Is ChatGPT Plus Worth it? Here's My Updated Review After GPT-4o

Summary

In this video, Ryan from AI Insider revisits the question of whether ChatGPT Plus is worth the $20/month fee in 2024. He highlights new features, including access to GPT-4, image generation via DALL-E, custom GPTs, and data analysis tools. Ryan emphasizes that the Plus version is ideal for frequent users, while those with lighter use can consider free alternatives like Claude, Microsoft Co-pilot, or Meta's LLaMA 3. He also mentions AI tools for image generation and encourages users to explore these options based on their needs.

Takeaways

• 📊 ChatGPT Plus offers more features compared to the free version, including early access to new updates and models like GPT-4 Turbo.
• 💡 Frequent users of ChatGPT will benefit from the Plus version, which costs $20 per month and offers higher usage limits, especially with GPT-4.
• 📝 The free version of ChatGPT still provides access to GPT-3.5 and GPT-4, but with limitations, like fewer messages and slower responses.
• 🔍 GPT Plus includes extra features like data analysis, file uploads, vision capabilities, and access to DALL-E for image generation.
• 📈 One of the highlights of ChatGPT Plus is its ability to create data visualizations like pie charts and graphs, which isn't available in the free version.
• 🎨 DALL-E image generation is a paid feature exclusive to ChatGPT Plus users, adding more creative tools for content generation.
• 🛠 Custom GPTs, pre-configured tools for specific tasks, are also available in the premium version of ChatGPT, enhancing user productivity.
• 🚀 Alternatives to ChatGPT Plus include Claude 3.5 and Microsoft Copilot, both offering competitive free and paid plans, though with fewer features like image generation.
• 📉 Microsoft Copilot offers free AI tools but falls short in image quality and advanced functionalities compared to ChatGPT Plus.
• 🛡 If you're not using ChatGPT frequently (e.g., daily), the free version or alternatives like Claude or Llama 3 might be more suitable for your needs.

Q & A

What prompted Ryan to create an updated video about ChatGPT Plus?

Ryan made the updated video because OpenAI announced the release of GPT-4 to the public for free, which made his previous video on this topic outdated.

Is ChatGPT Plus worth it in 2024, according to Ryan?

Ryan believes ChatGPT Plus is worth it in 2024 if you're a frequent user, using the tool daily or multiple times per week. Otherwise, it may not be necessary.

What are the main benefits of ChatGPT Plus compared to the free version?

The main benefits include early access to new features, access to three language models (GPT-4 Turbo, GPT-4, and 3.5), more message limits for GPT-4, data analysis, file uploads, vision, web browsing, DALL-E image generation, and the ability to use custom GPTs.

Why does Ryan suggest that frequent users of ChatGPT should opt for the paid version?

Frequent users should opt for the paid version because they get more message limits for GPT-4, access to data analysis, vision capabilities, and the ability to generate images, all of which are useful for daily or frequent usage.

What is one significant feature in ChatGPT Plus that free users miss out on?

Free users miss out on the ability to generate images using DALL-E and access custom GPTs, which are available only in the paid version.

What alternatives to ChatGPT Plus does Ryan recommend?

Ryan recommends alternatives like Claude 3.5 Sonet (free version), Microsoft Copilot (with image generation), and Llama 3 from Meta. He also mentions Leonardo AI as a free image generation tool.

How does Ryan compare Claude 3.5 to GPT-4?

Ryan likes Claude 3.5 as a free alternative to GPT-4, but mentions that Claude lacks image generation and real-time browsing, which GPT-4 offers.

What is Ryan's opinion on the premium version of Microsoft Copilot?

Ryan advises against paying for Microsoft Copilot Pro ($20/month), stating that it's not worth it compared to ChatGPT Plus, which offers more value for the same price.

What does Ryan say about the image quality generated by Copilot's Designer compared to DALL-E?

Ryan mentions that the quality of AI-generated images using Copilot's Designer is inferior to the images generated by DALL-E within ChatGPT Plus.

Why does Ryan suggest avoiding Llama 3 for those who prioritize high-quality AI tools?

Ryan suggests that Llama 3 is not as advanced as GPT-4 or Claude 3.5, making it a less appealing option for those seeking high-quality language models.