Grok
VerifiedxAI's AI assistant with real-time access to X (Twitter)
Released
2023-11
Country
United States
API
Available
Self-Host
No
Monthly Active Users
40M+
Funding
Series C
Last Reviewed
2025-06
About Grok
Our Verdict
The real-time, unfiltered AI β Grok's edge is live awareness of what's happening on X, plus a witty, less-guarded personality that some users love.
Features
Detailed Ratings
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Real-time awareness via X
- Less filtered, witty tone
- Good image generation
- Included with X Premium
Cons
- X integration can bias toward social-media sources
- Less polished than ChatGPT/Claude
- Smaller ecosystem
Use Cases
Who Is It For?
Users who want an AI assistant with real-time awareness of news and social trends, plus a witty, less-filtered conversational style
Pricing Plans
Free
- Limited messages
- Standard models
- Basic image generation
Premium
- Full Grok access
- Grok within X
- Higher limits
- Image generation
Premium+
- Highest usage limits
- Newest Grok models
- Priority access
- SuperGrok features
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Grok different from ChatGPT?
Grok's key differentiator is real-time access to posts on X, giving it up-to-the-minute awareness of news and trends. It is also known for a more witty, less-filtered personality than ChatGPT or Claude.
Is Grok free?
Grok has a limited free tier via grok.com. Full access is included with X Premium ($8/month) and X Premium+, which remove usage caps and add newer models.
Can Grok generate images?
Yes, Grok can generate images using its integrated image models, with fewer content restrictions than most competitors.
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