# ChatBox vs ChatGPT

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ChatGPT at 11M against ChatBox's 165K. ChatGPT also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 48%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ChatBox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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.

ChatGPT holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChatGPT has 11M ratings behind it against 165K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of ChatBox's written reviews are positive against 70% of ChatGPT's.

ChatBox ships an update every 10 days, ChatGPT weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChatBox | ChatGPT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (165K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatbox-ai-chat-with-chatbot/id6447763703/reviews) | **[4.8 (11M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 165K | **11M** |
| Positive reviews | 47.9% of reviews | **70.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #21 | **#1** |
| Size | 184 MB | 227 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [FLORATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1682503272) | [OpenAI OpCo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684349733) |

## What reviewers say

### ChatBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatbox-ai-chat-with-chatbot/id6447763703)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This AI-powered assistant offers a suite of tools for text generation, image creation, document processing, and real-time information retrieval. It can help with writing, problem-solving, brainstorming, and even generating music and stories.

**Highlights:** AI text generation, AI image generation, Document summarization and translation, Image-to-text conversion, AI music generation, Real-time search, AI story generation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Plus | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro Plus | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Plus subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient and helpful
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Versatile and capable
- 🤖 Intelligent and responsive
- 🧠 Impressive knowledge base

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription-based model
- 🔍 Limited free usage
- 🕰️ Outdated information
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and cancellation problems
- Inconsistent responses and unexpected behaviors
- Compatibility issues with older devices or OS versions
- Errors and timeouts when processing complex requests

**Requested features**

- Expand free usage limits
- Improve image generation capabilities
- Add option to save conversation history
- Provide more up-to-date information
- Enhance customization and personalization


### 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 ChatBox free?

ChatBox 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, ChatBox or ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is rated higher. ChatBox averages 4.6 out of 5 from 165K ratings, while ChatGPT averages 4.8 from 11M ratings.

### Do ChatBox or ChatGPT have ads?

Both ChatBox and ChatGPT show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ChatBox or ChatGPT?

ChatBox ships an update every 10 days, and ChatGPT weekly. Most recently, ChatBox was updated on September 25, 2026 and ChatGPT on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ChatBox or ChatGPT?

ChatBox currently peaks at #21 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.*