Overview
Gemini is the name of both Google's family of multimodal AI models and its consumer assistant app. It is developed by Google DeepMind and is available on the web, on Android and iOS, and through the Gemini API and Vertex AI.
Its main advantage is integration with the Google ecosystem: it can work with content in Gmail, Docs, Drive and other Workspace apps. It is often chosen by people and organisations already invested in Google services.
Key features
- Multimodal inputAccepts text, images, audio, video and documents as input.
- Workspace integrationWorks with Gmail, Docs, Sheets and Drive content.
- Deep ResearchRuns multi-step web research and compiles a cited report.
- GemsCustom versions of Gemini with saved instructions for recurring tasks.
- Developer accessModels available through Google AI Studio, the Gemini API and Vertex AI.
Best for
- People and teams already working in Google Workspace
- Android users who want an assistant built into the phone
- Developers building multimodal apps on Google Cloud
Pricing
Freemium. Free assistant tier; paid Google AI subscriptions add more capable models and higher limits, and Workspace plans include Gemini features.
| Plan | What you get |
|---|---|
| Free | Gemini app with standard models and limits. |
| Google AI Pro | More capable models, higher limits and extra storage. |
| Google AI Ultra | Highest limits and early access to advanced features. |
| Workspace | Gemini features included in Google Workspace business plans. |
Prices and plan limits change often. Check the official website for current pricing. Last reviewed Oct 3, 2026.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Tight integration with Gmail, Docs, Drive and Android
- Strong multimodal capabilities across images, audio and video
- Generous free access and developer tooling through AI Studio
Cons
- Plan and product naming has changed often, which can be confusing
- Most useful for those already in the Google ecosystem
- Answers still require verification for accuracy
Google Gemini alternatives
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ChatGPT
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Claude
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Perplexity
AI answer engine that searches the web and responds with cited sources.
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Try Google Gemini
Free assistant tier; paid Google AI subscriptions add more capable models and higher limits, and Workspace plans include Gemini features.