👋 Welcome back to Bite Sized Bots!
If you’ve been curious about AI assistants but aren’t sure which one to try, you’re not alone.
The reality? There’s no single ‘best’ choice. Instead, think of ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini as your AI toolkit. Each shines in different moments. And sometimes, the smartest move is to use more than one.
Quick Explainer: What Is an LLM?
LLM? Yeah, explain it like I’m five.
LLM stands for Large Language Model — think of it as a super-powered text engine trained on vast amounts of writing (books, articles, conversations). It spots patterns and predicts what should come next in a sentence, generating human-like responses.
Analogy: It’s like having a well-read assistant drafting ideas for you — but you’re still the manager who gives the direction.
For most small business owners in 2025, ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are the top three to try — the most user-friendly, well-supported, and ready for real-world tasks. (If you missed our first issue on What AI Can (and Can’t) Do for Your Business, it’s a great primer on where AI fits best.)
ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini: Quick Guide
Each assistant excels at different things, and knowing what fits your need — not just your preference — lets you work smarter. Plus, using more than one gives you richer perspectives without extra effort.
ChatGPT
Best at: Simplifying ideas for emails, summaries, social posts
Free tier: Basic access
Paid tier: Starting at $20/mo
Claude
Best at: Strategic problem-solving and deep writing
Free tier: Daily caps (~40 messages)
Paid tier: Starting at $17/mo
Gemini
Best at: Google Workspace integration, visuals, Docs/Sheets
Free tier: Included with Google account
Paid tier: Starting at $20/mo
👉 None is “the winner.” The smarter question: Which fits the task you’re tackling today?
Bottom line: Free tiers are excellent for experimenting. Paid plans give better performance, privacy controls, and tools that learn your needs over time.
Smart Workflow: Use One — Or Let Them Cross-Check
Rather than picking a single assistant, let them each handle the part they do best — then lean into whichever output fits your style.
Demo: Same Task, Three Takes + Cross-Check
Prompt:
“Create a one-paragraph email to clients about switching to an online booking system. Highlight convenience, professionalism, and time savings.”
ChatGPT (clear & conversational)
💬 Good news—we’re moving to a new online booking system! 🎉 Scheduling your next appointment is now as simple as clicking a link. No more back-and-forth emails—just pick a time that works best for you.
👉 Strength: Warm, simple, customer-friendly.
Claude (structured & strategic)
💬 We’re upgrading to a new online booking system to make scheduling faster and more professional. With this change, you’ll be able to: 1) view available times instantly, 2) book in seconds, and 3) receive automatic reminders. This saves time for you and ensures every appointment runs smoothly.
👉 Strength: Clear process breakdown, structured explanation of benefits.
Gemini (visual & integrated)
💬 We’ve launched an online booking system to save you time! Tap here to view availability → [Google Calendar Booking Link]. You’ll receive confirmation instantly and reminders directly in your Google Calendar—so staying on schedule is effortless.
👉 Strength: Practical Google tie-in (Calendar/Booking integration).
Cross-check tip: Ask Claude to expand ChatGPT’s friendly note with step-by-step clarity. Or ask ChatGPT to simplify Claude’s more formal version into something warmer. Gemini adds the final polish by integrating the actual booking link.
🎥 Want to see this in action? I tested ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini on another real-world task — writing a social post for a bookkeeping service. Each had strengths, but the real win came from blending them together. Watch the 3-minute walkthrough here.
What Stays Uniquely Yours
AI does the heavy lifting — you make the edits and finishing touch.
The draft may come from the tool, but what sticks and how it lands with your clients is all you. You bring the insight, experience, and personal connection that makes it work.
Quick Start Checklist
Pick a task you’ll use soon (client email, description, etc.).
Test it in one assistant.
Try a second for comparison.
Optionally, ask one to refine the other’s response.
Merge the best version and customize.
Pro Tips & Smart Reminders
Me after upgrading and realizing AI actually gets better!
Don’t overthink “which is best” — start with the one you can access now.
Free tiers are great learning zones — upgrade when you need reliability or features.
Paid plans typically give better response time, memory, and privacy options.
Multiple perspectives sharpen the final result, not slow you down.
The Human-First Edge
At the end of the day, these tools give you drafts, options, and fresh perspectives — but the final say is always yours. That’s the advantage of Human-First AI: it works with you, not instead of you.
Until next time!