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All three companies rebuilt their assistants around large language models. The real difference is which devices each one controls.
| Siri | Gemini | Alexa+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lives on | iPhone, Mac, HomePod | Android, Pixel, Nest speakers and displays | Echo devices, Alexa app, web |
| Strength | Privacy, Apple device control | Google services, broad knowledge | Smart home, shopping, Amazon services |
| Cost | Free with Apple devices | Free, with paid Google AI plans | Free with Prime, paid otherwise |
Sources: Apple Siri , Google Gemini , Amazon Alexa+ .
Pick by ecosystem
- iPhone: Siri is built in, and the deepest phone control is there.
- Android: Gemini replaces Google Assistant on most phones.
- Smart home: Alexa+ and Gemini for Home are the two to compare. See Alexa+ vs Gemini for Home .
More guides on the Phone Assistants hub .