ChatGPT vs Microsoft Copilot
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right AI tool
ChatGPT
AI assistant for conversation, writing, and codingMicrosoft Copilot
AI assistant integrated into Microsoft 365Category
AI Assistants
AI Assistants
Pricing
freemium
freemium
Key Features
- Conversational AI
- Code generation
- Writing assistance
- Image understanding
- Plugin ecosystem
- GPT-5 model
- Microsoft 365 integration
- Document creation
- Email drafting
- Meeting summaries
- Excel analysis
About ChatGPT
ChatGPT is an AI-powered conversational assistant developed by OpenAI. It can help with writing, coding, analysis, math, and creative tasks. The gold standard for text-based assistants.
About Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Copilot brings AI assistance to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams for enterprise productivity.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose ChatGPT if:
- You prefer a freemium model
- You need: Conversational AI
- You value: Code generation
Choose Microsoft Copilot if:
- You prefer a freemium model
- You need: Microsoft 365 integration
- You value: Document creation