OpenAI has announced an expansion of its Deep Research tool, now accessible to subscribers of the ChatGPT Plus, Team, Edu, and Enterprise tiers. This development comes as part of OpenAI's ongoing efforts to make more comprehensive and profound information available to a broader user base. Initially launched earlier this month, the tool was previously exclusive to ChatGPT Pro subscribers, who paid $200 monthly for access. Before February concludes, the company plans to further roll out this tool to additional user tiers.
The Deep Research tool forms a significant component of OpenAI's suite of generative AI tools, introduced as part of the o-series releases. This series centers around a reasoning model, with the "o1" model first emerging in the ChatGPT Pro subscription. The tool enhances research capabilities by offering detailed answers with embedded images and citations. It also improves the understanding and referencing of uploaded files, facilitating more effective research processes.
In a bid to extend its utility, OpenAI is offering 10 deep research queries per month to subscribers of the newly included tiers—Plus, Team, Edu, and Enterprise. In contrast, ChatGPT Pro subscribers will benefit from 120 queries monthly under the new structure. These adjustments aim to provide users with a versatile research tool, enhancing their ability to gather in-depth insights without the need for a high-tier subscription.
The introduction of this tool marks a pivotal moment in OpenAI's generative AI development. It was prominently featured during the "12 Days of OpenAI" event in December 2024, showcasing its potential to revolutionize how users engage with information. As part of this initiative, OpenAI plans to make the Deep Research tool available to all users, including those with free accounts, later this year with the anticipated release of GPT-5 LLM.
