Quick answer
Grok is an AI assistant app for chatting, image creation and real-time answers that draw on posts from X. The latest Grok APK is version 1.2.53-release.00, updated October 30, 2026, and needs Android 9 or newer. It's free to use with limits, and SuperGrok subscriptions are sold as in-app purchases.
| App name | Grok |
|---|---|
| Developer | SpaceX Super Intelligence |
| Latest version | 1.2.53-release.00 |
| Updated | Oct 30, 2026 |
| Requires Android | 9 and up |
| Package name | ai.x.grok |
| Category | Productivity |
| Price | Free |
| Contains ads | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes |
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What is Grok?
Grok is an AI assistant you can chat with, ask questions, use for writing and coding help, and use to create images. It was built by xAI, the AI company founded by Elon Musk, and it's closely tied to X (formerly Twitter): Grok can search public posts on X to answer questions about what's happening right now. On Google Play the publisher is now listed as SpaceX Super Intelligence.
The standalone Android app arrived on Google Play in March 2025 and has passed 100 million downloads with a 4.9-star average. It's one of several AI assistants in our productivity apps category.
What's new in Grok 1.2.53
The latest Grok APK on Google Play is version 1.2.53-release.00, updated on October 30, 2026. Play doesn't list release notes for this version. Grok's models and features are mostly updated on the server side, so new capabilities often appear without a separate app update. Keep the app updated anyway, because some features need the newest version.
Key features
Chat with real-time information
Ask Grok anything and it answers in a conversational style. With search enabled, it looks at the web and public posts on X, which makes it quick at summarising breaking news and online discussions. Remember that posts on X aren't fact-checked, so real-time answers can repeat rumours.
Image creation and editing
Describe an image and Grok generates it, or upload a photo and ask for changes. The app also offers short video generation from images on supported plans.
Voice mode
Talk to Grok out loud and hear spoken replies, with several voices to pick from. It's handy for hands-free questions or practising conversation.
Reasoning modes
For hard problems, switch to a "think" mode where Grok spends longer working through maths, logic or code before answering.
Free and SuperGrok tiers
Everyone gets limited free use. SuperGrok subscriptions, bought inside the app, raise message limits and unlock the newest models and extra media features. Play lists in-app purchases from $4.99 to $300.00 per item.
How to install Grok APK on Android
Install Grok from Google Play.
- Check that your phone runs Android 9 or newer.
- Open Google Play, search for Grok, and check the developer is SpaceX Super Intelligence.
- Tap Install and open the app.
- Sign in with X, Google, Apple or an email address.
If Play isn't available on your phone, you can use Grok in a browser at grok.com. APKPeer links to the official listing and doesn't host a separate APK.
Is Grok APK safe?
The official Grok app is safe to install from Google Play. It has no ads and is rated Teen. Things to keep in mind:
- Content. Grok is intentionally less restrictive than many AI assistants, and its image tools drew strong criticism and regulatory attention after users created sexualised images of real people. The company has since added limits, but parents should still keep it away from younger children.
- Accuracy. Real-time answers built from posts on X can include misinformation. Check important facts against reliable news sources.
- Privacy. Your conversations are stored with your account. Review the data controls in settings, including whether your chats can be used to train models, and delete conversations you don't want kept.
- Fake apps. The real package name is ai.x.grok. Avoid "Grok AI" lookalikes from other developers.
Grok settings worth checking
- Data controls. In settings, choose whether your conversations can be used to improve Grok's models, and delete chats you don't want stored.
- Private chat. A private or temporary chat option keeps a conversation out of your history.
- Search sources. You can ask Grok to show the posts and web pages it used. For news, compare those with an established news outlet before sharing.
- Linked X account. If you signed in with X, your Grok activity and X activity are connected. Signing in with an email address keeps them more separate.
Free vs SuperGrok
Free use covers everyday chat, some image generation and voice mode, with daily limits that can change. SuperGrok raises those limits, gives priority access when the service is busy, and unlocks the most advanced models and media features. Subscriptions bought in the Android app are billed through Google Play, so manage or cancel them under Play Store → Payments & subscriptions. If you mostly use Grok to catch up on news, the free tier is usually enough. Heavy users of image and video tools are the ones most likely to hit limits.
Grok vs alternatives
- ChatGPT is the most widely used assistant, with a broad set of tools and stricter content rules.
- Google Gemini works with your Google apps and is built into many Android phones.
- Perplexity is better when you want cited, verifiable answers from news and web sources.
Grok stands out for fast takes on what people are talking about right now and for its image tools. If you value sources you can check or stricter safety filters, one of the alternatives will fit better.
Version history
Grok 1.2.53-release.00Latest
What changed (1)
- Bug fixes and improvements (Play shows no detailed notes for this release).
Source: play.google.com
Frequently asked questions
How do I install Grok on Android?
Open Google Play, search for Grok and check the developer is SpaceX Super Intelligence before tapping Install. It needs Android 9 or newer. It's free to install, and Play keeps it updated automatically. Avoid copies from other sites: they aren't from SpaceX Super Intelligence and may be altered, so the safest way to use Grok is the official listing.
Is Grok free?
Grok is free to download and use with daily limits. SuperGrok subscriptions, sold as in-app purchases from $4.99 to $300.00 per item on Google Play, raise those limits and unlock the most capable models and features.
Do I need an X account to use Grok?
No. The Grok app lets you sign in with an X account, but you can also sign in with Google, Apple or an email address. Grok can still search public posts on X to answer questions about current events.
Who makes the Grok app?
Grok was built by xAI, the AI company founded by Elon Musk. Google Play now lists the publisher as SpaceX Super Intelligence, and the app's own description calls the developer SpaceXSI.
Is Grok suitable for kids?
Grok is rated Teen on Google Play. It has looser content rules than many assistants and has been criticised over what its image tools could generate, so it isn't a good choice for younger children. Parents should use Google Family Link to manage access.
