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Best AI Chatbots

Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov12 appsUpdated
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AI chatbots have become my primary tools for research, writing, coding, brainstorming, and everyday productivity. Each assistant has its own strengths, whether it's creative writing, deep reasoning, coding support, web search, or handling long conversations. This list brings together the AI chatbots I would genuinely consider using depending on the task rather than simply following popularity.

  1. Ollama icon
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    Facilitates local deployment of Llama 3, Code Llama, and other language models, enabling customization and offline AI development. Perfect for creating personalized AI chatbots and writing tools.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  2. An open-source AI chatbot for tasks like code writing, email drafting in a privacy-friendly, ad-free interface, often requiring no sign-up.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Duck.ai is a feature that allows you to have private conversations with 3rd-party AI chat models, anonymized by DuckDuckGo.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  4. Conversational interface enabling exploration of advanced AI models with real-time moderation, customizable controls, flexible deployment, and educational, entertaining experiences.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    Mistral Vibe feels like a refreshing alternative when I want to explore something different from the usual AI assistants. I like its clean interface and fast responses, and it's especially enjoyable for brainstorming, writing, and everyday conversations. While it may not replace every AI tool I use, it's definitely one I'd keep around to see how it continues to evolve.

  5. AI tool transforming search experiences by providing accurate answers through a conversational interface, considering context and user preferences.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    Whenever I need reliable research instead of simple answers, I usually open Perplexity first. The cited sources make it much easier to verify information and continue exploring a topic.

  6. AI chat that searches the web for cited answers, helps draft and summarize text, supports voice conversations, and generates or edits images.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    Copilot is a natural fit if you spend most of your day in Windows or Microsoft 365. I like how it integrates with Office applications instead of feeling like a separate tool.

  7. Meta AI icon
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    Built with Meta Meta Llama icon Meta Llama, Meta AI is one of the world’s leading AI assistants, already on your phone, in your pocket for free. And it’s starting to go global with more features. You can use Meta AI on .

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Facebook
    • WhatsApp
    • Instagram
    • Facebook Messenger
    • Mac
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    Meta AI feels most useful if you're already using Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp. Having AI directly inside familiar apps makes everyday tasks much more convenient.

  8. Grok icon
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    Grok is an AI-powered assistant, developed by xAI, designed to be maximally truthful, useful, and curious. Get answers to any question, generate striking images, and upload pictures to gain a deeper understanding of your world. With Grok, the universe is in your hands!

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • X
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    Grok stands out because it combines conversational AI with real-time information from X. I like using it when I want current discussions and a less formal interaction style.

  9. DeepSeek icon
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    DeepSeek is a state-of-the-art AI assistant designed to provide intelligent, conversational support across diverse tasks. It leverages advanced natural language processing and machine learning to answer questions, generate creative content, solve complex problems, and offer...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    I've found DeepSeek to be an impressive alternative for coding and technical questions. It delivers solid reasoning while remaining fast and accessible.

  10. Gemini gives you direct access to Google AI. Get help with writing, planning, learning, and more.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Docs
    • Gmail
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    Gemini works well whenever I need AI tightly connected with Google's ecosystem. I especially appreciate how easily it integrates with services like Gmail, Docs, and Drive.

  11. Claude icon
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    AI assistant for chat and API, performing summarization, search, writing, Q&A, and coding with high reliability, customizability, privacy, and reduced risks.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Google Sheets
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    I often use Claude when I need thoughtful explanations or help with long documents. It feels especially strong at structured writing, analysis, and maintaining context throughout complex conversations.

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    ChatGPT is a generative artificial intelligence chatbot created by OpenAI and launched in November 2022. It is built on large language models (LLMs), enabling it to understand and generate human-like text, images, and even speech.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
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    Viktor KorobovViktor Korobov’s note

    ChatGPT is usually my first choice when I need a versatile AI assistant. It handles writing, brainstorming, coding, research, and everyday questions surprisingly well, making it one of the easiest tools to recommend.

A curated collection of today's best AI chatbots for writing, coding, research, productivity, and everyday assistance.

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