Microsoft
Microsoft Copilot
An AI assistant integrated directly into Microsoft Excel for formula generation, data analysis, and chart creation.
Our editorial assessment as of Jun 4, 2026, based on the public sources listed below.
Rank in Excel / Spreadsheet
#1
Tier
S
Score
86.0
Underlying model
GPT and Anthropic reasoning models (selectable in Agent Mode)
Strengths
- Integrates directly into Microsoft 365, providing full context of the spreadsheet.
- Generates formulas, charts, and pivot tables from natural language prompts.
- Features agentic capabilities for suggesting scenarios and identifying trends.
Considerations
- Available as a paid add-on to Microsoft 365 subscriptions.
- Underperformed against some competitors in benchmark tests for AI capabilities.
- Primarily focused on the Microsoft ecosystem.
Price
$30 per user/month add-on
Score breakdown
Performance
92.0
Reputation
90.0
Price
40.0
Recency
95.0
Verification status
Each field carries its own re-verification date. Amber means older than 90 days — treat those figures as stale until re-checked.
Sources
- Advancing Microsoft 365 (Dec 2025)Accessed: 2026-06-03
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap (Agent Mode in Excel)Accessed: 2026-06-03
- GPT for Work — Best AI Tools for Excel 2026Accessed: 2026-06-03
- Querri Blog ReviewAccessed: 2026-05-26
- 10 Best AI Tools for Excel in 2026 | Kuse BlogAccessed: 2026-05-26
- Microsoft 365 Copilot | AI Productivity Tools for WorkAccessed: 2026-05-26
- Build MVP Fast Review 2026Accessed: 2026-05-13
- 10 Best AI Tools for Excel in 2026: From Formula Bots to Agentic CoworkersAccessed: 2026-05-13
- Microsoft Ignite 2025 Book of NewsAccessed: 2026-05-13
- Dust BlogAccessed: 2026-04-30
- Arahi AI - 10 AI Agent Platforms TestedAccessed: 2026-04-30
- Vybe BlogAccessed: 2026-04-24
- Rows Blog ComparisonAccessed: 2026-04-20