What Gemini features you get with Google AI Plus, Pro, & Ultra [May 2026] - 9to5Google

To get more out of Gemini-powered features in first-party apps, Google offers AI Plus, AI Pro, and AI Ultra subscriptions. At I/O 2026 in May, the plans got updated usage limits. 15 Comments To get more out of Gemini-powered features in first-party apps, Google offers AI Plus, AI Pro, and AI Ultra subscriptions. At I/O 2026 in May, the plans got updated usage limits. Instead of a set number of daily prompts, the Gemini app now has “compute-based usage limits that will refresh every 5 hours until you reach your weekly limit.” Calculation of your usage will factor in the complexity of your prompt, the features you use, and the length of your chat. Google explains how “premium models and features require more usage and may cause you to reach your limit faster.” This includes the Pro model, Extended thinking, Deep Think, as well as media generation and Deep Research. Free users in the US now have access to “Pro” for “Advanced thinking and generative layouts.” There are daily usage limits, with Gemini 3.5 Flash now powering the “Auto” model. Similarly, those in the US have access to Create Images Pro (Nano Banana Pro). Compared to free users, AI Plus subscribers get “More” or “Limited” access to: Gemini in Chrome “Expanded” access to auto browse. AI Overviews deliver a big upgrade to Gmail search that generates an immediate answer to save you from having to open individual emails. Proofread when composing messages offers advanced grammar, tone, and style checks. Gemini in Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides  The Gemini side panel and other inline features are available in: Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and Chat.  AI Pro subscribers get “Expanded” usage limits for Gemini models, image generation/editing, agentic capabilities like AI-powered calling, and Deep Search. Google Home Premium Google Home Premium Standard was previously Nest Aware and an additional $10/month. You get: Google Home Premium Advanced can be purchased for $10 more as an add-on. NotebookLM Notebooks: 500/user Sources: 300/notebook Chats: 500/day Audio Overviews: 20/day Video Overviews: 20/day | Cinematic: 2/day Reports: 100/day Flashcards: 100/day Quizzes: 100/day Mind Maps: 100/day Deep Research: 20/day Data Tables, Infographics, Slide Decks/Revisions: “High limits” 5 TB of Google One storage  This can be used for Gmail, Drive, and Photos. The unexpected increase from 2 TB was announced on April 1.  AI Pro subscribers get “Expanded” access to: The Individual plan costs $13.99 per month. AI Ultra 5x subscribers get “Higher” access to: AI Ultra 20x subscribers get “Highest” access to: FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More. Google on why it redesigned the Gmail and Workspace icons Abner Li May 26 2026 Motorola phones have started hijacking the Amazon app to insert affiliate codes Ben Schoon May 25 2026 Samsung Gallery is ditching OneDrive integration Ben Schoon May 25 2026 Pixel 10 Pro Fold long-term review: The even trickier second sequel Damien Wilde May 22 2026 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push({}); Check out 9to5Google on YouTube for more news: Expand Close comments Expand Close comments Guides Gemini Google AI Google One Author Abner Li technacity Editor-in-chief. Interested in the minutiae of Google and Alphabet. Tips/talk: abner@9to5g.com