# ChatGPT for Mac

> OpenAI's assistant, a shortcut away.

The native ChatGPT app opens with ⌥Space, works with other apps on your Mac and supports voice conversations.

## Facts

- Price: Free, with paid upgrades
- Developer: OpenAI
- Category: AI & Automation
- Website: https://openai.com/chatgpt/desktop/
- Homebrew cask: chatgpt
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/chatgpt/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask chatgpt
```

## Questions

### Is ChatGPT free?

ChatGPT is free to download and use, with paid upgrades for extra features.

### Where can I download ChatGPT for Mac?

Download ChatGPT from the developer's website (openai.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install ChatGPT from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask chatgpt`.

### What are good alternatives to ChatGPT?

Other ai & automation apps for Mac worth a look are BoltAI (one-time purchase), Enconvo (free + pro), Elephas (subscription) and Keyboard Maestro (one-time purchase).

## Alternatives in AI & Automation

- [BoltAI](https://macworthy.com/apps/boltai/): Every AI model, in one native app. (One-time purchase)
- [Enconvo](https://macworthy.com/apps/enconvo/): An AI agent launcher that works across your whole Mac. (Free + Pro)
- [Elephas](https://macworthy.com/apps/elephas/): A personal AI writer and knowledge assistant. (Subscription)
- [Keyboard Maestro](https://macworthy.com/apps/keyboard-maestro/): Automate anything you can do with a Mac. (One-time purchase)
- [Hammerspoon](https://macworthy.com/apps/hammerspoon/): Script your Mac with Lua. (Open source)
- [SkillKeeper](https://macworthy.com/apps/skillkeeper/): A menu bar ledger of what Claude Code spends tokens on. (Free + Pro)
- [Osaurus](https://macworthy.com/apps/osaurus/): A local home for AI agents, written in Swift. (Open source)

## Collections

- [Voice & AI](https://macworthy.com/collections/voice-and-ai/)

Tags: assistant, chat