OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Plus with monthly subscription fee of $20

For those seeking quicker AI interactions without the wait.

OpenAI has revealed its latest offering, ChatGPT Plus, a monthly subscription plan priced at $20. The plan promises expedited access to the AI chatbot, especially during high traffic periods, when free users may have to wait. Additionally, subscribers can expect quicker response times and early access to new features and upgrades.

OpenAI is set to extend invitations for the service to US-based waitlist subscribers in the coming weeks and plans to expand to other countries in the future.

OpenAI's new ChatGPT Plus service, which was initially rumored to be priced at $42 per month, is now available for $20 per month. This makes the service more accessible to a wider range of users, including students and businesses that need AI-generated text. This lower price point may also set the standard for future paid AI chatbots. OpenAI is a leader in this field and any competitor that charges more than $20 per month will need to offer a compelling reason for the premium price.

Despite the lower price, the use of AI for writing tasks, such as homework assignments, remains a contentious issue. OpenAI recently released a free tool to detect generated text, but its effectiveness remains to be seen. Despite the new paid service, OpenAI will continue to offer free access to ChatGPT and hopes that paid users will help support free access for all.