ChatGPT vs Microsoft Copilot: which is better?

ChatGPT rates higher overall (9.4/10) in our analysis, but the right choice depends on your tier and budget.

ChatGPT vs Microsoft Copilot

A side-by-side comparison of two AI tools on pricing, fit, and capability.

AI Assistant

9.4/10	Rating	8.5/10
chat-assistants	Tier	chat-assistants
AI Assistant	Category	AI Assistant
Free; Plus ~$20/mo	Starting price	Free; Copilot Pro ~$20/mo
Subscription	Pricing model	Subscription
Cloud SaaS	Deployment	Cloud SaaS
Yes	Self-serve	Yes
People who want the most capable all-round AI assistant with the widest feature set	Best for	People anchored in Windows and Office who want AI built into their daily tools

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Our verdict

On balance, ChatGPT edges ahead at 9.4/10 — but if your budget, tier, or existing stack favors the other, it can be the better fit. Read both full reviews.