General AI assistant
ChatGPT
The general-purpose assistant most people mean by 'AI'. Excellent at drafting, explaining and rewriting across almost any M&E task.
★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5
What it is
The general-purpose assistant most people mean by 'AI'. Excellent at drafting, explaining and rewriting across almost any M&E task.
What it's good for
- Drafting and rewriting
- Explaining data and methods
- Designing questionnaires
Pros
- Capable across tasks
- Huge ecosystem
- Easy to start
Cons
- Can invent facts confidently
- Data leaves your machine
Pricing
| Free | $0 Limited use of the latest model. |
|---|---|
| Plus | ~$20/mo More usage and access to the newest models. |
| Team/Enterprise | From ~$25/user/mo Admin controls, training opt-out, higher limits. |
Indicative prices, which change often. Always confirm on the vendor's own page before buying.
Our verdict
A superb drafting partner, provided you never let it be the final word on a fact. Pair it with a verification step.
Alternatives: Claude, Gemini.
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