In a world where artificial intelligence is changing how we work, learn and communicate, Not all tools are the same. What are we looking for in an AI? For some, personalization and precision in responses; for others, an ethical approach to design. And of course there is the question of price if we use a paid plan: what options do we have besides ChatGPT and how affordable are they?
The truth is that more and more people are looking for alternatives to OpenAI chat, which, although it includes more and more functions, has restricted the number of queries that can be made for free and suffers cyclical declines due to high demand.
Here we round up 5 tools that have gained traction in recent months, thanks in part to their unique approaches. Some prioritize ethics, others specialize in tasks such as programming, research or fluid conversational interaction, and others are committed to being direct rivals of ChatGPT.
Claude: Ethics and security as a flag
Anthropicthe company behind Claude, was founded in 2021 by former members of OpenAI, including siblings Dario and Daniela Amodei. The company has gained notoriety for its focus on create safe AIs aligned with ethical values. Claude, whose name honors Claude Shannon, a pioneer in information theory, is the result of this vision.
Its main features are:
- Broad and contextual conversations: Claude can process large amounts of text, ideal for tasks such as analyzing long documents.
- Ethical design: Prioritize safe responses and avoid conflictive topics or harmful content.
- Simple interface: Designed for users of all levels.
Claude offers both a free version and paid plans in its Claude Pro model, which expands the limits of daily use. This makes it a flexible option for both individuals and companies.
Perplexity AI: a guide for search that wants to compete with Google
Perplexity AI calls itself an “answer engine” and is specifically designed to deliver fast, informed answers to complex questions. Founded in 2022 by Aravind Srinivas, former OpenAI researcher, this tool combines generative AI with advanced search functions.
Its main features are:
- References in real time: One of its most distinctive features is that it includes links to sources, helping to validate the information provided.
- Contextual searches: It allows you to understand complex questions and offers answers optimized for academic or business research.
- Focus on transparency: Including citations fosters confidence in the responses generated.
Perplexity AI offers a free model with basic functionality, but also has premium options, such as Perplexity Pro, which includes faster responses and extended access.
Copilot: the assistant that is inserted into your workflow
Microsoft-owned GitHub launched Copilot in 2022, a tool developed in collaboration with OpenAI. Copilot was originally designed to help developers write code more quickly and efficiently, but it was soon expanded to other functions, and is now integrated with the entire Microsoft suite.
Its main features are:
- Real-time assistance: suggests solutions and even detects errors in real time.
- OpenAI’s capability: Being behind their models, we know that in the phono we are having the same power.
- Direct integration: works within editors of all types within the Microsoft ecosystem
- Although Copilot has a free trial, full use requires a monthly subscription. Students and open source projects can access the tool at no cost.
Gemini: Google’s ambitious bet
Gemini is Google DeepMind’s commitment to the world of generative language models. Launched in 2023, Gemini stands out for being a multimodal system, capable of combining text, images and even complex commands in a single conversation.
Its main features are:
- Multimodal capabilities: It allows you to interpret and generate not only text, but also images and more complex data.
- Integration with the Google ecosystem: ideal for users of products like Google Workspace and Google Drive.
- Advanced training: It is based on years of research from Google DeepMind, combining generative AI with deep learning techniques.
Although the basic version of Gemini is available free to Google users, the advanced capabilities are part of a premium model aimed at businesses and developers.
DeepSkeek: lesser known but promising innovation
DeepSkeek is one of the most interesting emerging options from China in the field of ChatGPT alternatives. Although it doesn’t have the popularity of the big names, it is gaining attention in niches such as conversational data analysis.
Its main features are:
- Focus on customization: allows you to train models for specific tasks, adapting to the needs of each user.
- Advanced conversational analysis: ideal for companies looking to improve their customer service or sales processes through AI.
- Lightness and speed: Designed for efficient performance, even on resource-constrained devices.
DeepSkeek follows a freemium model, with limited free options and paid plans that unlock more robust features, such as integration with enterprise APIs.
As you can see, alternatives to ChatGPT are growing both in number and sophistication. Tools like Claude stand out for their ethical approach, while Google’s Gemini takes the user experience to a new level with multimodal capabilities. Other options, like Copilot, shine for their specialization, and DeepSkeek opens up new possibilities for customization.
Each tool has something unique to offer. Perhaps the future does not depend on choosing just one, but on combining the best of several.
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