2. Claude (Anthropic)

🧘 Best for: Reading long documents, thoughtful writing, staying calm
💡 Version to use: Claude 3 Opus (in paid tier) or Claude 3 Sonnet (free)

What it does well:

• Handles long files beautifully—perfect for summarising PDFs, essays, or transcripts

• Polite, balanced tone that’s less robotic

• Especially good for sensitive topics or mental health-style writing

Where it slips:

• Doesn’t always nail creative or punchy writing

• Slightly slower on responses

• Limited tools compared to GPT-4o (no voice or image generation yet)

Who it’s for:
You want a calm, thoughtful assistant to help process information—not just answer questions. Claude is the AI equivalent of the chillest person in your group chat.

3. Gemini (Google)

🔍 Best for: Google-connected help, basic tasks, mobile-friendly use
💡 Version to use: Gemini Advanced (paid) or Gemini 1.5 Flash (free, quick)

What it does well:

• Seamlessly integrates with Gmail, Docs, and Calendar

• Great on Android devices and Google Workspace

• Fast responses, especially for short tasks

Where it slips:

• Struggles with creative writing and nuance

• Occasionally vague or dry

• Less powerful when not used inside Google’s ecosystem

Who it’s for:
If your life is already in Google—your email, files, everything—Gemini works in the background like a personal assistant you don’t have to train.

So… Which One Should You Use?

• For writing, ideas, and creative support: go with ChatGPT

• For analysing complex stuff and long reads: choose Claude

• For Google-native tools and fast answers: try Gemini

Each has free versions, so you don’t need to pay to find your match. The key is picking one that works with how you already live and work.