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Monthly total: $9.99/month plus tools to check

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  1. Chat assistant

    Gemini CLI

    Google's open-source AI agent that brings Gemini into your terminal

    Free · listed as Free and open source; self-hosting, model or API costs may apply

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  2. Writing

    HIX AI

    All-in-one AI writer with a free plan

    check price · listed as Free plan available; paid plans from about $4.99-$9.99 (confirm current tier names on pricing page)

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  3. Notes and workspace

    Capacities

    Object-based notes workspace with optional AI assist

    $9.99/month · listed as Basic free forever; Pro about $9.99/mo; Believer from about $12.49/mo

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