Did you compare the cost of using a GPT plus subscription and use GPT by API?
Jan 05, 2024 - news.ycombinator.com
The author, a software engineer, discusses their experience with using GPT Plus and GPT by API. They initially used GPT Plus for their work, but found their usage decreasing over time. They then switched to using GPT by API, which they found to be more cost-effective as it only charges for actual usage. They also mentioned that they have created their own client from an open-source GPT client and deployed it on their server.
The author is seeking opinions on whether their decision to switch from GPT Plus to GPT by API was a smart one. They are interested in hearing from others who have compared the costs of using GPT Plus and ChatGPT API. They welcome any suggestions or insights on this matter.
Key takeaways:
The author has been using GPT Plus for a few months but recently canceled the subscription due to reduced usage.
The author has started using GPT through the ChatGPT API, which charges only for the usage.
The author finds the ChatGPT API sufficient for their needs as it is integrated with VSCode and is very convenient.
The author is seeking opinions on whether using GPT Plus or ChatGPT API is more cost-effective.
