Google's Gemini AI has been deeply integrated into Workspace. Writing suggestions in Docs, formulas in Sheets, content generation in Slides. A direct alternative to Microsoft Copilot; which should be chosen?
01. Gemini for Workspace Packages
Two packages:
- Gemini Business ($20/user/month): AI in Docs, Sheets, Gmail
- Gemini Enterprise ($30/user/month): all of Workspace + Meet AI + data-privacy guarantees
02. AI in Docs
Commands like "summarize this paragraph," "convert to a professional tone," "translate to Turkish." Also, "Help me write" for draft generation that rescues you from blank-page syndrome.
03. AI in Sheets
Formula suggestions, data analysis, automatic chart creation. Similar to Excel Copilot but adapted to the Sheets ecosystem.
04. AI in Meet
Meeting summary, action extraction, automatic captions — available in Enterprise. A post-meeting summary email is sent automatically.
05. Copilot vs Gemini
Overall assessment: Copilot is stronger in the Office desktop, Gemini is smoother in a web-based workflow. Price: similar. The decision depends on which ecosystem you've invested in.