Is ChatGPT Plus at PKR 6000 Worth It After GPT-5’s Free Access?

OpenAI’s latest innovation, GPT-5, is now partially available on the free tier, raising the question: should Pakistanis still consider paying PKR 6000 per month for ChatGPT Plus?

For casual users, the free plan may be enough. It provides access to GPT-4o and limited GPT-5 usage, giving students, hobbyists, and AI-curious individuals a chance to explore AI tools for everyday needs. However, the free tier restricts GPT-5 usage to just 10 messages every five hours, after which users are shifted to GPT-5 mini, a lighter version of the model.

This limitation creates challenges for professionals, coders, researchers, and content creators. Many have highlighted on social media that the difference between Free and Plus is “night and day,” particularly for tasks involving coding, design, or long-form content.

At PKR 6000 per month, ChatGPT Plus offers a much smoother experience with higher usage limits—up to 160 GPT-5 messages every three hours. Paid users also enjoy faster responses and fewer capacity-related delays.

The subscription includes several premium tools such as Advanced Data Analysis for spreadsheets and coding, higher DALL-E image generation quotas, access to Sora for AI-powered video creation, Custom GPTs, and the new Advanced Voice Mode. Productivity features like Gmail and Google Calendar integration further set Plus apart.

In the end, the choice depends on usage. For casual tasks, the free tier is sufficient. But for professionals and creators who rely on AI daily, ChatGPT Plus provides the speed, reliability, and advanced features that make the upgrade worthwhile in 2025.