Microsoft Copilot review
Microsoft's free AI assistant for Windows, Edge and Office
- Microsoft
- Free + paid plans
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Mac, Windows, Web
Does it deserve #5?
The verdict
Microsoft Copilot gives you strong models for free, with voice chat, image creation and Copilot Vision, which can look at your screen or camera and talk you through what it sees. It is built into Windows and Edge, and a Microsoft 365 subscription brings it into Word, Excel and Outlook. The catch is that it feels less focused than rivals and nudges you toward Microsoft accounts and services. A good fit for Windows users.
- Copilot Vision for screen help
- Built into Windows and Edge
- Voice chat and image creation
- Microsoft 365 app integration
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What we like
- Strong models free to use
- Copilot Vision helps with what is on your screen
- Works inside Word, Excel and Outlook with Microsoft 365
What could be better
- Feels cluttered next to more focused rivals
- Many features depend on a Microsoft account
Windows and Microsoft 365 users who want AI help inside apps they already use
you want a focused assistant that is not tied to Microsoft services
Questions about Microsoft Copilot
Is Microsoft Copilot free?
Yes, the Copilot app and website are free to use, with more features when you sign in with a Microsoft account. Microsoft 365 Personal, Family and Premium plans add Copilot inside Office apps and higher usage limits.
Is Copilot the same as ChatGPT?
No, Copilot uses models from OpenAI alongside Microsoft's own, but it is a separate product with its own apps, features and privacy terms.
What are the best alternatives to Microsoft Copilot?
The closest alternatives are ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. See all of them ranked on our Microsoft Copilot alternatives page.
Where does Microsoft Copilot rank?
Microsoft Copilot ranks #5 of 8 in our AI Assistants ranking, with an overall score of 8.4 out of 10.