ChatGPT (Work & agent features)
A general assistant that can browse, run deep research, schedule tasks and work in your apps.
verified 2026-11-02
General & computer-use agents
Tasks in Gemini (formerly Gemini Spark)
Google's personal agent inside the Gemini app. Tasks and schedules run in the background on Google's side; it was renamed from Gemini Spark and lives behind the Chat/Task toggle.
Best for: Background, scheduled tasks across Gmail, Docs, Sheets and other Google apps, included with Google AI Pro.
Pricing
| Free tier | No. Tasks need a Google AI Pro or Ultra subscription (skills work on every plan). |
|---|---|
| Paid plans | Google AI Pro $19.99/mo. Google AI Ultra $99.99/mo (5x Pro limits) or $199.99/mo (20x). US prices. |
| Maker | |
| Source | https://gemini.google/subscriptions/ |
| Last verified |
Pros
- Bundled into Google AI Pro, with no separate agent subscription
- Edits Docs, Sheets and Slides, reads Keep and Tasks
- Custom Connected Apps via MCP server URLs
Cons
- Personal Google accounts only, not work or school
- Not available in the EEA, UK, Switzerland or Nigeria
Notable facts
- Requirements and regional availability — source
- Release notes: rollout to US Pro subscribers, MCP connections, Mac remote control — source
Alternatives
Claude (apps & Claude in Chrome)
Delegating and scheduling multi-step work across your apps, docs and browser.
verified 2026-11-02
Manus
Handing off whole tasks (research, slides, sites, media) to an autonomous agent.
verified 2026-11-02
Muse
A personal agent for everyday errands: email, calendar, shopping and bookings, with approval before it acts.
verified 2026-11-02
FAQ
Is Tasks in Gemini (formerly Gemini Spark) free?
No. Tasks need a Google AI Pro or Ultra subscription (skills work on every plan).
How much does Tasks in Gemini (formerly Gemini Spark) cost?
Google AI Pro $19.99/mo. Google AI Ultra $99.99/mo (5x Pro limits) or $199.99/mo (20x). US prices.
What is Tasks in Gemini (formerly Gemini Spark) best for?
Background, scheduled tasks across Gmail, Docs, Sheets and other Google apps, included with Google AI Pro.
Who makes Tasks in Gemini (formerly Gemini Spark)?
Tasks in Gemini (formerly Gemini Spark) is made by Google.
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