Who Can Use Gemini 3 Pro? (Quick Answer)
Gemini 3 marks the beginning of Google’s next era of intelligence. The base Gemini 3 model is now widely available across Google products, while access to Gemini 3 Pro and the upcoming Deep Think mode still depends on your subscription plan.
Quick summary:
- Gemini 3 (base model) is available:
- To everyone in the Gemini app (mobile and web)
- To Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in AI Mode in Search
- To developers via Gemini API in AI Studio, Google Antigravity, and Gemini CLI
- To enterprises via Vertex AI and Gemini Enterprise
- Gemini 3 Pro (advanced model) is currently limited to:
- Google AI Ultra subscribers
- Paid Gemini API users
- Gemini 3 Deep Think mode is not live yet:
- It is undergoing safety evaluation and testing
- It will roll out first to Google AI Ultra subscribers in the coming weeks
And if you don’t have a Google Ultra subscription, there’s good news — GlobalGPT has already integrated Gemini 3 Pro, so you can try it for free today.
What Is Gemini 3 vs Gemini 3 Pro vs Deep Think
Before diving into access levels, it helps to understand the layers of the Gemini 3 ecosystem:
- Gemini 3 (base model)
Google’s new-generation core model that powers the Gemini app, Search AI Mode, and developer integrations. It’s available to all users, including those on the free tier. - Gemini 3 Pro
A more powerful variant built for advanced reasoning, coding, and agentic workflows. It’s designed for demanding developer and enterprise workloads and is accessible only through higher-tier plans such as Ultra or paid API usage. - Gemini 3 Deep Think
An upcoming “deep reasoning” mode that pushes Gemini 3’s intelligence even further. Google is still conducting safety reviews before releasing it — initially to Ultra subscribers.
When Google mentions “Gemini 3” in general announcements, it refers to the base model. Gemini 3 Pro and Deep Think sit one and two levels above it, respectively.
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Who Can Use Gemini 3 Today
According to Google’s official rollout plan, Gemini 3 is now available across multiple surfaces:
1. Everyone in the Gemini App
- Available to all users (free and paid) on mobile and web.
- Lets you chat with Gemini 3 and access its multimodal reasoning features without extra setup.
2. Google AI Pro and Ultra in Search (AI Mode)
- Gemini 3 powers the new AI Mode in Google Search.
- Access in Search is available to:
- Google AI Pro subscribers (base Gemini 3 model)
- Google AI Ultra subscribers (Gemini 3 Pro features enabled)
- This marks the first time Google has shipped a Gemini model to Search on day one.
3. Developers via AI Studio, Antigravity, and Gemini CLI
Developers can build with Gemini 3 through:
- Gemini API in AI Studio
- Google Antigravity, the new agent-first development platform
- Gemini CLI, for command-line coding and automation
These tools enable you to generate code, run commands, automate engineering tasks, and build agentic workflows directly from your terminal or IDE.
4. Enterprises via Vertex AI and Gemini Enterprise
Gemini 3 is integrated into Google’s enterprise stack through Vertex AI en Gemini Enterprise, allowing businesses to deploy Gemini 3 inside production systems and data pipelines at scale.
Who Gets Immediate Access to Gemini 3 Pro?
1. Google AI Ultra Subscribers (Instant Access)
If you subscribe to Google AI Ultra, you already have full access to Gemini 3 Pro inside Gemini CLI.
Inclusief:
- Individual Ultra subscribers
- Developers paying for Ultra
- Ultra plan users inside AI Studio
Not yet included:
- Ultra for Business (coming soon)
Ultra subscribers are currently the first and primary group with guaranteed real-time access.
2. Paid Gemini API Users (Instant Access)
If you have a paid Gemini API key, meaning you are billed for API usage through AI Studio or Google Cloud, you can already use Gemini 3 Pro in Gemini CLI.
This includes:
- Pay-as-you-go API users
- Enterprise developers paying for usage
- Teams using billing accounts connected to Google Cloud
As long as your API key has paid access enabled, Gemini 3 Pro will work immediately.
Who Will Get Gemini 3 Pro and Deep Think Next
Google has confirmed additional tiers are coming soon:
- Gemini Code Assist Enterprise will gain Pro access next, featuring deep IDE + CLI integration and agentic workflows.
- Gemini 3 Deep Think mode is still in testing and will launch first to Ultra subscribers after safety evaluation.
If you’re on an enterprise or advanced developer plan, expect access to expand as Google finalizes rollout.
Who Must Join the Waitlist? (Not Yet Eligible)
Even with Gemini 3’s broad availability, some advanced features remain gated.
You may need to join a waitlist or upgrade if you are:
- Op Google AI Pro and want full Gemini 3 Pro or Deep Think access within CLI or API.
- Op Code Assist Standard, which does not yet include Gemini 3 Pro.
- Op de Free tier — you can use Gemini 3 (base model) in the app, but Pro-level features and Deep Think require an upgrade or waitlist registration.
Kortom:
Gemini 3 Pro / Deep Think → priority for Ultra and paid API users
Gemini 3 (base) → broad access
Complete Access Table for Gemini 3 Pro
| User Type | Access Level | Opmerkingen |
|---|---|---|
| Google AI Ultra | ✅ Immediate access | Fully available in Gemini CLI |
| Paid Gemini API Key Users | ✅ Immediate access | Usage billed normally |
| Code Assist Enterprise | ⏳ Coming Soon | Rollout in progress |
| Google AI Pro | ❌ Waitlist required | Not included |
| Code Assist Standard | ❌ Waitlist required | Not included |
| Free Tier | ❌ Waitlist required | Not included |
How to Join the Gemini 3 Pro Waitlist
If you don’t have access yet, Google provides an official waitlist page.
You can join by:
- Signing into your Google AI account
- Opening the Gemini 3 Pro waitlist page
- Selecting your plan and submitting your request
Google will notify you by email once access is granted.
How to Access Gemini 3 Pro Through Gemini CLI
If you’re eligible (Ultra or paid API), install the latest Gemini CLI (≥ 0.16.x) and run:
bashCopy
gemini --model gemini-3-pro chatThis unlocks:
- Agentic coding
- Multi-step reasoning
- Tool execution
- Terminal-native workflows
- Intelligent command optimization
Use Gemini 3 Pro to generate apps, refactor code, and automate engineering tasks directly from your terminal.
How to Use Gemini 3 Pro on GlobalGPT (Free Option)
If you don’t have a paid Google AI tier, you can still experience Gemini 3 Pro for free on GlobalGPT — a third-party multi-model AI platform that has already integrated Gemini 3 Pro.
Dat kan:
- Try Gemini 3 Pro for free
- Compare it against top models like GPT-5.1 and Claude 4.5
- Use it for coding, reasoning, and experimentation without a Google subscription
Opmerking: GlobalGPT is an independent integration and not an official Google product.
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Veelgestelde vragen
Does Gemini 3 Pro replace Gemini 1.5 or Gemini 2.5?
No. Gemini 3 Pro does not replace Gemini 1.5 or Gemini 2.5. All versions continue to exist, and Gemini 3 Pro is offered as an upgrade option, not a replacement, so you can keep using older models where they fit your workload while moving more complex or critical tasks to Gemini 3 Pro.
Can I use Gemini 3 Pro in the browser?
Not yet. Right now, Gemini 3 Pro is only available through Gemini CLI and API-based integrations, with no dedicated browser UI or web chat experience, although browser access may be added later as Google expands support.
Does Gemini Pro (old naming) include Gemini 3 Pro?
No. The older “Gemini Pro” plan does not automatically include Gemini 3 Pro, and at this time only Google AI Ultra subscribers and paid Gemini API users have direct access, while other tiers such as Google AI Pro and Code Assist Standard generally do not include Gemini 3 Pro and may require waitlist access or an upgrade.
Is Gemini 3 Pro free?
Gemini 3 Pro is not generally available as a fully free model; direct access is tied to paid options like Google AI Ultra subscriptions and billed Gemini API usage, and while some platforms or student offers may let you try Gemini 3 Pro features at no cost, standard free-tier and most Pro users must either join a waitlist or upgrade to an eligible plan.
How do I access Gemini 3 Pro?
Abonneren op Google AI Ultra and use Gemini CLI or AI Studio.
Enable billing on a Gemini API key and select gemini-3-pro.
If you’re on a lower tier, join the waitlist or try GlobalGPT for free.
What is the Gemini 3 Pro student plan (Gemini 3 student)?
Google provides a special free Pro plan for students that is free for one year and includes unlimited chats, image uploads, and quiz generation, expanded access to the Gemini 3 Pro model along with advanced features like Deep Research and audio overviews, plus 2 TB of storage, and this “just for students” offer is currently available to eligible students until January 31, 2026.
Laatste gedachten
Gemini 3 Pro is Google’s most intelligent AI model yet — but access depends on your tier.
- Gemini 3 (base) → available to everyone via Gemini App, Search, developer tools, and enterprise platforms.
- Gemini 3 Pro / Deep Think → exclusive to Ultra and paid API users (for now).
- Code Assist Enterprise and student plans → next to gain access.
For developers and enthusiasts who want to try Gemini 3 Pro right away without switching plans, GlobalGPT offers a simple way to experience Google’s latest model alongside other top-tier AIs — and see how it changes your workflow.
