# AI ChatBot Assistant vs ChatGPT

The clearest difference is monetization model: ChatGPT at free with in-app purchases against AI ChatBot Assistant's subscription. ChatGPT also leads on ratings volume (11M vs 32K) and chart position (#1 vs #109). AI ChatBot Assistant's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AI ChatBot Assistant sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.7 for AI ChatBot Assistant against 4.8 for ChatGPT. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChatGPT has 11M ratings behind it against 32K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of AI ChatBot Assistant's written reviews are positive against 70% of ChatGPT's.

AI ChatBot Assistant ships an update every 2 weeks, ChatGPT weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | AI ChatBot Assistant | ChatGPT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-chatbot-assistant-askeasy/id6447290444/reviews) | **[4.8 (11M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32K | **11M** |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | **70.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #109 | **#1** |
| Size | 130 MB | 227 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Zilingial Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1540244305) | [OpenAI OpCo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684349733) |

## What reviewers say

### AI ChatBot Assistant

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-chatbot-assistant-askeasy/id6447290444)

**Currently charting:** #109 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This AI assistant helps with daily tasks, answering queries, writing content, and generating images. It can also summarize documents, translate languages, and create captions for photos, making life more efficient and fun.

**Highlights:** AI Image Generator, AI Writing Assistant, Upload and Ask (PDFs), Photo Caption Generator, Language Assistance, Summarize Texts, Daily Task Helper

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI ChatBot: 1 Week Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Helper for 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Assistant for 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Chat Bot: Weekly Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| AI ChatBot: 1 Week Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| AI ChatBot - 1 Week Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Bot - 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| AI ChatBot - 1 Month | $13.99 | per month |
| AI Assistant Helper - 1 Year | $14.99 | per year |
| AI Assistant - 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| AI ChatBot for 1 Year | $24.99 | per year |
| AI ChatBot: Access for 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Extremely helpful and efficient
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
- 💡 Innovative AI capabilities
- 🤖 Impressive and intelligent responses
- ⭐ Excellent for homework and work tasks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Limited free trial period
- 🐛 Occasional technical issues and bugs
- 🤖 Responses can sometimes be inconsistent

**Reported bugs**

- Abrupt cutoff of responses due to character limits
- Inconsistent performance and server errors
- Difficulty canceling subscriptions

**Requested features**

- Expand free usage limits
- Improve memory and context retention
- Add more language and localization options
- Integrate with more productivity tools and platforms


### ChatGPT

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Productivity, #1 Top Grossing, #2 Top Free · Productivity, #3 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 AI ChatBot Assistant free?

AI ChatBot Assistant 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, AI ChatBot Assistant or ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is rated higher. AI ChatBot Assistant averages 4.7 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while ChatGPT averages 4.8 from 11M ratings.

### Do AI ChatBot Assistant or ChatGPT have ads?

ChatGPT shows ads; AI ChatBot Assistant does not.

### Which is updated more often, AI ChatBot Assistant or ChatGPT?

AI ChatBot Assistant ships an update every 2 weeks, and ChatGPT weekly. Most recently, AI ChatBot Assistant was updated on September 25, 2026 and ChatGPT on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, AI ChatBot Assistant or ChatGPT?

AI ChatBot Assistant currently peaks at #109 in the App Store charts, and ChatGPT at #1. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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