With Ramadan being so close, I thought it'd be fun to ask AI Chatbots specific questions about Islam and see how things go. I first wanted to test local models because I was sure all the online models will give me good answers, but then I figured it'll be more useful to compare these online models first!

I used Venice.ai to test various Stateof-of-the-Art AI Chatbots. Models I tested are (in this order):

• ChatGPT 5.2
• Gemini 3 Flash
• Grok 4.1 Fast
• DeepSeek 3.2
• GLM 5
• Kimi K2
• Claude 4.6 Opus

DeepSeek, Kimi, and GLM are open weight models, while ChatGPT, Claude, Grok and Gemini are models by big corporations.

So, here you go:

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The Prompt

Ramadan is 2 days from now. How should I prepare myself as a Muslim? Avoid generic advice. Your response must fit in 500 words or less.

I asked all the models below this exact prompt, to make comparisons between them so fair.

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AI Chatbot Responses:

Before giving you the responses, here's a table I compiled with the data obtained below that shows how model responses compare to each other. All chatbots gave actionable advice. All but one, gave the answer in markdown instead of plain text, and all models gave correct advice that you can follow right off the bat except a small mistake by Grok.

Grok 4.1 advised to do a sim fasting two days before Ramadan. That can't be done, because it's forbidden to fast the day before Ramadan and two days before it. Except if you have a habitual voluntary fasting, or have leftover days from the previous ramadan, so I marked this as "almost correct" in my data.

Model	Response Desc.	Word Count	# Advices	Correct	Markdown
🤖 ChatGPT 5.2	Detailed 48-hour prep plan	397	9	✅	✅
✨ Gemini 3 Flash	Metabolic focus, unique systems	403	6	✅	✅
😎 Grok 4.1 Fast	Concise checklist format	244	9	⚠️	✅
🔍 DeepSeek 3.2	Balanced spiritual-practical approach	275	9	✅	✅
🧠 GLM 5	Concise, balanced preparation guide	218	8	✅	✅
🌙 Kimi K2.5	Focus on religious debts	254	6	✅	❌
🎭 Claude 4.6 Opus	Comprehensive, realistic prep	460	8	✅	✅

ChatGPT 5.2

Here's a 48-hour, non-generic Ramadan prep plan that actually changes how the month feels from day 1.

1) Do a "first 3 days" rehearsal (today + tomorrow)

• Caffeine taper: If you're a daily coffee/tea person, cut your intake by 30–50% today, then half again tomorrow. Most day-1 headaches come from withdrawal, not fasting.
• Shift meal timing once: Eat a late dinner tonight (closer to sleep) and a very early breakfast tomorrow (as early as you can manage). This trains your body for suhoor.
• Hydration target: Tonight and tomorrow night, drink water in portions (e.g., 2–3 cups after iftar/dinner style meal, 2 cups before bed, 2 cups at suhoor). Don't chug.

2) Build a suhoor that won't betray you at 2 pm

Tomorrow, buy/prepare:

• Slow fuel: oats, whole grains, lentils/beans, sweet potato, whole-wheat bread.
• Protein + fat: eggs/Greek yogurt/cottage cheese, peanut/almond butter, olive oil, nuts.
• Salt + potassium: yogurt, bananas, dates, lightly salted soup/broth (prevents "washed-out" fatigue).
  Avoid: very sugary suhoor, spicy-heavy meals, and dry salty snacks (thirst trap).

3) Decide your "minimum daily worship rule" (so you don't negotiate with yourself)

Pick one small non-negotiable you can do even on your worst day, e.g.:

• 10 minutes Qur'an daily (same time, same place).
• 2 rak'ah after 'Isha if you can't do Tarawih.
• One page of dhikr after Fajr.
  Make it embarrassingly doable. Consistency beats intensity.

4) Clean your calendar like it's a worship act

In the next 2 days:

• Cancel/postpone one draining commitment per week of Ramadan.
• Choose 2 nights you'll protect for extra worship (even 30–45 minutes).
• If you work/study: identify your lowest-energy window (usually mid-afternoon) and schedule light tasks there.

5) Fix sleep before Ramadan fixes it for you

• Aim for earlier bedtime by 30–60 minutes tonight and tomorrow.
• Decide now: will you do one block (sleep after Tarawih, wake for suhoor) or two blocks (sleep early, nap midday)? Pick one strategy and commit.

6) Set one "character target" for the month

Not vague ("be better"), but specific:

• "No backbiting: if a conversation turns, I change topic or leave."
• "No angry texting while fasting."
• "Daily secret sadaqah, even small."

If you tell me your work/school hours, caffeine level, and whether you plan Tarawih, I'll tailor a day-1 schedule (suhoor/iftar/sleep/worship) that fits your life.

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Gemini 3 Flash

As Gemini 3 Flash Preview, I'll skip the ""read more Quran"" and ""eat dates"" platitudes. With 48 hours to go, you need tactical adjustments to hit the ground running.

1. Immediate Metabolic Switching
Stop the ""last meal"" bingeing. If you spike your insulin tonight with heavy carbs, you'll suffer a massive sugar crash on Day 1. Transition into a ketogenic-style diet immediately—high fats, moderate protein, zero refined sugars. This forces your body to start producing ketones now, drastically reducing the ""carb flu"" headache and lethargy during the first three days of the fast.

2. The Digital Friction Audit
Don't just promise to ""use your phone less."" Delete TikTok, Instagram, and any high-dopamine triggers from your phone tonight. If they are on your device, you will use them to kill time while fasting, which nukes the spiritual ""presence"" (muraqaba) you're aiming for. If you must keep them, move them into a folder on the last page of your home screen and disable all non-human notifications.

3. Caffeine Tapering and Electrolyte Loading
If you are a coffee drinker, cutting cold turkey on Day 1 causes a debilitating adenosine rebound (headaches). Half your intake tomorrow. More importantly, start ""pre-loading"" with high-quality electrolytes (magnesium, potassium, and sodium) tonight. Most ""fasting fatigue"" is actually cellular dehydration, not lack of calories.

4. The ""Vice Penalty"" System
Identify the one non-physical sin that ruins your fast—usually backbiting (Ghibah) or losing your temper. Set a financial ""tax"" on yourself. Every time you catch yourself slipping, you must immediately donate a set amount (e.g., $20) to a cause you support. This creates an immediate, visceral consequence for poor behavior that ""free"" repentance sometimes lacks in the moment of anger.

5. Cognitive Mapping of the Last 10 Nights
Don't wait until the 20th of Ramadan to figure out your I'tikaf or Laylat al-Qadr strategy. Automate your daily Sadaqah now using apps or scheduled transfers so that even if you fall asleep, you don't miss the reward of the best nights.

6. Sleep Cycle Shifting
Start your ""Ramadan hours"" tonight. Go to bed two hours earlier than usual and wake up at the time you intend to eat Suhoor. If you wait until the first morning of Ramadan to change your circadian rhythm, you'll be a zombie by Dhuhr.

You have 48 hours. Focus on physiological prep and removing digital distractions so your mind is actually free to engage when the crescent is sighted.

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Grok 4.1 Fast

Physical Prep (Day 1-2)

• Hydrate aggressively: Drink 4-5L water daily, add electrolytes (pinch Himalayan salt + lemon). Test tolerance with 16-hour dry fast tomorrow.
• Suhoor blueprint: Pre-make overnight oats with dates, chia seeds, nuts, yogurt. Portion 500-600cal; eat 90min pre-Fajr. Avoid caffeine post-noon.
• Health audit: Check BP/glucose if diabetic; stock miswak, black seed oil for energy. Light walk 30min daily to build stamina.

Spiritual Prep

• Niyyah ritual: Tonight, after Isha, sit in itikaf 30min. Write personal Ramadan goals on paper (e.g., 1 Juz/day Quran, 100x Istighfar nightly). Burn/recite at Maghrib first day.
• Dua stack: Memorize 3: Opening fast (""Allahumma inni...""), protection from Hell, accepted deeds. Recite 10x post-Fajr.
• Quran reset: Download app with audio (e.g., offline Bayyinah). Mark 30 Juz divisions; aim Khatm by Eid.

Logistics & Routine

• Grocery hit: Buy 10kg dates (Medjool), vermicelli for sheer khurma, labneh, olives, samosa sheets. Freeze iftar proteins (chicken kebabs).
• Schedule lock: Shift work naps to Zuhr; inform boss of 10min Taraweeh breaks. Family rota: Alternate cooking duties.
• Mosque scout: Visit local masjid; note Taraweeh imam, parking, women's section capacity. Pack prayer mat, water bottle.

Mental Edge

• Fast sim: Tomorrow, voluntary fast till Asr. Journal hunger triggers to preempt.
• Detox: Delete TikTok/Netflix apps; replace with 10min dhikr alarms. Track daily with app (e.g., Muslim Pro).

First iftar: Simple—dates, water, soup. You've got 48hrs; execute now. Ramadan Mubarak prep mode activated. (248 words)

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DeepSeek 3.2

With Ramadan two days away, focus on concrete, immediate actions that transition you into the month.

Spiritual & Mental:

• Set Specific Intentions: Move beyond ""fasting Ramadan."" Decide on one measurable goal: ""I will complete the entire Qur'an with tafsir (exegesis) of Surah Al-Kahf each Friday,"" or ""I will make istighfar (seek forgiveness) 100 times after each prayer.""
• Pre-Ramadan Night Prayer (Tahajjud): Dedicate the next two nights to qiyam, even if brief. Use this to spiritually ""warm up"" and make personal duas for the month.
• Digital Declutter: Now. Delete distracting apps from your phone or use strict screen-time limits. Schedule essential notifications. Your attention is your primary worship asset.

Physical & Practical:

• Caffeine & Meal Adjustment: If you drink coffee, start reducing intake today to avoid withdrawal headaches on the first fasting day. Shift your largest meal to pre-dawn (suhoor) time immediately.
• Suhoor Prep: Prepare high-protein, slow-energy release foods (eggs, oats, dates, nuts) in advance. Hydration is not just water—include electrolytes (natural sources: coconut water, bananas).
• Logistics: Plan your sleep schedule around Fajr and Isha/Tarawih. Block your work calendar for reduced capacity if possible. Pre-cook and freeze some iftar meals to preserve energy for worship.

Community & Charity:

• Reconcile One Relationship: Reach out today to mend ties with one person. A clean heart entering Ramadan is critical.
• Activate Sadaqah: Don't just plan to give—set up automated donations or prepare sealed envelopes for daily charity. Tangibility matters.

Key Mindset: Ramadan is a divine guest. Prepare like you would for an honored visitor: clean your heart (through repentance), your schedule (through prioritization), and your space (by removing distractions). The preparation is itself an act of worship.

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GLM 5

With two days left, focus on high-impact, time-sensitive preparations:

Physical Transition (Start Today)

• Begin adjusting your sleep schedule now. Shift bedtime and wake time by 30-60 minutes toward your target Ramadan schedule. Your body needs gradual adjustment.
• Reduce caffeine intake immediately to avoid withdrawal headaches during the first days of fasting. Cut consumption by half today.
• Start hydrating heavily—aim for 3+ liters daily. Pre-load your system before the fasting begins.

Meal Planning

• Plan and shop for suhoor foods that provide sustained energy: complex carbs (oats, whole grains), protein (eggs, yogurt, beans), and healthy fats. Avoid sugary items that cause crashes.
• Prepare freezer meals now for iftar so you're not cooking extensively while fasting. Soups, stews, and pre-marinated proteins freeze well.

Spiritual Setup

• Set specific, measurable goals: ""Complete one juz daily"" or ""Pray all sunnah prayers"" rather than vague intentions like ""be more spiritual.""
• Download a reliable Ramadan app for prayer times and Quran tracking if you haven't already.
• Identify which ibadah you've neglected most—taraweeh? Night prayers? Quran recitation?—and prioritize that area.

Logistics

• Inform your employer/teachers about schedule adjustments you'll need. Request accommodation for prayer breaks or early departure if applicable.
• Cancel or reschedule non-essential commitments for the first week when adjustment is hardest.

Two days is enough if you move with intention and specificity.

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Kimi K2.5

Clear your religious debts immediately: complete any missed fasts from last Ramadan before this one begins. If you owe days from pregnancy, illness, or travel, pay them now—Ramadan doesn't forgive previous Ramadan's deficits.

Taper stimulants ruthlessly: eliminate caffeine and nicotine by tomorrow morning. Day-three withdrawal headaches during the first fasts destroy spiritual focus; suffer the adjustment now while you can medicate with water.

Shift your circadian rhythm tonight: begin waking for tahajjud (the last third of the night) and eating a minimal suhoor immediately after, even if just dates. Train your ghrelin clock before the pressure begins so hunger doesn't ambush you at Duhr on day one.

Reconcile specifically, not vaguely: message three people you've harmed or cut off with concrete apologies. ""I'm sorry for what I said in the parking lot last August"" works; ""sorry if I ever hurt you"" doesn't. Ramadan requires intact relationships—unresolved beef blocks du'a acceptance.

Lock your meal prep: cook and freeze ten days of protein-dense suhoor bases (lentils, oats, eggs) today. Decision fatigue destroys Ramadan; eliminate choices before the month starts.

Reset your Quranic relationship realistically: if you've abandoned recitation, don't vow a full khatm. Commit to five minutes after Fajr without fail. Consistency beats intensity when you're rebuilding.

Secure the last ten nights now: block calendar exemptions, request vacation days, or delegate work deadlines. Don't hope for free time—manufacture it before schedules solidify.

Audit your zakat: calculate and discharge outstanding obligations before the first night. Purify your wealth before the month purifies your soul.

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Claude 4.6 Opus

Preparing for Ramadan Starting February 18

Tonight and tomorrow — fix your sleep schedule now, not on Day 1. Start shifting your wake-up time to 30-45 minutes before Fajr. If you've been waking up at 7am, that's a brutal adjustment on Day 1. Do it tonight. Set your alarm, eat something small, stay up through Fajr, then nap if needed. Two days of this and your body won't fight you.

Taper your caffeine today. If you drink coffee daily and go cold turkey, you'll have a splitting headache by Dhuhr on Day 1 that has nothing to do with hunger. Cut your intake in half today, half again tomorrow. Or switch to tea. The withdrawal headache ruins more first days than actual fasting does.

Stock your suhoor properly. Stop planning elaborate predawn meals — you won't cook at 4am for 30 days. Buy: eggs (fast to cook), oats, dates, full-fat yogurt, bananas, peanut butter, whole grain bread. High protein + complex carbs + fats. Avoid anything salty at suhoor — you'll regret it by 2pm. Fill your fridge before Wednesday so you're not scrambling.

Settle your debts and grudges before it starts. This isn't generic ""be a better person"" advice — there's a specific prophetic emphasis on entering Ramadan with a clean slate between you and others. That person you've been avoiding? Send them a message today. That money you owe someone? Pay it or set a plan. Ramadan's spiritual doors don't open the same way when you're carrying unresolved weight with people.

Pick ONE realistic Quran goal. Not ""finish the whole Quran"" if you haven't read consistently in months. If you're rusty, commit to 4 pages after each salah — that's 20 pages a day, full khatmah by Day 30. If even that's ambitious, do 2 pages after Fajr and Maghrib. A goal you actually hit beats an aspirational one you abandon by Day 5.

Prepare your dua list now. Write down 5-10 specific things you want to ask for this Ramadan. Not vague stuff — specific names, specific amounts, specific outcomes. Keep it on your phone. The moments right before iftar when your dua is most accepted shouldn't be spent trying to remember what you wanted to ask for.

Identify your time-wasters and set boundaries. You already know what they are. Set screen time limits on your phone for social media apps starting Wednesday. Ramadan is 720 hours. You won't get that back. The difference between a transformative Ramadan and a forgettable one is almost entirely about what you do with non-eating, non-sleeping hours.

Finally — lower your expectations for Day 1-3. You'll be irritable, tired, and hungry. That's normal physiology, not spiritual failure. Your body adjusts by Day 4-5. Don't judge your whole Ramadan by how the first few days feel.

Ramadan Mubarak. Make it count.

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Breakdown of Individual Advices Per Chatbot

Advice	🤖 ChatGPT 5.2	✨ Gemini 3 Flash	😎 Grok 4.1 Fast	🔍 DeepSeek 3.2	🧠 GLM 5	🌙 Kimi K2.5	🎭 Claude 4.6 Opus	Count
☕ Caffeine taper/reduction	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	7/7
🎯 Set specific worship goals	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	7/7
😴 Adjust sleep schedule	✅	✅	❌	✅	✅	✅	✅	6/7
🥣 Suhoor food prep (protein, complex carbs)	✅	❌	✅	✅	✅	❌	✅	5/7
📱 Digital detox (delete/limit apps)	❌	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌	✅	4/7
🍲 Pre-cook/freeze meals	❌	❌	✅	✅	✅	✅	❌	4/7
🤝 Reconcile relationships	✅	❌	❌	✅	❌	✅	✅	4/7
🌙 Plan for last 10 nights	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌	✅	❌	4/7
💧 Hydrate heavily (pre-load water)	✅	❌	✅	❌	✅	❌	❌	3/7
⚡ Electrolytes supplementation	❌	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌	❌	3/7
🧂 Avoid salty/sugary foods at suhoor	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅	❌	✅	3/7
📅 Cancel/reduce commitments	✅	❌	❌	✅	✅	❌	❌	3/7
💼 Notify employer of schedule changes	❌	❌	✅	❌	✅	❌	❌	2/7
🚶 Physical activity/walking	❌	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	❌	1/7
🤲 Prepare dua list in advance	❌	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	✅	2/7
🕌 Complete missed fasts from prior Ramadan	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	✅	❌	1/7
💰 Pay zakat before Ramadan	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	✅	❌	1/7
🥑 Ketogenic diet transition	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	1/7
💸 Financial "vice penalty" system	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	1/7
🧪 Test fast before Ramadan	❌	❌	✅	❌	❌	❌	❌	1/7
📉 Lower expectations for Days 1-3	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌	✅	1/7

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