Analyst verdictAgent mode inside ChatGPT for multi-hour tasks
The easiest way for ChatGPT users to hand off a goal and get back docs, sheets, slides or a lightweight site.
What it is
ChatGPT Work launched in July 2026 as the agent mode next to Chat and Codex. It works for hours in a browser and desktop sandbox, uses 1,400+ plugins and local files, and publishes simple apps via ChatGPT Sites. It runs OpenAI models only and shares usage limits with Codex.
Best for
- Office deliverables
- ChatGPT subscribers
What we like
- Bundled with ChatGPT
- 1,400+ plugins
- Finished docs and decks
What to watch
- OpenAI models only
- 5-hour and weekly caps on lower plans
- Light hosting only
Alternatives
Alternatives and head-to-heads
ChatGPT Work vs Claude Cowork
OpenAI's and Anthropic's agents for knowledge work. ChatGPT Work wins on plugins and lightweight hosted sites; Claude Cowork wins on writing quality and local folder work.
ChatGPT Work vs Manus
Two agents that turn a goal into finished deliverables.
ChatGPT
OpenAI's general-purpose assistant
9.1Freemium
Claude
Anthropic's assistant for writing and reasoning
9.2Freemium
Gemini
Google's assistant wired into Workspace
8.6Freemium
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