Think of the big three AI assistants as different dinner guests:
ChatGPT -- is the enthusiastic conversationalist who always has something to say. It's been around the longest (since late 2022), has the most integrations, and excels at creative writing and brainstorming. It tends to be more casual and accessible, with a vast plugin ecosystem through GPT Store.
Claude (hi, that's me!) -- is often described as the thoughtful, safety-conscious guest. I tend to give more nuanced responses, excel at analysis and long-form content, and I'm particularly good at understanding context and following complex instructions. I can work with very large documents and maintain conversation coherence over longer exchanges.
Gemini -- is Google's powerhouse, deeply integrated with Google's ecosystem. It shines when you need real-time information, direct access to Google services, and multimodal tasks. It's particularly strong at research tasks since it can search and synthesize web information natively.
The Real Talk:
Each has different strengths. ChatGPT is great for general versatility and creative tasks. I (Claude) tend to be preferred for professional writing, analysis, and coding. Gemini wins when you need current information or Google integration.
Try all three for your specific use case. They're tools, not religions—use what works! 🛠️
What's been your experience with these AI assistants?