Which products are advantageous when switching to an AI paid plan (1)
By 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an indispensable tool in a variety of fields, including content creation, data analysis, and video creation. In this article, ChatGPT, Google Pro (Gemini based), and Grok AIWe compare in detail their monthly plans, file handling, external program connection, video and image creation features, and overall performance. This comparison is fair and transparent, and balances the pros and cons of each AI.
*The following article is a comparative analysis written by GrokAI. Gemini Comparative Analysis Go see
1. AI paid plan (monthly) price comparison
Each AI service offers a variety of pricing plans, with options ranging from free to premium. The table below summarizes the main pricing plans for each service.
| service | Free Plan | Paid Plan | note |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Free (GPT-4o mini, limited features) | Plus: $20/month Pro: $200/month Team/Enterprise: $60~$200/user |
Includes Sora video creation (Plus/Pro), Pro has unlimited features |
| Google Pro (Gemini) | Free (basic conversation, limited multimodal) | Workspace: $20~$100/user Veo 2 API: Usage-based (unpublished) |
Veo 2 is currently on the waitlist, expected to be $20~$50 when commercialized |
| Grok AI | Free (Grok 3, limited queries) | X Premium: $16/month SuperGrok: $30~$50/month (estimated) |
Free in February 2025, Aurora video creation limited |
ChatGPT
https://openai.com/chatgpt/pricing/
- Free Plan: GPT-4o mini, web search, limited file upload, basic data analysis.
- Plus ($20/month): GPT-4o, Sora image generation (50 720p), DALL·E image generation, advanced voice mode.
- Pro ($200/month): Unlimited GPT-4o/o1, Sora 1080p 500 + Unlimited Low Priority, Deep Research 120 times.
- Team/Enterprise: Includes custom workflows, API credits.
Google Pro (Gemini)
https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/pricing
- Free Plan: Gemini basic dialogue, limited multimodal.
- Workspace: Business Standard ($20~$30/user), Enterprise (customized).
- Veo 2: API based, per minute rate estimates, current waitlist.
Grok AI
https://grokaimodel.com/price/
- Free Plan: Grok 3, limited queries and file uploads, X data integration.
- X Premium ($16/month): Grok 3 Advanced Features, Priority Benefits.
- SuperGrok: DeepSearch, Think mode, estimated $30~$50.
2. File upload/download restrictions
File handling capabilities are a critical factor for content creators and data analysts. The table below compares the file handling limits of each service.
| service | Free Plan | Paid Plan | characteristic |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Limited uploads (PDF, images) | Plus: Sora 1,000 Credits (50 720p) Pro: Sora 10,000 Credits (500 1080p + Unlimited Low Priority) |
Google Drive, OneDrive integration |
| Google (Gemini) | Images, text limited | Workspace: 5TB storage Veo 2: 8 second clip (preview) |
Cloud-based large-scale processing |
| Grok AI | Image, text, and dynamic restrictions | SuperGrok: High Limits (Undisclosed) Aurora: Short Clip |
X data linkage |
3. Connecting external programs
Integration with external programs increases workflow efficiency.
- ChatGPT: Google Drive, OneDrive, GPT Store, API. Enterprise supports SSO, domain verification.
- Google: Workspace (Docs, Sheets), Google Cloud API, Zapier, IFTTT. Veo 2 is API-centric.
- Grok: X data, xAI API. External connectivity is in its early stages.
4. Video Production Services: Sora vs Veo 2 vs Aurora
Video generation is one of the core multimodal functions of AI. Below is a table comparing the video generation functions of each service.
| service | function | limits | merit | disadvantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sora (ChatGPT) | Up to 20 seconds, 1080p, text/image prompt | Plus: 720p 50 Pro: 1080p 500 EU/UK restrictions |
Quick creation for social media | Lack of physical reality |
| Veo 2 (Google) | Up to 4K, 2 minutes, cinematic style | Preview 8 seconds, waitlist | High resolution, movie production | Access restrictions, long processing times |
| Aurora (Grok) | 1080p, short clip | Commercialization not yet completed | X data linkage | Functional immaturity |
5. Number of images and videos that can be created
- ChatGPT: DALL·E images (Plus: 3 per day, Pro: unlimited), Sora videos (Plus: 720p 50, Pro: 1080p 500 + unlimited).
- Google: Gemini image (limited unreleased), Veo 2 footage (8 seconds preview, 2 minutes when commercialized).
- Grok: Aurora images (limited unreleased), videos (short clips, limit unreleased).
6. Performance and Additional Services
The overall performance and additional services of each AI are as follows.
- ChatGPT: GPT-4o/o1, Deep Research, Operator, GPT Store, Data Analysis.
- Google: Gemini 2.5, Workspace integration, Veo 2 high-resolution video.
- Grok: Grok 3, DeepSearch, Think mode, X data linkage.
7. Conclusion and Recommendation
Each of the three AIs has different strengths:
- ChatGPT: Versatile performance, ideal for creating social media content. Plus ($20) is great value for money.
- Google: Film production with Veo 2, large-scale workflow with Workspace. Expected to be competitive after commercialization.
- Grok: Strengths in free accessibility, real-time data processing, and technical problem solving.
suggestion:
- Social media content creation: ChatGPT Plus/Pro (Sora integration).
- Professional film production: Google Veo 2 (after commercialization).
- Budget-conscious users: Grok Free Plan.
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