ChatGPT review
The most popular all-round AI assistant: writing, coding, image generation, voice and web search in one app.
ChatGPT by OpenAI is the default choice for most people starting with AI. It handles everyday questions, long-form writing, coding help, data analysis on uploaded files, image generation and real-time voice conversations.
The free plan is generous for casual use. Plus unlocks higher limits and the newest models; Pro is aimed at heavy professional users who need maximum usage and the strongest reasoning modes.
Best for
Pros
- Very broad feature set in one app
- Strong free tier
- Image generation and voice mode built in
- Large ecosystem of custom GPTs
Cons
- Usage limits on the newest models even on Plus
- Pro plans are expensive for occasional use
- Regional prices can differ from the US price
How ChatGPT scores
Editorial scores for the tool overall, not a lab test. How we score
- Writing
- 9
- Coding
- 8
- Research
- 8
- Images
- 9
- Study
- 9
- Work
- 8
- Everyday
- 10
- Value
- 8
ChatGPT plans
Free
- Default model with limits
- Web search
- Limited file uploads and image generation
Go
Check the price in your local checkout
- Higher limits than Free
- More uploads and image generation
Plus
- Text, files, data analysis and code
- Codex coding agent
- Higher limits for tools and research
Pro (5x)
- About 5x the Plus usage level (multiplier, not a fixed number of requests)
Pro (20x)
Open to new subscriptions again since October 2026, with a lower usage allowance than before; earlier subscribers keep the previous allowance until 2026-10-29
- About 20x the Plus usage level
Pro 500
- Highest usage allowance of the three Pro plans
- The only Pro plan with GPT-6 Astra Ultrafast
Business Standard
$20/month when billed annually; minimum 2 seats
- Managed workspace
- ChatGPT and Codex included
- Minimum 2 seats; Standard and Premium seats can be mixed
Business Premium
$100/month when billed annually; minimum 2 seats
- Higher usage seats for heavy users
- Can be mixed with Standard seats
US prices before tax. Last checked 2026-10-07. Full pricing details
Frequently asked questions
How much is ChatGPT Plus?
ChatGPT Plus costs $20 per month in the United States. In many other countries the price is shown in local currency and may include VAT, so the final amount can be higher or lower than $20.
Is there a free version of ChatGPT?
Yes. The Free plan gives access to the default model with daily limits, web search and limited uploads. Paid plans raise the limits and unlock newer models.
What is the difference between ChatGPT Plus and Pro?
Plus ($20/month) covers text, files, analysis and code. Pro comes in two levels: about 5x the Plus usage for $100/month and about 20x for $200/month. New purchases of the $200 level have been paused since 10 September 2026 (US list prices, before tax).