Claude vs Google Gemini
Compare the differences, pricing, share and features of Claude (Anthropic) and Google Gemini (Google) with data. We explain which one to pick by use case.
Feature differences (Claude vs Google Gemini)
| Feature | Claude | Google Gemini |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese support | ○ | ○ |
| Image input | ○ | ○ |
| Image generation | × | ○ |
| Voice chat | ○ | ○ |
| File reading | ○ | ○ |
| Web search | ○ | ○ |
| Code generation | ○ | ○ |
| API | ○ | ○ |
| Mobile app | ○ | ○ |
Pricing differences
| Free | $0 |
| Google AI Plus | $4.99 |
| Google AI Pro | $19.99 |
| Google AI Ultra | $99.99 |
| Google AI Ultra (20x) | $199.99 |
Source: Official pricing of each tool (reference values) ／ Captured: 2026-10-17 ／ Check the official site for the latest
Free plans compared: Claude vs Google Gemini
When both can be tried for free, the differences in what the free plans include and their limits decide it. Listed as far as official pages state (— = not stated).
| Item | Claude | Google Gemini |
|---|---|---|
| Models | Claude Sonnet / Haiku | Gemini Flash-Lite |
| Usage limit | The lowest allowance (no number published) | Resets every 5 hours, with a weekly cap |
| Web search | ○ | ○ |
| Image generation | × | ○ |
| File & image upload | ○ | ○ |
| Voice chat | ○ | ○ |
| Deep Research | × | △ (limited) |
| Training on your inputs | You choose at sign-up and can change it later | Can be turned off in settings (default not stated officially) |
Source: Each vendor's official pricing and help pages ／ Captured: 2026-10-17
Verdict by purpose: which should you pick?
| Purpose | Recommended | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Writing | Both support it | Same feature support. For reference, Google Gemini has the larger global share (1.5% / 18.5%); share measures popularity, not performance. |
| Search & research | Both support it | Same feature support. For reference, Google Gemini has the larger global share (1.5% / 18.5%); share measures popularity, not performance. |
| Coding | Both support it | Same feature support. For reference, Google Gemini has the larger global share (1.5% / 18.5%); share measures popularity, not performance. |
| Image generation | Google Gemini | Image generation: Claude × / Google Gemini ○ |
| Using it for free | Google Gemini | Free-plan differences: Image generation: Claude × / Google Gemini ○ · Deep Research: Claude × / Google Gemini △ |
| Keeping costs down | Google Gemini | Cheapest paid plan: Claude $20 / Google Gemini $4.99 |
Verdicts are based on each AI's feature support (reference values compiled by our editors from official information) and published prices. We have not compared output quality itself.
Frequently asked questions
Claude vs Google Gemini: which should you pick?
What are the pricing differences between Claude and Google Gemini?
Which has the higher share, Claude or Google Gemini?
Other comparisons
⚠ These rankings are reference values based on public market-share data, web-traffic estimates and editorial research, and do not represent a complete count of every user of each AI tool. Rankings change with the measurement method (web-visit share vs. market share, etc.). Always check each official site for the latest information.