Alexander Lewis 
Mar 17, 2024
ChatGPT is an inspiring artificial intelligence that can converse with users and dispense vast quantities of knowledge on just one prompt owing to its massive data that is further increasing day and night based on its experience.
Now, giants like Google, Microsoft to Meta are in the race to introduce their own AI with some unique selling points. Some have rolled out their AI while others are following suit. This is aptly called the ‘AI revolution’ or the ‘AI arms race.’
Let’s talk about ChatGPT first. In the beginning, the chatbot was free as it was a beta version and ChatGPT 0.3 is still a free version but then its parent company rolled out its premium version, called ChatGPT 4, for $20 per month.
The high-end version is supposed to provide a more stable connection along with early access to the latest features and updates.
Alternatives of ChatGPT
Socratic by Google
The giant search engine, Google, also possesses Socratic. Launched in 2020, it offers help to students with their homework –some condemn it calling help them cheat on their homework.
Anyway, if you require assistance in overcoming obstacles in your studies, Socratic is here to provide aid. This educational application, utilising Google AI technology, assists in comprehending academic subjects at both high school and university levels," declares the advertisement for the app. Teachers can also take benefits from this software.
Microsoft’s Bing Chatbot
Microsoft, one of the investors of ChatGPT, has integrated the latter into its search engine Bing. Bing, which was struggling for its market share against Google, is now inching up in demand after this amalgamation.
The chatbot initially faced controversy due to a split personality issue but has now stabilised. Its purpose is to serve as an automated assistant for answering basic logistical questions related to consumer matters.
Claude
Claude is a chatbot developed by Anthropic, a Google-funded AI startup. Anthropic received a substantial $300 million investment from Google in February. Unlike other AI programs, Claude is known for being the "nice guy" of the chatbot world. According to Anthropic, Claude is less likely to produce harmful outputs compared to some of its competitors and is easier to engage in conversation with.
DuckAssist
DuckAssist is an AI assistant launched by DuckDuckGo, a privacy-focused search engine. It is designed to enhance search results and is powered by ChatGPT and Anthropic's AI. DuckAssist retrieves information primarily from sources like Wikipedia and Encyclopedia Britannica.
Meta's LLaMA
Meta, like other major tech companies, has been experimenting with its own AI chatbots for several years. Their chatbot line, known as "Blenderbot," has gone through successive iterations, with the latest being "Blenderbot 3," touted as a state-of-the-art conversational agent. However, user reviews for Meta's chatbot have been mixed, with concerns raised about its incompetence, promotion of conspiracy theories, and praise for controversial figures.
Replika
Replika aims to fulfill a unique role in the realm of AI chatbots by providing personal relationships that historically only humans have offered. Replika's website presents its chatbot, known as " Replika," as an AI companion that listens and engages in conversation, eager to learn from the user's perspective. The platform claims to offer empathetic friendship and is always available for a chat.
Character AI
Character AI is a peculiar AI chatbot that emerged recently. Released in September, it enables users to create unique characters with distinct personalities. These characters can then interact with each other in a virtual environment. Character AI is based on Google's LaMDA model, offering users an intriguing and creative way to engage with AI-driven characters.
