Merlin
Chrome extension and web app giving access to many AI models and 70+ built-in tools.
- Price
- Free + from $19/mo (annual)
- Founded
- Not available
- HQ
- Not available
- Employees
- Not available
About Merlin
Merlin sits in your browser and on the web, with a free plan that offers limited access to basic and higher-level models plus a taste of its 70-odd tools. Merlin applies fair-use limits tied to what you pay, so very heavy usage can still hit a ceiling.
Key platforms
Core service areas
Chrome extension
AI help on any web page
Model access
Basic and higher-tier models, capped on free
70+ tools
Built-in tools for writing, research and media
Image and video
Advanced generation on Pro
Team seats
Shared management for groups
Sync
Same history across devices
Pros and cons
Pros
- Free plan to test the extension properly
- Pro includes 70+ AI tools alongside chat
- Team seats are cheaper per head than Pro
- Syncs across devices
Cons
- Fair-use limits apply even on paid plans
- Annual billing is needed for the headline price
Frequently asked questions
- Is Merlin free?
- Yes, a free plan gives limited access to its models and tools. Q: What does Merlin Pro cost? A: Pro is billed at $228 for a year, which works out to $19 a month. Q: What are good alternatives to Merlin? A: Monica, HARPA AI and Poe.
Best for
Students and professionals who want an AI sidebar in Chrome with a usable free tier.
Pricing details
Free plan with limited model and tool access. Pro billed $228/year. Teams billed $180 per seat per year. Fair-use limits apply. Details: https://www.getmerlin.in/pricing
Review notes
- Last reviewed
October 4, 2026
- Source
getmerlin.in
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