# ChatGPT vs Gemini Notebook

The clearest difference is ads: Gemini Notebook at none against ChatGPT's shown. Gemini Notebook also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 70%). ChatGPT's advantage is ratings volume (11M vs 61K) and chart position (#1 vs #32). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ChatGPT sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $8.00 per month and Gemini Notebook sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for ChatGPT against 4.9 for Gemini Notebook. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChatGPT has 11M ratings behind it against 61K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of ChatGPT's written reviews are positive against 79% of Gemini Notebook's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChatGPT | Gemini Notebook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (11M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069/reviews) | **[4.9 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemini-notebook/id6737527615/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11M** | 61K |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **78.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #32 |
| Size | 227 MB | 207 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [OpenAI OpCo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684349733) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### ChatGPT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Productivity, #1 Top Grossing, #2 Top Free · Productivity, #2 Top Free (US App Store)

This app provides access to advanced AI capabilities, including text generation, image creation from descriptions, and voice conversations. It offers personalized advice, creative inspiration, and instant answers for various tasks, syncing history across devices.

**Highlights:** Image generation from text, Advanced voice conversations, Photo upload and transcription, Creative inspiration and ideas, Tailored advice and planning, Personalized learning assistance, Professional brainstorming

**Features:** Safari Extension, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support, Fun Camera support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ChatGPT Go | $8.00 | per month |
| ChatGPT Plus | $19.99 | per month |
| ChatGPT Pro 5x | $100.00 | per month |
| ChatGPT Pro 20x | $200.00 | per month |
| ChatGPT Plus | $200.00 | per year |
| 100 Credits | $4.00 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $20.00 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $40.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and versatile AI assistant
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🤖 Impressive conversational abilities
- 💡 Convenient mobile access to ChatGPT
- 🧠 Vast knowledge base on diverse topics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies or inconsistencies in responses
- 🔖 Limited to pre-2021 data, lacking real-time updates
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage
- 🔍 Difficulty in navigating and managing conversation history

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected app crashes or freezes
- Issues with login and account verification
- Inconsistent performance on different iOS devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to integrate with other apps and services
- Support for voice commands and audio responses
- Enhanced search and organization of conversation history
- Customization options for the AI's personality and behavior
- Improved accessibility features for users with disabilities


### Gemini Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gemini-notebook/id6737527615)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Free · Productivity, #114 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This AI-powered tool transforms complex information from various sources into clear, understandable insights. It allows users to upload documents, websites, and videos, then ask questions and receive summarized answers with inline citations. Users can also generate podcast-style audio discussions for a different learning experience.

**Highlights:** Upload PDFs, websites, and videos, AI-powered summarization, Ask questions about sources, Inline source citations, Podcast-style audio overviews, Offline access

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $4.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $4.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $19.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 5 TB | $24.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $49.99 | per year |
| 10 TB | $49.99 | per month |
| Google AI Pro (5 TB) | $199.99 | per year |
| Google AI Pro (2 TB) | $199.99 | per year |
| Google AI Ultra (30 TB) | $249.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate audio summaries
- 👍 Useful for learning and studying
- 🚀 Convenient mobile access
- 👍 Great for on-the-go use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio volume issues
- 🔍 Missing key features from web version
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 🔍 Inconsistent dark mode implementation

**Reported bugs**

- Audio coming through earpiece instead of speaker
- Interactive features not working properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to curate audio summaries
- Sync saved notes from web version
- Add mind maps, study guides, and other advanced features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChatGPT free?

ChatGPT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gemini Notebook free?

Gemini Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ChatGPT or Gemini Notebook?

Gemini Notebook is rated higher. ChatGPT averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11M ratings, while Gemini Notebook averages 4.9 from 61K ratings.

### Do ChatGPT or Gemini Notebook have ads?

ChatGPT shows ads; Gemini Notebook does not.

### Which is updated more often, ChatGPT or Gemini Notebook?

ChatGPT ships an update weekly, and Gemini Notebook weekly. Most recently, ChatGPT was updated on September 24, 2026 and Gemini Notebook on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ChatGPT or Gemini Notebook?

ChatGPT currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Gemini Notebook at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*