I've been using ChatGPT with a paid subscription (around 40 AUD/month) and it's been super helpful for my master's lectures and engineering coursework. It's great for breaking down complex topics, explaining equations, and even assisting with assignments. Recently, I've heard a lot about Grok (the chatbot from XAI) and I'm curious—can Grok realistically replace ChatGPT for subjects like engineering and power systems? If anyone has tried both, I'd love to hear how they stack up regarding:
– Accuracy and depth of explanations
– Help with technical calculations or analyses
– Overall usefulness for engineering studies. I'm not looking to switch for the sake of switching, but if Grok provides similar or better support for less cost, that would definitely catch my interest.
4 Answers
I've used Grok for data analysis almost daily and it's been hit or miss—some days it's great, other days not so much. When I take a break and come back, I've noticed it tends to give improved output. It's definitely a tool worth experimenting with, but I still feel ChatGPT has an edge at times.
After testing various tools including ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini, I found that for Math and Physics, Gemini 2.5 Pro outperforms the rest by a wide margin. If you're focusing specifically on those subjects, it's the best option.
Really appreciate your input! That’s super helpful.
Grok is surprisingly fast and intuitive. I suggest trying it for free before committing—I've had some data loss issues, so just remember to back up your output. It's not a full replacement for ChatGPT, but it definitely complements it well.
Thanks for the tips! I'll definitely give Grok a try.
If you want more accuracy, I'd say the best options are between GPT-03 and Gemini 2.5 Pro. Grok is intelligent but not as robust as those two, and it comes with a higher price tag and fewer features. For quick responses and fewer hallucinations, Gemini could be your go-to.
Thanks for sharing your experience! That insight helps a lot.