Use AI for writing: tools and selection criteria

To use ai for writing, start with the outcome rather than the number of features. These selected tools take different approaches, with strengths and limitations worth comparing. Free and freemium options are distinguished; check quotas and exports before choosing a plan.

How to choose

• Answer quality on your task
• Limits and model access
• Data privacy

Our selection

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  ChatGPT · chatgpt.com

  OpenAI's AI assistant for writing, learning, coding and thinking.

  Keep in mind: Free plan has tight usage limits on the best models

  AIFreemiumMobile app
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  Claude · claude.ai

  Anthropic's AI assistant, excellent at writing, analysis and coding.

  Keep in mind: Free plan usage limits reached quickly

  AIFreemiumMobile app
  Open ↗
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  Le Chat (Mistral) · chat.mistral.ai

  Mistral AI's French AI assistant, fast and free.

  Keep in mind: Free plan limited to a few dozen messages a day

  AIFreemiumFrench
  Open ↗

This selection is not a performance ranking. Check individual pages and provider terms before choosing.

Editorial update : 2026-10-06