Microsoft · AI assistants

Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft’s assistant in Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365 apps such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

Best for

Teams and households already using Windows and Microsoft 365.

Worth knowing

Consumer and business versions differ in features and data handling.

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Alternatives

OpenAI

ChatGPT

Best for: A broad all-rounder with a large ecosystem of integrations and custom GPTs.

Anthropic

Claude

Best for: Long documents, careful writing and coding assistance.

Google

Gemini

Best for: People who live in Google’s apps and Android.