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While Instinct is one of the buzziest AI agents at present
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Below are the most notable options so far, from general-purpose personal assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
Key facts
- While Instinct is one of the buzziest AI agents at present, thanks to its $10 billion valuation after its latest funding round of $1 billion, there are many others also making a play for this space
- Launched in June 2026, Ollie offers a free tier, as well as paid plans starting at $25 per month for 150 messages
- Instinct first made headlines after raising $350 million at a $2.5 billion valuation
- The company launched in beta in early September 2026 and has raised $3.5 million in pre-seed funding
Summary
Rather than downloading another app, a growing number of agents can simply be texted like an ordinary person. You text it what you need, and it can remember context, connect to the apps and services you already use, and complete tasks on your behalf. While Instinct is one of the buzziest AI agents at present, thanks to its $10 billion valuation after its latest funding round of $1 billion, there are many others also making a play for this space. Ask Proxy ’s biggest differentiator is that it “thinks like a woman,” meaning it aims to anticipate your needs before you even ask, the company explains on its website.