X Premium vs ChatGPT Plus
$30/mo vs $20/mo: choose by included models and usage limits. API usage is separate.
| Compare | X Premium | ChatGPT Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly USD | $30/mo | $20/mo |
| Included models | Grok | GPT-6.1 Sol, GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6 Luna, GPT-5.6 Terra, GPT-5 Thinking Mini, Codex |
| Billing | monthly-or-yearly | monthly |
| Verified · Monthly USD source · Included models source · How we verify → | ||
ChatGPT Plus is $10/mo cheaper · Updated 2026-11-02
Which one should you pick?
Pick X Premium if you want
- Grok as your main model
- regular Grok use + Grok Bot
Pick ChatGPT Plus if you want
- GPT-6.1 Sol as your main model
- web search
- deep research
ChatGPT Plus is $10/mo cheaper. Based on listed plan terms; check usage limits before upgrading.
| X Premium | $30/mo $360 per year at the monthly rate · usage: 4× Plus |
|---|---|
| ChatGPT Plus | $20/mo $240 per year at the monthly rate |
Listed monthly prices · How we verify →
| Attribute | X Premium | ChatGPT Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $30/mo | $20/mo |
| Best for | Regular Grok use + Grok Bot | Reasoning models for daily work |
| Usage | 4× Plus | — |
| Billing | monthly-or-yearly | monthly |
| Audience | consumer | consumer |
| Models | Grok | GPT-6.1 Sol, GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6 Luna, GPT-5.6 Terra, GPT-5 Thinking Mini, Codex |
| Key perks | Grok Bot; 4× Plus weekly pool; Cursor access | GPT-6.1 Sol & Astra reasoning; Deep research; Projects & scheduled tasks |
| Context window | Not fixed per plan | Not fixed per plan |
| Web search | Not listed | Yes |
| Deep research | Not listed | Yes |
| Image generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Coding agent | Yes | Yes |
| File uploads & analysis | Not listed | Yes |
| Verified | Price 2026-11-02 · models 2026-11-02 | Price 2026-11-02 · models 2026-11-02 |
✓ listed in the provider's current plan terms · — not listed (may still be available) · Pricing data: How we verify →
Usage limits in full
- X Premium
- 4x Plus shared weekly Grok/Cursor usage. Third-party models in Cursor use separately purchased Additional Usage credits from the first request. Grok Bot uses the same weekly pool, not a separate allowance.
- ChatGPT Plus
- Current pricing matrix lists GPT-6.1 Sol, GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6 Luna, and GPT-5.6 Terra. Model and tool limits vary by plan, rollout, and account; API billing is separate.
Everything each plan lists
Only in X Premium
- +Grok product access
- +X Premium benefits after connecting X account
- +Cursor
- +shared weekly Grok usage pool
- +Grok Bot
Only in ChatGPT Plus
- +GPT-6.1 Sol and GPT-6 Astra reasoning access
- +GPT-6 Luna
- +Codex
- +ChatGPT Work
- +deep research
- +file uploads and analysis
- +image creation
- +projects and scheduled tasks
How to decide
ChatGPT Plus is $10/mo cheaper. Picking between X Premium and ChatGPT Plus usually comes down to three things: which models you want access to, how much you'll actually use, and what ecosystem you already live in. Still unsure? The Subscription vs API calculator tells you the break-even usage where pay-as-you-go API access would be cheaper than either subscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price difference between X Premium and ChatGPT Plus?
ChatGPT Plus costs $20/mo and X Premium costs $30/mo, a difference of $10/month (about $120/year). Pricing verified 2026-11-02.
Which AI models are included with X Premium vs ChatGPT Plus?
X Premium bundles Grok. ChatGPT Plus bundles GPT-6.1 Sol, GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6 Luna, GPT-5.6 Terra, GPT-5 Thinking Mini, Codex. The model lineup is usually the most important factor — pick the plan whose flagship models match the work you actually do.
Is X Premium or ChatGPT Plus better value for power users?
X Premium costs $10/month more than ChatGPT Plus. The reviewed model lineup lists Grok in X Premium, not ChatGPT Plus. Compare the recorded usage, features and billing terms above; a higher price alone does not establish a higher allowance or better value.
Can I switch between X Premium and ChatGPT Plus?
Check each provider's billing terms before switching. Monthly, annual and per-seat commitments can differ; cancellation usually stops renewal rather than refunding the current period.