IN SHORT
Microsoft's AI assistant, built into Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365. Very strong for productivity and office work.
- Native integration in Windows and Office
- Powered by OpenAI GPT models
- Useful for productivity and office work
- Backed by the Microsoft ecosystem
THE BRAND
- Company
- Microsoft
- Headquarters
- Redmond, WA (USA)
- Founded
- 1975 (Copilot: 2023)
- Average rating
- G2 ~4.4/5 · Capterra 4.6/5 · Trustpilot 2.3/5
- User base
- 100M+ monthly users
- Best for
- Office/Windows users and enterprises
ANALYSIS
Our experience with Microsoft Copilot
What it offers
AI built into Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), powered by OpenAI models and Microsoft's own technology.
Pricing
Free tier; AI inside the Office apps is part of Microsoft 365 plans (~$20/mo). Microsoft retired the standalone Copilot Pro plan.
Ratings & reputation
Good enterprise standing: ~4.4/5 on G2 and 4.6/5 on Capterra, with positive verified enterprise reviews. Trustpilot ~2.3/5 (billing complaints).
Who is it for?
The best choice if you already work in Windows and Microsoft 365 and want AI inside your documents, email and spreadsheets.
PROS & CONS
The good and the bad
- Native integration in Windows and Office
- Powered by OpenAI GPT models
- Useful for productivity and office work
- Backed by the Microsoft ecosystem
- Confusing, shifting consumer plan structure
- Its value is hard to separate from the Office bundle
- No affiliate program
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Microsoft Copilot
Is Microsoft Copilot free?
Yes, there is a free Copilot tier. The AI features inside Word, Excel or Outlook are part of paid Microsoft 365 plans (around $20/mo). Check the current offer on Microsoft's site.
What happened to Copilot Pro?
Microsoft retired the standalone consumer Copilot Pro plan and folded the AI into its Microsoft 365 plans. Check the official site for which plan currently includes Copilot.
What powers Copilot?
Copilot uses OpenAI (GPT) models alongside Microsoft's own technology, built into Windows, Edge and the Office apps.
Does Copilot have an affiliate program?
No consumer program. Microsoft uses a partner (CSP) channel for business, not a commission-paying Copilot affiliate program. Note: 'copilot.com' is a different product, not Microsoft Copilot.
VERDICT
Is Microsoft Copilot right for you?
Microsoft's AI assistant, built into Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365. Very strong for productivity and office work.
MORE GUIDES
Related guides
Is Claude better than GPT?
Is Claude better than GPT? Neither wins outright. Claude leans to writing, coding and long documents; ChatGPT to breadth and ecosystem. How to pick one.
Is Google Gemini AI free?
Yes, Google Gemini has a free version anyone can use. What the free tier covers, what the paid plan adds, and how to decide whether you need to upgrade.
Can Gemini use Google Maps?
Yes, Gemini can use Google Maps through its link to Google apps: ask about places, directions and travel and it draws on Maps data — with a few caveats.
ALTERNATIVES
















