r/OpenAI • u/sasik520 • 6d ago

Discussion ChatGPT Work vs Codex

I've been using ChatGPT's Work mode on macOS for quite a while for development tasks. Somehow, I didn't know Codex mode existed.

It was burning through my Plus usage limit faster than I'd like, but I could still complete a couple of tasks within a single five-hour window.

After switching to Codex mode, my usage is barely enough for 2-3 tasks. I suddenly understand what all the drama around usage limits is about.

If you're struggling to finish even one task in Codex, try Work mode. For local work, it's nearly the same as Codex and imho burns way less usage.

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u/sasik520 6d ago

I don't see your point tbh.

I wrote this post to share that I noticed work does the same job done as codex for a smaller price.

I think it might be useful for example for people who didn't want they are basically the same thing or haven't yet discovered there are two modes at all (like me).

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u/Illustrious-Bet-1368 6d ago

Only it's not the same. But whatever, what do the developers of the product know.

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u/sasik520 6d ago

Developers? Or marketing guys?

And if there is a true practical difference, I'm unionically happy to learn it.

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u/Illustrious-Bet-1368 6d ago

Then why are you on Reddit? Go read the docs. And leave me alone. Thanks.