AI tool pricing comparison & ranking
Compare and rank the free plans, monthly prices and cheapest plans of major AIs in one view. A handy check before you subscribe (2026 latest, reference values).
A. Pricing at a glance
Every major AI can be tried for free. Paid entry plans start at around $8, while top tiers range from $100 to $300. Use the table below to check whether the free or cheapest plan is enough for your needs.
| AI tool | Free | Cheapest paid/mo | Top tier/mo | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT OpenAI | ○ Yes | $8 | $200 | Pricing details → |
| Google Gemini | ○ Yes | $7.99 | $99.99 | Pricing details → |
| Claude Anthropic | ○ Yes | $20 | $200 | Pricing details → |
| Perplexity Perplexity AI | ○ Yes | $20 | $200 | Pricing details → |
| Microsoft Copilot Microsoft | ○ Yes | $20 | $20 | Pricing details → |
| Grok xAI | ○ Yes | $10 | $300 | Pricing details → |
| DeepSeek DeepSeek | ○ Yes | — | — | Pricing details → |
Source: Public pricing from each AI tool's official site ／ Captured: 2026-06 ／ Reference values — check each official site for the latest
Frequently asked questions
Which AIs can be used for free?
ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, Copilot, Grok and DeepSeek all have a free plan (or a free web chat). We recommend trying them free first and upgrading to a paid plan as needed.
What is the cheapest paid AI?
By monthly price, entry plans under $10 have appeared, such as ChatGPT Go ($8) and Google AI Plus ($7.99) (reference values — check official sites for the latest).
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⚠ Reference values based on public data and editorial research; not a complete count of actual users.