# Chat AI vs ChatGPT

The clearest difference is ads: Chat AI at none against ChatGPT's shown. Chat AI also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.0). ChatGPT's advantage is ratings volume (11M vs 328K) and chart position (#1 vs #25). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chat AI sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.39 per 7 days and ChatGPT sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $8.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Chat AI against 4.8 for ChatGPT. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChatGPT has 11M ratings behind it against 328K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Chat AI's written reviews are positive against 70% of ChatGPT's.

Chat AI ships an update every 2 weeks, ChatGPT weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chat AI | ChatGPT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (328K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chat-ai-ask-agent-anything/id1668787639/reviews) | [4.8 (11M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 328K | **11M** |
| Positive reviews | **88.3% of reviews** | 70.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #25 | **#1** |
| Size | 191 MB | 227 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [DEEP FLOW SOFTWARE SERVICES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833881740) | [OpenAI OpCo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684349733) |

## What reviewers say

### Chat AI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chat-ai-ask-agent-anything/id1668787639)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Grossing · Productivity, #164 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Engage in personalized conversations with an AI that understands and adapts to you. Access specialized AI assistants for various tasks, generate unique images from text, and get instant information about the world through photos. This app also offers writing assistance, language learning, and homework help.

**Highlights:** Personalized AI conversations, Specialized AI assistants, AI image generation, Image-based information retrieval, AI writing assistance, Language learning tools, Homework helper, Document and video summarization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ASKAI Premium 1 Week | $7.39 | per 7 days |
| ASKAI Premium 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| ASKAI Premium 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Ask AI Premium 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| ASKAI Elite 1 Week Free | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Ask AI Premium 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Chat AI Premium 1 Week | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| ASKAI Premium 1 Month Free | $19.99 | per month |
| ASKAI Premium 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| ASKAI Premium 1 Year | $44.99 | per year |
| ASKAI Premium Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| ASKAI Premium Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful language model
- 🔍 Provides accurate and helpful responses
- 💡 Versatile and useful for various purposes
- ⏱️ Available 24/7 for convenient access
- 🧠 Impressive knowledge and understanding

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Limited ability to discuss certain topics
- 🔁 Repetitive or generic responses at times
- 🧠 Potential for biased or outdated information
- 🔢 Restricted number of questions per day in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistencies in information retrieval
- Occasional issues with text generation quality

**Requested features**

- Allow more flexibility in conversation topics
- Improve response personalization and adaptability
- Integrate voice interaction and audio capabilities
- Provide more seamless cross-device synchronization
- Enhance visual presentation and user interface


### ChatGPT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Productivity, #1 Top Grossing, #2 Top Free · Productivity, #2 Top Free (US App Store)

This app provides access to advanced AI capabilities, including text generation, image creation from descriptions, and voice conversations. It offers personalized advice, creative inspiration, and instant answers for various tasks, syncing history across devices.

**Highlights:** Image generation from text, Advanced voice conversations, Photo upload and transcription, Creative inspiration and ideas, Tailored advice and planning, Personalized learning assistance, Professional brainstorming

**Features:** Safari Extension, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support, Fun Camera support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ChatGPT Go | $8.00 | per month |
| ChatGPT Plus | $19.99 | per month |
| ChatGPT Pro 5x | $100.00 | per month |
| ChatGPT Pro 20x | $200.00 | per month |
| ChatGPT Plus | $200.00 | per year |
| 100 Credits | $4.00 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $20.00 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $40.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and versatile AI assistant
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🤖 Impressive conversational abilities
- 💡 Convenient mobile access to ChatGPT
- 🧠 Vast knowledge base on diverse topics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies or inconsistencies in responses
- 🔖 Limited to pre-2021 data, lacking real-time updates
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage
- 🔍 Difficulty in navigating and managing conversation history

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected app crashes or freezes
- Issues with login and account verification
- Inconsistent performance on different iOS devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to integrate with other apps and services
- Support for voice commands and audio responses
- Enhanced search and organization of conversation history
- Customization options for the AI's personality and behavior
- Improved accessibility features for users with disabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chat AI free?

Chat AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ChatGPT free?

ChatGPT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Chat AI or ChatGPT?

Chat AI and ChatGPT are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 328K and 11M ratings respectively.

### Do Chat AI or ChatGPT have ads?

ChatGPT shows ads; Chat AI does not.

### Which is updated more often, Chat AI or ChatGPT?

Chat AI ships an update every 2 weeks, and ChatGPT weekly. Most recently, Chat AI was updated on September 24, 2026 and ChatGPT on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Chat AI or ChatGPT?

Chat AI currently peaks at #25 in the App Store charts, and ChatGPT at #1. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*