and explanation
- Multiple model tiers
Pricing
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Monthly
- From $30/month
- Yearly
- Not on record
- Free plan
- Yes
- Free trial
- Not on record
- Last verified
- Checked October 4, 2026
Pros
- Real-time access to content and trends from X
- Free tier available for basic use
- Image generation included without a separate tool
Cons
- Most closely tied to the X platform ecosystem
- Paid model tiers and pricing are subject to change
Who should use it
- Questions about current events or trends on X
- Users already active on the X platform
- General conversation and brainstorming
Beginner, Intermediate · Individuals
Who shouldn't
- Document analysis and long-context tasks
- Users who are not on the X platform
Facts
- Category
- AI assistants
- Platforms
- Web, iOS, Android
- Integrations
- X (Twitter)
- API
- Available
- Skill level
- Beginner, Intermediate
- Team size
- Individuals
- 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 - Google GeminiAI assistants
Google's multimodal AI assistant with live web search and deep integration with Gmail, Docs and Drive.
From $9.99/month - 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 Grok cost?
From $30/month. Checked October 4, 2026.
Does Grok have a free plan?
Yes. Grok has a free plan.
Who is Grok best for?
Questions about current events or trends on X; Users already active on the X platform; General conversation and brainstorming.
Which platforms does Grok run on?
Web, iOS, Android.
Does Grok have an API?
Yes, Grok offers an API.
What are the alternatives to Grok?
Tools often weighed against Grok include ChatGPT, Claude, Google Gemini, Meta AI.