Gemini vs. ChatGPT: Planning My Wedding

I recently got engaged and started looking into wedding venues, but the quotes I received were a bit alarming. I decided to compare two AI assistants, Gemini Advanced and ChatGPT, to see which one could help me plan my wedding better.

Gemini vs ChatGPT: Create a to-do list

Both assistants provided to-do lists for planning a wedding between August and September 2026. ChatGPT suggested booking vendors early, while Gemini recommended waiting until 2025. ChatGPT also mentioned tasks like setting up a registry and obtaining a marriage license, which Gemini did not address.

Gemini vs ChatGPT: Find a cheap venue

I tested both assistants to find a budget-friendly wedding venue for a 100-guest wedding in 2026. ChatGPT recommended Pavilion at Sunken Meadow State Park with a starting price of $18,000, while Gemini suggested Leonard’s Palazzo for around $16,000. ChatGPT provided more comprehensive options within my budget and preferences.

Overall, ChatGPT seems to be the better wedding planner based on its thorough recommendations and attention to detail.
Gemini had the audacity to say, “I hope this helps!” Is it trolling me? Winner: ChatGPT

Gemini vs ChatGPT: Calculate pricing
Both Gemini Advanced and ChatGPT Plus can “read” PDFs and screenshots, making them ideal AI assistants for making sense of confusing pricing charts. Here’s an example of one of the many charts I ran into while venue shopping:
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Gemini Advanced offered a total of $21,017 while ChatGPT Plus posted $20,568.69. ChatGPT’s calculation seemed more accurate.

Winner: ChatGPT

Gemini vs ChatGPT: Image generation of wedding concept
I asked Gemini and ChatGPT to generate an image of a wedding reception concept based on a tech-focused, galaxy-themed prompt.
ChatGPT’s image:
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Gemini’s images:
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ChatGPT delivered the most eye-catching image.

Winner: ChatGPT

Gemini vs ChatGPT: Creativity based on wedding favor ideas
Asked Gemini Advanced and ChatGPT Plus for techy wedding favor ideas. ChatGPT’s list included customized USB drives, portable phone chargers, LED keychains, earbuds, etc. Gemini’s list also had similar ideas.

Winner: ChatGPT

Top Tech Accessories:

1. Personalized USB drivers

2. Mini Bluetooth speakers

3. Phone Ring Holders

4. Custom Phone PopSockets

5. Portable Power Banks

6. LED Flashing Badges

7. Selfie Ring Lights

8. Miniature LED projectors

9. Card-Sized Multitools

10. Wireless Charging Pads

Portable phone chargers, earbuds, mini bluetooth speakers, and fitness tracker bracelets caught my eye on ChatGPT’s list. Similarly, on Gemini’s list, mini bluetooth speakers, portable power banks, and wireless charging pads grabbed my attention.

Winner: ChatGPT

ChatGPT Plus mopped the floor with Gemini Advanced in this face-off. To my surprise, ChatGPT had more thoughtful, research-based responses compared to Gemini.

ChatGPT Plus costs $20 month; Gemini Advanced is also $20 a month.