Merlin AI and ChatGPT are both listed in our AI Agents directory, but they package AI access differently. Merlin AI is an all-in-one assistant that bundles ChatGPT access alongside other leading models (Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek and more) into one interface. ChatGPT is a single-model conversational assistant for structured writing, brainstorming, planning, and research support. This page compares their listed facts side by side for anyone choosing between one dedicated model and a multi-model hub.
| Merlin AI | ChatGPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | All-in-one AI assistant giving access to 15+ top AI models (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek and more) via Chrome extension, web app, and macOS, iOS, and Android apps. | A versatile conversational AI assistant for structured writing, brainstorming, planning, research support, and file-based work. |
| Pricing | Free $0; Pro $228/year ($19/mo billed annually); Teams $180/year per seat (min. 2 seats). | Freemium; paid tiers from USD 20.00/month (pricing information on the listing dated 2026-08-16). |
| Free plan | Yes — Free $0 plan. | Yes — free plan available (listing shows a “Free plan” badge). |
| Key features | 15+ AI models in one interface; summarization; Gmail assistant; translation in 50+ languages; AI detector and plagiarism checker. No API. | Structured conversational responses; web-based chat interface; writing and brainstorming support; copy and share response controls; file and image tools may vary by plan and account. |
| Platforms | Chrome extension, web app, macOS app, iOS, Android. No API. | Web-based chat interface (per the listing’s key features). |
| Model access | Multi-model hub: 15+ models including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and DeepSeek. | Single-model assistant: ChatGPT only. |
| Company / Official site | Foyer Tech, Inc. — https://www.getmerlin.in/ | Official website listed as chatgpt.com. |
| Which setup it serves | Setups that need several leading AI models side by side in one place — for example, comparing model outputs or switching models without changing apps. | Setups built around one dedicated conversational model for writing, brainstorming, planning, and research support. |
Both tools are live and actively developed; pricing and features change, so check the official sites before deciding.