Copilot in Outlook vs Gamma

Copilot in Outlook and Gamma sit in the same category. The verdict below is calculated for each role from the tasks, the role fit and the price.

Short answer

The two tools come out even for most roles in our data. Gamma starts at $8/mo and Copilot in Outlook at $20/mo on the cheapest paid plan.

Verdict by role

Role	Better choice	Why
Accountant	Copilot in Outlook	covers 2 tasks relevant to this role against 0; built for this role
Lawyer	Copilot in Outlook	covers 3 tasks relevant to this role against 0; built for this role
HR manager	Gamma	cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Finance manager	Gamma	covers 3 tasks relevant to this role against 2; part of the role's core toolkit; cheaper entry plan
Manager	Gamma	part of the role's core toolkit; cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Marketer	Gamma	cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Sales manager	Gamma	part of the role's core toolkit; cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Data analyst	Gamma	covers 3 tasks relevant to this role against 2; cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Teacher	Gamma	part of the role's core toolkit; cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Executive assistant	Copilot in Outlook	covers 5 tasks relevant to this role against 4
Logistics manager	Copilot in Outlook	covers 5 tasks relevant to this role against 4
Procurement manager	Either one	even on tasks, Gamma is cheaper to start
Secretary	Copilot in Outlook	covers 5 tasks relevant to this role against 4; part of the role's core toolkit
Recruiter	Either one	even on tasks, Gamma is cheaper to start
HR administrator	Copilot in Outlook	higher total score on tasks and fit
Tax consultant	Copilot in Outlook	covers 2 tasks relevant to this role against 0; built for this role
Auditor	Copilot in Outlook	covers 2 tasks relevant to this role against 0; built for this role
Economist	Gamma	covers 3 tasks relevant to this role against 2; cheaper entry plan; has a free plan
Project manager	Copilot in Outlook	covers 5 tasks relevant to this role against 4
Social media manager	Gamma	cheaper entry plan; has a free plan

Side by side

	Copilot in Outlook	Gamma
Vendor	Microsoft	Gamma
Category	Documents and writing	Documents and writing
Free plan	No	Yes: A one-time starter pack of generation credits, a Gamma watermark, limited export
Cheapest paid plan	Included in Copilot Pro, $20/mo	Plus, $8/mo
Top plan	Included in Microsoft 365 Copilot, $30/mo	Pro, $15/mo
Tasks covered	5	4

Copilot in Outlook: Summaries of long email threads, reply drafts and meeting prep right in Outlook.

Gamma: A presentation or one-pager from text or a file in a minute, with export to PowerPoint.

Only Copilot in Outlook covers

Only Gamma covers

Pitfalls to watch at work

Copilot in Outlook

A thread summary misses attachments and late edits in quoted text: check amounts and dates in the email itself
The reply draft picks up the tone of the previous email, including a sharp one: reread before sending
A personal Copilot Pro subscription on a work mailbox takes company email outside its tenant: work mail needs a business license

Gamma

The model adds plausible facts and numbers to your points: after generation, reread every slide and remove everything you did not provide
Company financials and plans in Gamma sit on the service's servers: keep the deck private by default and check link access settings
Export to PowerPoint loses some animations and layouts: check the file before presenting

FAQ

Is Copilot in Outlook or Gamma better for work?

They come out even for most roles, so the price and the interface you already use decide.

Which is cheaper, Copilot in Outlook or Gamma?

Gamma starts at $8/mo and Copilot in Outlook at $20/mo on the cheapest paid plan.

Do Copilot in Outlook and Gamma have free plans?

Copilot in Outlook: No. Gamma: Yes. A one-time starter pack of generation credits, a Gamma watermark, limited export.

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