Side by side
| Feature | Claude | Microsoft Copilot |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | AI assistant by Anthropic for chat, writing, coding and research, used by individuals and teams. | AI chat assistant from Microsoft for creating, brainstorming, learning and solving everyday problems, with a Microsoft 365 Copilot tier for work. |
| Price from | 17 USD/mo | 27.73 EUR/mo |
| Free plan | yes | trial |
| Platforms | web, ios, android, windows, mac, chrome | web, windows, mac, ios, android |
| API | yes | not stated |
Claude: key features
- Chat on web, iOS, Android and desktop
- Web search
- Memory across conversations
- Create files and execute code
- Projects to organize chats and documents
- Connectors and remote MCP for external tools
Microsoft Copilot: key features
- AI chat assistant
- Create tool for generating content
- Prompts library
- Cowork collaboration for finishing tasks
- Custom agent building
- Copilot integrated into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams
FAQ
Is Claude or Microsoft Copilot better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are Claude and Microsoft Copilot free?
Claude: Yes, there is a free plan. Free plan: chat on web and apps, code generation and data visualization, writing, web search, memory, file creation and code execution, desktop extensions, connectors, extended thinking. Limited use, no payment required. Microsoft Copilot: There is a free trial. Free trial offered for the Microsoft 365 Business Premium with Copilot plan (terms linked on the page). The free tier of the basic chat is not described in the provided text.