AI Helper vs Apple Intelligence

Comparing the features of AI Helper to Apple Intelligence

Feature
AI Helper
Apple Intelligence

Capability Features

AI Chatbot
AI Programming Assistant
Built-in Prompts
50
Changeable Shortcut Keys
Contextual Awareness
Continuous Conversation
Cross-App Actions
Custom Memory Movie
Customizable Assistants
Developer Access to Foundation Models
Editor Assistant
Email Drafting
Genmoji
Image Playground
Animation styleIllustration styleSketch styleChatGPT stylesCustom images
Image Wand
Live Translation
No Access to Unrelated Files
Offline Capability
On-Device Processing
Online Query
Onscreen Awareness
Paste Output Mode
PDF Interaction
Photo Clean Up Tool
Photo Search by Description
Priority Messages in Mail
Privacy Features
Data never storedUsed only for requestsVerifiable privacy promise
Privacy First
Private Cloud Compute
Reading Assistant
Reduce Interruptions Focus
SEO Optimization
Siri Improvements
Type to SiriProduct knowledgePersonalized motivationCustom Shortcuts
Smart Reply
Social Media Assistant
Summarize Content
VoicemailsNotesCallsEmails
Text Selection Shortcut
Alt+X
Typewriter Output Mode
User Control Over ChatGPT Data
Video Interaction
Visual Intelligence Actions
Turn poster into Calendar eventSummarize what you're viewingAsk questions about visual contentSearch across apps for visual items
Website Interaction
Workflow Automation
Writing Tools Collection
Proofread textRewrite versionsTone adjustmentSummarize text

Integration Features

API Key Support
APIs and Frameworks
Foundation Models frameworkApp IntentsAPIsFrameworks
App Integration
MessagesFaceTimePhone appMailNotesPhotosShortcutsThird-party apps
Application Integration
Supports all applications
ChatGPT Powered
Device Compatibility
iPhone 17iPhone 17 ProiPhone 17 Pro MaxiPhone AiriPhone 16eiPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 Pro MaxiPhone 16 ProiPhone 15 Pro MaxiPhone 15 ProiPad Pro (M1 and later)iPad Air (M1 and later)iPad mini (A17 Pro)MacBook Air (M1 and later)MacBook Pro (M1 and later)iMac (M1 and later)Mac mini (M1 and later)Mac Studio (M1 Max and later)Mac Pro (M2 Ultra)Apple Vision Pro (M2)
Email Integration
Enhances your favorite email app
IDE Integration
Supports all mainstream code editors
Integrated AI Engines
OpenAIGeminiAzureOpenRouter
OS Integration
iPhoneiPadMacApple Vision Pro
Supported Large Models
30+ large models
Supported Operating Systems
macOS 12+ IntelApple SiliconWindows 10+Linux
Writing Software Integration
Supports all mainstream writing software

Limitation Features

Accessibility Permission Requirement
Data Sent Only Upon Action
Device Hardware Requirement
Requires supported device/chip
Free Version Limitations
Daily usage limit
Future Feature: Onscreen Awareness Expansion
Feature in development
No Explicit File Format List
No Mention of API Rate Limits
Paid Version Unlocks Unlimited Access
Requires Local Membership for API Key

Pricing Features

ChatGPT Paid Features Integration
Discount Offer
50% off
Free Tier
No Request Cost for Developers
Premium Version
Price Points
$9.9
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