Perplexity vs ChatGPT
Updated 2026-10-15
Quick answer
Perplexity paid plans start at $17 (Pro); ChatGPT paid plans start at $8 (Go) per month. ChatGPT is cheaper to start, by $9 a month. Last checked 2026-10-15 against both official pricing pages.
Perplexity from
$17
ChatGPT from
$8
Perplexity plans
3
ChatGPT plans
4
Perplexity| Plan | Price |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
| Pro | $17 |
| Max | $167 |
ChatGPT| Plan | Price |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
| Go | $8 |
| Plus | $20 |
| Pro | from $100 |