OpenAI’s artificial intelligence chatbot, ChatGPT, has soared in popularity since its November 2022 launch, with over one million users. While the free version has been popular, OpenAI has recently launched ChatGPT Plus which costs $20 per month. Here’s what you need to know to decide if ChatGPT Plus is worth the extra expense.
ChatGPT Plus offers most of the same features as the free version, including the ability to chat conversationally, answer questions, create content, write outlines and reject inappropriate requests. However, ChatGPT Plus also includes web browsing capabilities and access to plugins, with the ability to place Instacart orders or book travel on popular websites.
For business owners, the paid subscription allows for customized responses by modifying them, which can help the AI to learn more about their company. From there, businesses can integrate findings and suggestions into existing business systems, making the monthly fee more than worth it for organizations and power users.
ChatGPT Plus is notably faster than the free version and is not subject to peak use times. During ChatGPT’s peak times from 7 a.m. EST to 12 a.m. EST on weekdays, the service may shut down or deny requests. However, with ChatGPT Plus, users have access to the AI program at all times with faster response times.
The subscription model allows users to choose between three models of ChatGPT Plus, with GPT-4 providing more nuanced responses at the expense of speed. However, ChatGPT Plus can be used to search the web, giving access to post-2021 data and information.
While it may not be worth it for those using ChatGPT for fun or occasional use, for businesses using it for daily tasks like customer service emails, generating social media posts, or content marketing ideas, ChatGPT Plus is a worthy investment. Plus, as OpenAI promises more new features for ChatGPT Plus in the future, now may be the time to invest before the price increases. With faster response times, web browsing capabilities, and the ability to customize responses, ChatGPT Plus is a valuable tool for organizations and businesses.
