Comparison • Updated December 19, 2025

Claude vs Gemini The complete comparison for models, features, integrations, and pricing

This page compares the current consumer experiences of Anthropic Claude and Google Gemini across models, reasoning, research, multimodal features, integrations, privacy posture, and pricing—so you can pick the best tool for your workflow.

Best for: knowledge work, marketing, coding, research Includes: side-by-side table + FAQs + recommendations

TL;DR

If you read nothing else, read this:

Choose Claude if you want a focused, writing-friendly assistant with strong coding/agentic performance and a clean “projects + research + connectors” workflow.
Choose Gemini if you live in Google Workspace and want AI built directly into Gmail/Docs/Sheets/Slides, plus access to Google’s creative/video ecosystem on higher tiers.
Pick based on where you work: Claude is great as a dedicated thinking + writing assistant; Gemini shines inside Google apps.

Reality check: both products ship updates constantly. This page reflects publicly listed plans and model names as of Dec 19, 2025.

Jump to: side-by-side table • recommendations • pricing • FAQ

Key facts (fast answers)

Claude flagship models (2025) Claude Sonnet 4.5 (recommended default), plus Claude Opus 4.5 (premium) and Claude Haiku 4.5 (fast).

Gemini flagship (consumer) Gemini app offers a Pro-tier model (listed as “3 Pro” on Google One plan pages), with premium features on AI Pro/Ultra tiers.

Best “inside Google apps” experience Gemini (native in Gmail/Docs/Slides/Sheets/Meet on eligible plans).

Best “focused writing + deep thinking” feel Claude Pro (projects, Research, connectors) is built for long, organized work.

Side-by-side comparison table

Skim this first. The sections below add context and decision guidance.

Claude vs Gemini: feature-by-feature comparison (updated Dec 19, 2025)
Category	Claude (Anthropic)	Gemini (Google)
Current consumer models	Sonnet 4.5Opus 4.5Haiku 4.5 Extended thinking; strong writing + coding defaults.	Gemini “3 Pro” (plan pages)2.5 Pro + “Deep Think” (Ultra rollout) Premium tiers emphasize higher limits + advanced features.
Workspace integration	Connect Google Workspace on Pro for context; primary experience is still Claude as a dedicated app.	Excellent: native in Gmail/Docs/Slides/Sheets/Meet on eligible plans.
Reasoning & complex problem solving	Strong: extended thinking + robust long-form synthesis. Watch: pick Sonnet vs Opus based on difficulty.	Strong: premium “Deep Think” style reasoning in the Ultra roadmap. Watch: availability/features can be tier/region gated.
Research & web browsing	Free includes web search; Pro adds Research and higher usage.	Deep Research highlighted in AI Ultra and broader Google ecosystem; also appears across Google AI plans.
Images	Image input supported; outputs are text (plan features vary).	Image tools often paired with creative suite benefits; higher tiers emphasize creative generation workflows.
Video generation	Not the core consumer differentiator vs Google’s creative suite.	Veo/Flow/Whisk emphasized on Pro/Ultra tiers, with higher usage limits at the top end.
Pricing headline (U.S.)	Pro: $20/mo (or $17/mo annual) • Max: from $100/mo	AI Pro: ~$19.99/mo • AI Ultra: $249.99/mo (other tiers vary)

Tip: If you’re choosing for a team, focus on Workspace, Integrations, and Pricing.

Models & “most current version” clarity

In practice, you’re choosing a bundle: model access + tools + usage limits + integrations. Both products update frequently, so use plan pages for the latest model names.

Claude

Sonnet 4.5 is a great default for most work.
Opus 4.5 is for maximum intelligence on the hardest tasks.
Haiku 4.5 is optimized for speed and cost efficiency.

Gemini

Google plan pages list a Pro-tier Gemini model (shown as “3 Pro”).
Google AI Ultra highlights “Deep Think” for 2.5 Pro as an enhanced reasoning mode in rollout language.

Quick decision: If you want a dedicated assistant for writing and deep thinking, Claude Pro is a strong starting point. If your work lives in Gmail/Docs/Sheets, Gemini’s native experience can be hard to beat.

Workspace & productivity

For many teams, the winner is the one that reduces context switching.

Claude workflow

Excellent for long-form writing, editing, and structured thinking.
Projects keep work organized; Research helps with synthesis.
Workspace connection brings context, but most work still happens inside Claude.

Gemini workflow

Best when you want AI directly inside Gmail/Docs/Slides/Sheets/Meet.
Great for fast drafting, summarizing, and acting on Workspace content.
Premium tiers emphasize creative/video tools in the broader Google ecosystem.

Research & web browsing

If research matters, run the same test on both tools: “Summarize,” “cite,” “compare,” and “extract a table.” The best tool is the one that reliably produces outputs you can verify.

Practical habit: Keep a lightweight “Sources & Assumptions” checklist in your workflow.

Images, video & voice

Most users choose here based on their content pipeline.

Claude

Vision: image input with text output across the current Claude models.
Claude Code: a standout for technical workflows.

Gemini

Workspace-native: draft and transform content in Google apps.
Creative stack: premium tiers emphasize Veo-based video creation and creative tooling.

Integrations & ecosystem

Choose based on where your data and daily tools live.

Claude ecosystem

Google Workspace connection on Pro.
Connectors and remote MCP for tool/context access.
Claude Code for developer workflows.

Gemini ecosystem

Deep integration across Google Workspace.
Google One bundles and plan benefits (often includes storage).
Premium creative/video tools on AI Pro/Ultra tiers.

Privacy & data controls (high-level)

For high-stakes work, confirm the exact plan terms and admin controls. Consumer plans and team/enterprise plans differ meaningfully.

Team best practice: Write a simple policy for what can/can’t go into AI tools, then bake it into prompts and templates.

Pricing & tiers (U.S. headline numbers)

Prices and availability can vary by country and billing channel. Use these as a starting point, then confirm on the official plan pages.

Claude Pro

$20/month (or $17/month annual)

More usage, Research, unlimited projects, Google Workspace connection, extended thinking, and access to more models.

Google AI Pro

~$19.99/month

Gemini Pro model access + Workspace features (plan-dependent) and bundled benefits.

Google AI Ultra

$249.99/month

Highest usage limits + premium features, including Deep Think rollout language and Veo-based creative tools.

Buying for a team? Compare Claude Team vs Google Workspace plans with Gemini for admin controls, SSO, and data boundaries.

Which one should you use? (practical recommendations)

Pick Claude if you…

Want a focused, writing-friendly assistant with strong “extended thinking.”
Prefer organizing work in projects and running Research regularly.
Do heavy drafting, editing, and synthesis work outside Google apps.

Pick Gemini if you…

Work primarily in Gmail/Docs/Sheets/Slides and want minimal context switching.
Want Google’s premium creative/video tooling bundled into a subscription.
Prefer AI assistance that feels “built into” your everyday apps.

Best simple decision rule

Workspace-first? Start with Gemini. Writing-first and deep thinking across long tasks? Start with Claude Pro.

FAQ

Which is better for Google Workspace users?

If you live in Google Workspace, Gemini’s native integration is typically the most seamless option. Claude can connect to Workspace for context, but your primary workflow still happens inside the Claude app.

Which is better for writing and editing?

Claude is often favored for long-form writing and editing. Gemini is strong for quick drafting inside Docs and summarizing email and meeting content. Your best answer comes from testing with your own writing tasks.

Do I need the expensive tiers (Claude Max / Google AI Ultra)?

Only if you regularly hit limits or need the highest throughput. Many professionals do great on the ~$20/month tiers.

Sources (official pages)

Primary references for plan pricing, model lineups, and plan features.

Tip: Refresh this page quarterly as plans and model names change.