AI assistant guides, comparisons & tutorials

Choosing an assistant is easier when you know what to compare. Our guides start from the job you need done — writing and research, running a smart home, getting organised, or coding — and explain which assistants and devices fit, what they cost and how to set them up.

Start with the flagship guide to choosing an AI assistant, go deeper with head-to-head comparisons, or follow a step-by-step tutorial. Every guide shows when it was last updated, and product facts link to the vendor's own documentation so you can check them.

Guides are organised by the kind of help you need — comparisons, tutorials and quick tips — and by topic, from productivity at work to the smart home. Comparisons open with a short, direct answer so you can decide quickly, then explain the trade-offs in detail for anyone who wants the full picture.