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Qwen Studio alternatives
Qwen Studio compared with 6 alternatives: DeepSeek, Kimi, Z.ai, ChatGPT, Gemini and 1 more.
Qwen Studio's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qwen StudioThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| DeepSeek | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Kimi | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Z.ai | Free plan · from $12.60/mo | Yes | Web |
| ChatGPT | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Gemini | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Dola | Free plan · from £7.49/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Qwen Studio
- Free
DeepSeek
Free AI chat assistant built on DeepSeek's openly released models
- Only DeepSeek lists macOS and Windows apps.
- DeepSeek is open source, according to its own site.
- DeepSeek also covers AI agents.
Suits: Free chat with no subscription tier to outgrow
- Free plan · from $15/mo
Kimi
AI assistant and agent for research, slides, documents and code
- Only Kimi lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Only Kimi lists a browser extension.
- Kimi also covers AI agents, app builder, research and presentations.
- Qwen Studio also covers AI search.
Suits: Turning research into slide decks, reports and spreadsheets
- Free plan · from $12.60/mo
Z.ai
Chat assistant and agent built on Z.ai's GLM models
- Only Qwen Studio lists iOS and Android apps.
- Z.ai also covers AI agents, app builder and presentations.
Suits: People who want a free assistant built on the GLM models
- Free plan · from $8/mo
ChatGPT
OpenAI's general-purpose AI assistant for chat, images and voice
- Only ChatGPT lists macOS and Windows apps.
Suits: General-purpose help with writing, questions and brainstorming
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Gemini
Google's AI assistant, tied into Gmail, Docs and other Google apps
- Only Gemini lists macOS and Windows apps.
Suits: People who already use Gmail, Docs, Drive and Google Calendar
- Free plan · from £7.49/mo
Dola
ByteDance's international AI assistant, formerly called Cici
Suits: Everyday writing, summaries and questions on a phone
Limits worth knowing in Qwen Studio
- Prices for the Go, Plus and Pro tiers could not be confirmed: the pricing view on chat.qwen.ai did not load when read, and the store listings show no in-app purchases.
- The iOS app was not found on the US App Store when checked, though it is listed in other storefronts such as Canada and the UK.
- No Windows or Mac app is listed; the store listings cover iPhone, iPad and Android.
- The app stores list the app as Qwen Studio, while the website's page title still reads Qwen.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Qwen Studio?
The alternatives to Qwen Studio in this directory are DeepSeek, Kimi, Z.ai, ChatGPT, Gemini and Dola. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Qwen Studio.
Is there a free alternative to Qwen Studio?
Yes. DeepSeek is free to use. Kimi, Z.ai, ChatGPT, Gemini and Dola have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Qwen Studio alternatives work on Windows?
The Qwen Studio listing does not include a Windows app. DeepSeek, Kimi, ChatGPT and Gemini list one.
Which Qwen Studio alternatives work on macOS?
The Qwen Studio listing does not include a macOS app. DeepSeek, Kimi, ChatGPT and Gemini list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Qwen Studio?
DeepSeek is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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