TL;DR

Dozens of powerful AI tools are free to use. From ChatGPT to image generators to productivity apps, you can explore AI capabilities without paying.

Free AI writing tools

ChatGPT (OpenAI)

  • Free tier with GPT-3.5
  • Unlimited messages
  • Great for writing, learning, brainstorming

Claude (Anthropic)

  • Free tier available
  • Longer conversations
  • Helpful for complex tasks

Google Gemini

  • Integrated with Google services
  • Free access
  • Can search the web

Grammarly

  • Free grammar and spell check
  • Browser extension
  • Real-time writing feedback

Free AI image generators

Bing Image Creator

  • Powered by DALL-E
  • Free with Microsoft account
  • Create images from text

Stable Diffusion (via DreamStudio)

  • Free credits monthly
  • High-quality images
  • Open-source model

Craiyon (formerly DALL-E mini)

  • Completely free
  • Lower quality but fun
  • No account needed

Free productivity AI

Notion AI

  • Free trial, limited free features
  • AI writing and organization
  • Note-taking enhanced

Microsoft Copilot

  • Free in Edge browser
  • Web search + AI chat
  • Integrated with Bing

Google Workspace AI

  • Smart compose in Gmail
  • Auto-organize in Photos
  • Free with Google account

Free learning and research

Perplexity AI

  • Free AI search with sources
  • Great for research
  • Cites references

Khan Academy AI tutor

  • Free for students
  • Personalized learning
  • Math, science, more

Quizlet AI

  • Free flashcard generation
  • Study aids
  • Practice tests

Free voice and transcription

Otter.ai

  • Free tier with 300 min/month
  • Meeting transcriptions
  • Voice notes

Google Live Transcribe

  • Free on Android
  • Real-time captions
  • Accessibility feature

Free image and photo AI

Google Photos

  • Free storage (compressed)
  • AI organization and search
  • Auto-enhance photos

Photopea (with AI features)

  • Free online photo editor
  • Photoshop alternative
  • AI-powered tools

Free code assistance

GitHub Copilot (limited free access)

  • AI code suggestions
  • Multiple languages
  • Free for students/open-source

Replit AI

  • Free tier available
  • Code generation
  • Web-based IDE

How to make the most of free tools

1. Try multiple tools

  • Compare ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini
  • See which fits your needs

2. Use free tiers strategically

  • Save paid tools for critical tasks
  • Free tools for exploration and learning

3. Combine tools

  • ChatGPT for writing
  • Bing for images
  • Grammarly for editing

4. Explore regularly

  • New free tools launch constantly
  • Stay updated on latest releases

Limitations of free tiers

  • Slower response times
  • Usage limits (messages per hour/day)
  • Fewer features than paid versions
  • Possible ads or data sharing

What's next

  • Getting Started with ChatGPT
  • AI Image Generators Basics
  • Prompting 101