# Grok

> xAI's chatbot with live access to posts on X and the web.

Source: https://trustkite.com/review/grok/
Last updated: 2026-10-24

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## About Grok

Grok is the AI assistant from xAI, the company founded by Elon Musk. It answers questions, writes and explains, and stands out for its access to real-time posts on X, which makes it useful for following news and trending conversations.

Grok is available on its own website and apps and inside X. It can search the web, analyse images and generate images. Basic use is free, and paid tiers through X Premium or a Grok subscription unlock more capable models and higher limits.

## Key facts

- Made by: xAI
- Company founded: 2023
- Based in: United States
- Category: AI Chatbots & Assistants
- Pricing: Free plan + paid plans
- Available on: Web, iOS, Android
- Website: grok.com

## Key features

- Real-time information from X
- Web search
- Image understanding and generation
- Reasoning modes for harder questions
- Available inside the X app

## Best for

- X users
- Following news and trends
- General questions and writing

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