ChatGPT
By OpenAI
OpenAI's general-purpose assistant for writing, analysis, coding help, image generation and web research.
Best for
- Everyday writing and brainstorming
- Analysing files and spreadsheets
- People who want one tool for most tasks
Good to know
- Free plan available
- Paid plans range from a low-cost Go tier to Pro plans for heavy users
- Business plan available for teams
Pricing
Free planGo $8/month, Plus $20/month, Pro from $100/month; Business $25/user/month billed monthly ($20 billed annually)
Checked on 23 October 2026 on the official OpenAI page. Prices change often; confirm before you buy.
Our take
The safest default if you only pay for one assistant: broad features and the largest ecosystem of integrations.