General AI chatbots
Falcon: review, pricing, data and alternatives
Falcon lets users chat with Falcon models to write and summarize texts or ask technical questions. Users can also download models to run on their own infrastructure. A free tier exists. Access and transparency score: 48/100, #17 of 20 in its category.
| Access | 15/30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Openness | 10/30 | |
| Trust | 23/40 |
What is Falcon?
Falcon lets users chat with Falcon models to write and summarize texts or ask technical questions. Users can also download models to run on their own infrastructure.
According to its documentation, Falcon lets you:
- chat with Falcon models
- write and summarize texts
- answer technical questions
- download models to run on your own infrastructure
We file it under General AI chatbots, the category of tools to chat with a general-purpose AI, and it also overlaps with local LLM tools. The category lists 20 verified tools on this site.
The publisher is Technology Innovation Institute – Sole Proprietorship L.L.C., based in United Arab Emirates. The service launched in 2023, which gives it some track record.
Who is it for?
It is mostly useful to these profiles: developers, researchers, and students. The need it covers is simple to state: chat with a general-purpose AI.
Falcon is a good candidate if:
- you want to try before paying
- you also work from your phone
- you want to read the code or host it yourself
Before deciding, run a trial on a real task and measure the time saved: it is the only criterion that really counts.
How much does Falcon cost?
Pricing model: free. Basic use costs nothing.
To estimate what the same work would cost done directly with an AI model, use our API price calculator. Prices change often: always check the official site before subscribing.
Data and privacy
The publisher does not clearly state where data is hosted. Assume your content may leave your region.
For professional use, check that a data processing agreement (DPA) is offered, and do not send customers' personal data or confidential documents without one.
No export feature is documented: keep a copy of your content elsewhere.
Three habits apply to every AI tool:
- turn off the use of your content for training if the option exists
- use a work account separate from your personal account
- review everything the tool produces before publishing or sending it
Platforms, languages and API
Falcon runs on: web browser and iPhone and iPad.
Interface languages: English.
API availability is not documented.
How we scored it
Our 48/100 score does not judge output quality: it measures what can be publicly verified about access to the tool, its openness and how far the publisher can be trusted.
| Criterion | Points | What counts |
|---|---|---|
| Access | 15/30 | free tier, published price, French interface |
| Openness | 10/30 | API, data export, open code |
| Trust | 23/40 | identified publisher, declared hosting, age, presence in reference lists |
The full calculation is explained on our method page.
Comparison with alternatives
Falcon against other tools in the general AI chatbots category:
Verdict
Falcon publishes little verifiable information: look at the better-scored alternatives first.
Strengths
- Free tier to try it
- Public source code
- Established since 2023
Limitations
- Data hosting not disclosed
- Data export not documented
Avoid if…
- You handle sensitive personal data without a processing agreement
- You need to easily retrieve your full history
Alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is Falcon free?
Yes, a free plan exists, with usage limits.
Where is Falcon data stored?
The publisher does not clearly say so in its public documentation.
Does Falcon have an API?
It is not documented.
What are the alternatives to Falcon?
In the same category: Gemini, ChatGPT, LibreChat, and Claude.
Falcon or Gemini: which one to choose?
Our score is 48/100 for Falcon and 85/100 for Gemini. Try both on the same task before paying.
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