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Grok alternatives

Grok compared with 6 alternatives: ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, Meta AI and 1 more.

Grok has a free plan. Paid plans start at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
GrokThis toolFree plan · from $10.00YesWeb, iOS, Android
ChatGPTFree plan · from $8/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
GeminiFree plan · from $4.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
ClaudeFree plan · from $17/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
PerplexityFree plan · from $17/moYesWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Meta AIFree plan · from $7.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Microsoft CopilotFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android

How each one differs from Grok

  1. ChatGPT

    OpenAI's general-purpose AI assistant for chat, images and voice

    • ChatGPT starts at $8 per month (Go). Grok starts at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown).
    • Only ChatGPT lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Grok also covers research.

    Suits: General-purpose help with writing, questions and brainstorming

    ChatGPT vs GrokChatGPT pricing and details

  2. Gemini

    Google's AI assistant, tied into Gmail, Docs and other Google apps

    • Gemini starts at $4.99 per month (Google AI Plus). Grok starts at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown).
    • Only Gemini lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Grok also covers research.

    Suits: People who already use Gmail, Docs, Drive and Google Calendar

    Gemini vs GrokGemini pricing and details

  3. Claude

    Anthropic's AI assistant for writing, analysis and coding

    • Claude starts at $17 per month with an annual subscription ($200 billed up front). Grok starts at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown).
    • Only Claude lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Claude lists a browser extension.
    • Grok also covers research.

    Suits: Writing, analysis and coding help in one assistant

    Claude vs GrokClaude pricing and details

  4. Perplexity

    AI search assistant that answers questions with cited sources

    • Perplexity starts at $17 per month when billed annually ($20 a month on the US App Store). Grok starts at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown).
    • Only Perplexity lists a browser extension.
    • Grok also covers research.

    Suits: Research questions where you want the sources behind each answer

    Perplexity vs GrokPerplexity pricing and details

  5. Meta AI

    Meta's free AI assistant across its apps, the web and AI glasses

    • Meta AI starts at $7.99 per month (Meta One Core). Grok starts at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown).

    Suits: People who already use WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger or Facebook

    Meta AI vs GrokMeta AI pricing and details

  6. Microsoft Copilot

    Microsoft's AI assistant for chat, images and Microsoft 365 apps

    • Microsoft Copilot starts at $9.99 per month, or $99.99 per year (Microsoft 365 Personal). Grok starts at $10.00 (SuperGrok Lite, US App Store; billing period not shown).
    • Only Microsoft Copilot lists Windows and macOS apps.
    • Microsoft Copilot also covers AI agents.

    Suits: People who already work in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

    Microsoft Copilot vs GrokMicrosoft Copilot pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Grok

  • Prices are from the US App Store listing, which does not state billing periods; the grok.com plans page showed no prices when read.
  • On a paid plan, paid features pause when the weekly allowance runs out, unless you buy Extra Usage Credits, sold from $5 on the web.
  • Companions are available in the iOS app only, with no plans to bring them to the web or Android, according to the Grok FAQ.
  • The docs list the web, iOS and Android; no Windows or Mac app is mentioned.
Grok pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Grok?

The alternatives to Grok in this directory are ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, Meta AI and Microsoft Copilot. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Grok.

Is there a free alternative to Grok?

Yes. ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, Meta AI and Microsoft Copilot have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Grok alternatives work on Windows?

The Grok listing does not include a Windows app. ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Microsoft Copilot list one.

Which Grok alternatives work on macOS?

The Grok listing does not include a macOS app. ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Microsoft Copilot list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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