Below is a list of the top 10 generative AI-powered chatbot apps for iOS in 2025 based on their capabilities, user reviews, and prominence in the market. Each entry includes a link to the App Store and the official App Store description. Note that this list is curated based on available information, user feedback, and app functionality, with an emphasis on generative AI features like text generation, image creation, and real-time data processing.
1. Grok: Grok is an AI-powered assistant, developed by xAI, designed to be maximally truthful, useful, and curious. Get answers to any question, generate striking images and videos, and let Grok search the web and X for you to gain a deeper understanding of the world. With Grok, the universe is in your hands! AI assistant – Ask anything and get fast replies, have Grok do deep research on the web for you, or solve the hardest problems in math, science, and coding with Grok 4. – Upload documents and photos, or paste links in the chat to have Grok analyze or help you understand the content. Grok Imagine – Imagine is a new, super fast, groundbreaking AI image and video generation experience. – Generate 6-second videos with sound from text prompts, and turn static photos into videos. – Generate AI images using only your voice. Grok Voice Mode – Talk to Grok using your voice and get natural sounding replies as if you’re having a conversation with a human. – Personalize your AI Assistant and choose between different personalities, like Assistant, Romantic, Storyteller, and more. Grok AI Companions – Have a chat with Ani, Rudi, or Valentine, our animated AI characters, each bursting with personality. – Rudi is a cheeky red panda with a sense of humor that you can banter with. – Valentine is a romantic male with poetic charm, perfect for deep and soulful conversations. – Ani is a charmer who blushes and sends hearts as your bond grows. Real-time info from X – With access to X (previously Twitter) and web data, Grok is the AI assistant with the most up-to-date information, keeping you informed about the latest news and trends in the world, for any given topic. – You can also ask Grok to do advanced searches for you on X, letting you dive even deeper into what’s happening and what people are saying. Create and edit images – Generate striking images from simple text prompts, or upload images and ask Grok to edit them.
3. Claude: Claude, by Anthropic, is a conversational AI designed for safety, helpfulness, and value alignment. Excel at tasks like writing, analysis, and problem-solving with clear, concise, and engaging responses. Claude is perfect for users who want thoughtful, human-like conversations without the clutter of other chatbots. Key features: – Advanced document analysis and summarization. – Natural, engaging dialogue for brainstorming or advice. – Free access with optional Claude Pro subscription for enhanced features ($20/month). – Available on iPhone, iPad, and web. Note: Claude does not offer image generation but excels in conversational depth.
4. Microsoft Copilot:
Description: Microsoft Copilot is your AI-powered assistant integrated with the Microsoft ecosystem. Powered by advanced AI models, Copilot helps with tasks like answering questions, generating text, creating images, and planning. Features include: – Voice and text input for flexible interaction. – Image generation with four options per prompt. – Integration with Microsoft 365 for business users. – Shopping recommendations and how-to guides with direct links. – Chat history syncing across devices. Copilot is free, with premium features available via Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription. Ideal for creative professionals and productivity-focused users.
5. Google Gemini: Google’s Gemini is a versatile AI chatbot for iPhone, iPad, and web. It integrates seamlessly with Google apps, offering voice mode, image generation, and interaction with photos or videos. Key features: – Generate summaries, answers, or creative content. – Voice and text input for real-time conversations. – Image generation for creative tasks. – Free access with optional Gemini Advanced ($19.99/month) for enhanced capabilities. – Syncs with Google services for personalized responses. Gemini excels in how-to guides and shopping recommendations but may occasionally struggle with accuracy on complex queries.
6. Perplexity: Perplexity is an AI-powered search engine and chatbot that delivers credible, cited answers. Using models like GPT-4o, Claude 3.7, and Grok-2, it provides verifiable responses with source links. Features include: – Voice and text input for queries. – Perplexity Copilot for guided, interactive searches. – Library of past searches for easy revisiting. – Free access with optional Pro subscription for advanced features. Ideal for research-heavy tasks, Perplexity ensures accuracy but relies on forum posts for some answers, requiring user verification.
7. Genie: Try for Free Chat with GPT-4o, Gemini, Grok, Deepseek, Claude, Qwen. Generate images with Flux, and DALL·E Genie is a comprehensive AI assistant powered by eight advanced AI models: GPT-4o, Gemini, Grok, Deepseek, Claude, Qwen, Flux, and DALL·E. By combining the unique strengths of GPT-4o, Gemini, Grok, Deepseek, Claude, Qwen, Flux, and DALL·E, Genie offers powerful, adaptive, and creative AI support. Whether engaging in chat, solving problems, coding, or generating images, Genie uses GPT-4o, Gemini, Grok, Deepseek, Claude, Qwen, Flux, and DALL·E to provide fast and reliable assistance. GPT-4o – Multimodal AI Core At the heart of Genie’s AI chat capabilities is GPT-4o, built on OpenAI’s latest multimodal model. GPT-4o processes text, audio, and images simultaneously, enabling natural, seamless chat interactions. Thanks to GPT-4o, Genie understands complex questions and maintains context throughout conversations.
8. Chatbot App – AI Assistant: Chatbot app is a revolutionary AI assistant built on ChatGPT-5, GPT-4o, DeepSeek, Gemini, Grok, and Claude—giving you access to all the AI support you need in one powerful app. Designed to be the most user-friendly and cross-compatible chatbot, Chatbot brings together multiple advanced AI models, including GPT-5 and ChatGPT-5, to help you chat, think, create, and learn smarter—anytime, anywhere. –KEY FEATURES– • Real-time voice chat to brainstorm ideas, rehearse conversations, simplify complex topics, or get quick answers • Study smarter with interactive explanations and visualized answers • Unlock expert-level insights on any topic across any industry • Plan trips faster with AI-powered travel suggestions • Generate images instantly by describing what you want • Summarize articles, get deep dives, and see source links • Boost creativity with idea generation and writing improvement • Ask unlimited questions, anytime, in 140+ languages • Works on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Web, and Desktop.
9. DeepSeek: DeepSeek is a cost-effective, high-performance AI chatbot from a competitive AI firm. Known for state-of-the-art AI at a lower developmental cost, DeepSeek offers conversational, reasoning, and problem-solving capabilities. Features include: – Free access on iPhone and web. – Sign In with Apple for privacy-focused account creation. – Advanced reasoning models for complex problem-solving. – Multilingual support for global users. DeepSeek is ideal for users seeking efficient, high-quality AI without premium costs, though it lacks image generation.
10. ChatOn: ChatOn is an AI-powered chatbot designed to assist with writing, research, and creativity. Powered by advanced AI models, it offers: – Voice and text input for flexible queries. – Image generation from text prompts. – Premium features like PDF analysis, web summarization, and YouTube video analysis. – AI-powered keyboard for writing assistance. – Chat history syncing for seamless use. ChatOn is ideal for users seeking a balance of conversational AI and productivity tools, with a premium version unlocking advanced features.
MacDailyNews Notes: Apps were chosen based on their generative AI capabilities (text, image, and video generation), user reviews, integration with iOS features, and prominence in 2025 rankings from sources like 9to5Mac, CNET, and Zapier. The description for Chatbot App mentions ChatGPT-5 and GPT-5, but as of September 2025, these models are not publicly confirmed by OpenAI. This may reflect speculative marketing, so users should verify claims. All apps are available on the iOS App Store as of September 2025, with some offering free tiers and others requiring subscriptions for full access. Critical Note: Always verify the accuracy of AI-generated responses, especially for apps like Perplexity that rely on forum posts or Gemini, which has been noted for occasional inaccuracies.
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Grok is awesome and a no-brainer to use if you have an X Premium+ subscription. Whatever you choose it’s worth sticking with one AI and learning its strengths and weaknesses to make the most of it as you gain experience with it over time and build a chat history.
If I built a chat history with Grok it would begin to sob uncontrollably and resign from the AI profession.