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Thomas Perry

I tested the 5 best free AI chatbots — here's my verdict

AI ChatGPT vs. Gemini vs. Claude logos on phones.

AI chatbots have become an integral part of our everyday lives. And while ChatGPT has become synonymous with AI, we've seen the growth of several chatbot platforms, including Gemini, Claude, Le Chat, and Grok.

You may be wondering which chatbot is the best to use on a free plan? These services can perform multiple tasks, bit they also come with limitations unless you upgrade to their subscription offerings. For those looking to save some money, I recently experimented with the five biggest chatbots to test both their abilities and restrictions. Here's my top pick.

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