# ChatGPT vs Openchat

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ChatGPT at 11M against Openchat's 4.4K. ChatGPT also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#1 vs unranked). Openchat's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ChatGPT sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $8.00 per month and Openchat sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. 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 ChatGPT against 4.7 for Openchat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChatGPT has 11M ratings behind it against 4.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of ChatGPT's written reviews are positive against 81% of Openchat's.

ChatGPT ships an update weekly, Openchat every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChatGPT | Openchat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (11M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatgpt/id6448311069/reviews)** | [4.7 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openchat-ai-chatbot-copilot/id6448482829/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11M** | 4.4K |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **81.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 227 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [OpenAI OpCo, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684349733) | [JARVISY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691923506) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Openchat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openchat-ai-chatbot-copilot/id6448482829)

This AI assistant offers personalized text and voice interactions, helping with tasks like drafting emails, summarizing articles, and brainstorming creative ideas. It supports multilingual communication and includes an AI art generator and interactive games. Users can customize responses and focus on privacy.

**Highlights:** Advanced AI Assistant, Personalized Responses, Smart Task Automation, Multilingual Voice & Text, Pro AI Artist (Premium), Interactive Games

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-day free trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 3-day free trial | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Chat Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| 3-day free trial | $19.99 | per month |
| AI Chat Premium Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Super charged productivity and brainstorm capacity
- 👍 Helpful for dyslexic business owners
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Awesome program for therapists
- 👍 Very helpful as an editor

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incorrect spelling in advanced images
- 🔒 Requires payment for full access
- 🐛 Image generation limitations and issues

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with older devices
- Charging for a free trial

**Requested features**

- Option to create documents
- More free messages or reduced reset time
- Dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChatGPT free?

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

### Is Openchat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ChatGPT or Openchat?

ChatGPT is rated higher. ChatGPT averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11M ratings, while Openchat averages 4.7 from 4.4K ratings.

### Do ChatGPT or Openchat have ads?

Both ChatGPT and Openchat show ads.

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

ChatGPT ships an update weekly, and Openchat every 3 weeks. Most recently, ChatGPT was updated on September 24, 2026 and Openchat on September 22, 2026.

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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.*