AI Tool Comparison

Devin vs ChatGPT

An objective side-by-side comparison based on global rankings, AI scores, and monthly user data.

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Devin

Coding

The first AI software engineer — autonomously plans, codes, tests, and deploys full engineering tasks.

AI Score70.1 / 100

#183

Global Rank

–

Monthly Users

VS
Higher Ranked
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ChatGPT

Writing & Chat

The world's most popular AI chatbot for writing, coding, research, and everyday tasks.

AI Score97.4 / 100

#3

Global Rank

400M+

Monthly Users

Side-by-Side Comparison

DevinChatGPT
CategoryCodingWriting & Chat
Global Rank#183#3
AI Score70.1/10097.4/100
Monthly Users–400M+
PricingFreemiumFreemium
Websitecognition.aichat.openai.com

Pros & Cons

Devin

  • Dramatic price reduction (96% off the original $500/month) makes it far more accessible now
  • Genuinely autonomous multi-step engineering capability, not just code completion
  • Devin Desktop integration unifies the IDE experience with the broader Devin platform
  • ACU-based metering can be harder to predict than simple per-seat pricing
  • Max tier at $200/seat/month represents a significant cost for heavy usage
  • Windsurf’s absorption into the Devin brand may cause confusion for users familiar with the older name

ChatGPT

  • Largest user base and ecosystem of any AI assistant, with the most third-party integrations
  • Genuinely broad capability across writing, coding, research, and file analysis
  • Custom GPTs allow tailoring the assistant to specific repeated tasks
  • Frequent model updates keep it competitive on raw capability
  • Free tier has usage limits and access to a lower-tier model than paid plans
  • Can produce confident-sounding but incorrect information, especially without browsing enabled
  • Breadth can mean less depth than a tool purpose-built for one specific workflow
  • Data usage and training policies require attention for sensitive or regulated work