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Chat with all AI vs Merlin

Both help you use AI while you browse, but they're built for different people. Here's an honest look at Merlin and Chat with all AI — including when Merlin is the better choice.

Updated November 13, 20262 min read

At a glance

Chat with all AIMerlin
TypeChrome extensionChrome extension
Where it runsChrome side panel + full windowSidebar and web app
AI modelsGPT-6.1, Claude 5.5, Fable 5.2, Muse, Grok 4.7 (11 models)Several models
Main focusModel choice for page questions, writing, email/WhatsApp drafts, code and imagesAn AI chat sidebar with features like web search, summaries of videos and documents, and team plans.
Acts on websites for youNever — drafts onlySee their site
Try without an account3 free requestsSee their site

Based on public information as of November 2026. Features and prices change — check the official site for the latest.

What is Merlin?

Merlin is an AI chat sidebar with features like web search, summaries of videos and documents, and team plans.

What Merlin does well

  • Built-in web search
  • Video and document summaries
  • Team plans for companies

How Chat with all AI is different

  • Chat with all AI does not browse the web — it answers about the page you choose to share, which keeps it fast and predictable
  • Model choice includes Meta's Muse family and Grok 4.7
  • Email and WhatsApp reply tools with tone and intent presets

Which should you choose?

Choose Merlin if live web search and video summaries are must-haves for you.

Choose Chat with all AI if you want a model switcher for page-aware answers, writing and code, with a simple subscription.

Try it yourself

The fastest way to decide is to use both on your real work for a day. Chat with all AI gives you 3 free requests with any model — no account, no card.

Frequently asked questions

Is Chat with all AI a good Merlin alternative?

It is if you want a simpler, model-first experience: GPT-6.1, Claude, Muse and Grok in Chrome's side panel. If you need what Merlin is best known for, Merlin may suit you better.

Can I use Merlin and Chat with all AI together?

Yes. They don't conflict — many people keep more than one AI tool and use each for what it does best.

Is Chat with all AI affiliated with Merlin?

No. Chat with all AI is an independent product by NextApps AI. Merlin is a trademark of its owner.

Every top AI model, one side panel

Try GPT-6.1, Claude, Muse and Grok free — 3 requests, no card needed.

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