ChatGPT
The ubiquitous AI assistant for brainstorming and drafting.
ChatGPT is the most widely used AI assistant and a capable all-rounder for writers — ideation, outlining, drafting and rewriting. Custom GPTs let you build tailored writing workflows, and there is a free tier. It is generalist rather than fiction-tuned, so prose can feel formulaic without strong prompting.
Key features
- GPT models for ideation and drafting
- Custom GPTs for writing workflows
- Free tier plus Plus subscription
- Voice and image input
Pros
- Free and ubiquitous
- Versatile across writing tasks
- Huge ecosystem of custom GPTs
Cons
- Generic — not fiction-tuned
- Prose can sound formulaic
- No manuscript organisation
Pricing
Free; Plus ~US$20/mo
| Free | $0 |
| Plus | ~$20/mo |
New Go tier (~$8/mo) sits below Plus. Verified Jun 2026.
Models
GPT
Platforms
webdesktopmobileapi
Good for
FictionCopywritingAcademic
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Last reviewed 2026-06-22. Categories: Drafting, Brainstorming.