AI Adoption Soars: Americans Embrace Paid AI Tools for Boosted Productivity and Creativity
March 17, 2025
Will Francis, a content creator from England, spends around $80 a month on AI apps for drafting emails and creating presentations, likening the experience to having a part-time assistant.
Users like Jessica Valvo utilize AI to generate content ideas for her dog’s social media, aiming to monetize her platform with AI suggestions.
Examples of AI use range from content creation and household management to personal coaching, as seen in the experiences of users like Valvo and Francis.
Duncan Rogoff, a motion graphics artist in San Francisco, pays about $50 monthly for various AI tools, finding them valuable for creativity and idea generation.
Overall, users believe the cost of AI tools is justified due to the significant assistance and efficiency they provide.
Since the launch of ChatGPT by OpenAI over two years ago, artificial intelligence has evolved from a specialized field into a practical tool accessible to a wide audience, including everyday users.
This trend signifies a broader acceptance of AI as a valuable resource across various aspects of daily life and professional tasks.
As a result, more people are engaging with AI technology to enhance their productivity and creativity.
A recent Gallup poll reveals that over 35% of Americans use AI-enabled products at least weekly, with many willing to pay for advanced features.
While ChatGPT offers a free version, users can subscribe for up to $200 a month for unlimited access to its advanced models, reflecting a growing trend in paying for AI services.
Other popular paid AI applications, such as Midjourney and Canva, also cost around $10 a month each, leading to multiple subscriptions similar to streaming services.
Individuals like Shane Larson from Anchorage, Alaska, invest about $300 monthly in AI apps for tasks like meal planning and writing, believing these skills will provide long-term career advantages.
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The Straits Times • Mar 15, 2025
The ChatGPT edge: Why regular people are embracing $270 AI bills
The Star • Mar 17, 2025
The ChatGPT edge: Why people are embracing US$200 AI bills