Gemini is Google’s AI assistant. Its biggest advantage is that it lives inside the Google services many people already use: Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Chrome, Android and YouTube. In 2026 Gemini also creates images with Nano Banana and video with Omni Flash, so it covers text, pictures and clips in one subscription.
Gemini models
- Gemini 4 Argon: Google’s flagship model since October 2026, for complex tasks and the task mode agent.
- Gemini Flash models: fast and cheap, used in the free app and for high-volume API work.
- Omni Flash: the video model, which makes short clips with sound.
- Nano Banana 2.1: the image model for creating and editing pictures.
Gemini plans and prices
| Plan | Price per month | Main features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Flash model, images, Deep Research, 15 GB storage |
| Google AI Plus | $4.99 | More usage, video generation, Gemini in Gmail, more storage |
| Google AI Pro | $19.99 | Gemini 4 Argon, Gemini in Docs and Chrome, 5 TB storage |
| Google AI Ultra | $99.99 or $199.99 | Highest limits, early features, the most video credits |
For companies, Gemini Enterprise starts at $21 per seat per month. Google also offers AI Pro free for one year to eligible US college students who sign up by December 31, 2026.
What Gemini does well
- Working with your Google files: summarizing emails, drafting Docs, analyzing Sheets.
- Images and short videos in the same app as text.
- Very good value: AI Pro includes 5 TB of cloud storage, which many people pay for anyway.
Weak points
- Plan details change often and differ by country.
- Some features, such as task mode, reach Ultra or the US first.
- The free API tier may use your data to improve Google products, so use a paid key for business data.
Our verdict
If your business already runs on Google Workspace, Gemini is the most natural AI choice, and AI Pro at $19.99 is excellent value. If you mainly need long, high-quality writing, compare it with Claude and ChatGPT before deciding.
Prices and dates in this article were checked on November 10, 2026. AI companies change them often, so always confirm on the official pricing page before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gemini free?
Yes, the basic Gemini app is free with a Google account. Paid plans start at $4.99 per month for Google AI Plus.
Which Gemini plan includes Gemini 4 Argon?
Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra. The free plan and AI Plus use the lighter Flash models.
Can Gemini make videos?
Yes. Paid plans include video generation with Omni Flash, and the number of clips depends on the plan’s credits.
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