In short
How they differ.
Worked out from the makers' own pages, read Oct 20, 2026. Prices change; check before you pay.
- Only ChatGPT Work and Browser has a free plan.
- The cheapest paid plan costs the same: $20 a month.
- Both run on the same kinds of device (web, computer app).
- ChatGPT Work and Browser shipped an update more recently (Aug 31, 2026).
Side by side
The details.
| ChatGPT Work and Browser | Claude in Chrome | |
|---|---|---|
| Made by | OpenAI | Anthropic |
| What it says it is | “Browser lets ChatGPT open websites, gather current information, and take action while you stay in control.” | “Claude in Chrome is a browser extension that allows Claude to read, click, and navigate websites alongside you.” |
| Free plan | YesFree plan lists 'Limited ChatGPT Work access on desktop'; the pricing page shows no amounts. | No'Claude in Chrome is available for all paid plans (Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise).' |
| Plans | Plus: $20 a monthPro: not in US$ | Pro: $20 a monthMax: $100 a monthTeam Standard seat: $25 a monthTeam Premium seat: $125 a month |
| Runs on | web, desktop app (macOS, Windows), browser extension (Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, Vivaldi) | Google Chrome (desktop) |
| Latest update | Use the browser extension in more browsers, Aug 31, 2026 | Claude in Chrome is generally available, Aug 26, 2026 |
| Its terms | “Treat page content as untrusted context.”In its terms · ChatGPT Learn: Browser | “Claude in Chrome is enhanced with our safety classifiers but is still risky.”In its terms · Claude Help Center: Get started with Claude in Chrome |
| Disputes | None on file | None on file |
| Sources | Prices, Oct 20, 2026 · Description · company-reported | Prices, Oct 20, 2026 · Description · company-reported |
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