vs Runwork vs ChatGPT & Claude
AI that talks about work vs. AI that does the work
Quick Verdict
ChatGPT and Claude are brilliant conversational AI tools. They can write, analyze, brainstorm, and answer questions. But they don't know your business data, can't take action on your tools, and produce text instead of working software. Runwork connects AI to your actual business tools, builds real applications, and works as a team workspace, not a chat window.
Overview
ChatGPT and Claude represent the best in general-purpose AI. They're incredible at writing, reasoning, and answering questions. But they operate in a sandbox. They don't know what's in your CRM, can't check your Stripe dashboard, and can't send a Slack message on your behalf. When you ask them to "build a dashboard," you get code in a chat bubble. Runwork takes AI in a different direction: it's connected to your real business data, builds actual running applications, and serves as a workspace your whole team shares. Instead of copying answers from a chatbot into your tools, your AI already lives inside your tools.
ChatGPT & Claude is a General-Purpose AI Assistants.
Runwork Strengths
- AI that's connected to your CRM, Stripe, Slack, and more. It knows your actual data.
- Builds real applications you can use, not just code snippets in a chat.
- 3,200+ integrations so your AI can read and write to the tools you already use.
- Team workspace with channels, shared apps, and collaborative AI.
- Scheduled automations that run in the background without you asking.
- Shared entity graph. Your apps and data work together automatically.
- Produces dashboards, forms, tables, and APIs. Not just paragraphs.
- Remembers your workspace context across every interaction.
ChatGPT & Claude Strengths
- Best-in-class conversational AI for writing, analysis, and reasoning.
- Huge knowledge base covering almost any topic.
- Great for one-off research, brainstorming, and content creation.
- Simple, familiar chat interface that anyone can use immediately.
- Strong coding assistance for developers.
- Rapidly improving with new features like file uploads and web browsing.
Feature Comparison
AI Capabilities
| Feature | Runwork | ChatGPT & Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Conversational AI | ||
| Connected to your business data | - | |
| Takes actions on your tools | - | |
| Remembers workspace context | Conversation only | |
| Multi-model support |
Building & Creating
| Feature | Runwork | ChatGPT & Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Generates working applications | - | |
| Custom dashboards | - | |
| Database management | - | |
| Scheduled automations | - | |
| Code artifacts / sandboxes | Basic |
Data & Integrations
| Feature | Runwork | ChatGPT & Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-built integrations | 3,200+ | None native |
| Query your CRM / tools | Via copy-paste | |
| Shared entity graph | - | |
| File storage | Limited |
Team & Collaboration
| Feature | Runwork | ChatGPT & Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Team channels | - | |
| AI in team discussions | - | |
| Role-based access | ||
| App events in chat | - |
Pricing Model
| Feature | Runwork | ChatGPT & Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Per-seat subscription | ||
| Unlimited app building | - | |
| Unlimited integrations | - |
Which Tool is Right for You?
Choose Runwork if you need...
- * Teams that need AI connected to their actual business data
- * Building real applications, dashboards, and automations with AI
- * Replacing scattered tools with one AI-powered workspace
- * Automations that run in the background without manual prompting
- * Collaborative work where AI participates alongside your team
Choose ChatGPT & Claude if you need...
- * One-off research, writing, and brainstorming tasks
- * Individual productivity and content creation
- * Learning and exploring new topics
- * Quick coding help and pair programming
- * General Q&A where your business data isn't needed
Pricing Comparison
ChatGPT and Claude charge per seat for their Pro/Team plans ($20-25/month per user). Runwork also uses per-seat pricing but includes unlimited app building, automations, and integrations. You're not just getting a chatbot. You're getting a full workspace.
View Runwork pricingHow to Migrate from ChatGPT & Claude
You don't need to stop using ChatGPT or Claude. They're great for general tasks. But for work that touches your business data, involves your team, or needs to produce real tools, Runwork is the better fit. Here's how to get started.
Typical migration: 1-2 hours to set up, then build as you go
Connect your business tools
Link your CRM, Stripe, Slack, email, and other services to Runwork. This is the step that changes everything. Now your AI actually knows your data.
Describe your first app
Think about a task you keep doing manually, like checking deal status across tools, or a dashboard you wish existed. Describe it in plain English and Runwork builds it.
Invite your team
Set up channels for your team. Unlike ChatGPT or Claude, conversations and apps in Runwork are shared. Your team sees the same dashboards and can interact with the same AI.
Set up automations
Identify repetitive tasks you've been doing manually (or asking ChatGPT to help with each time). Turn them into scheduled automations that run without you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still use ChatGPT or Claude alongside Runwork?
Does Runwork use ChatGPT or Claude under the hood?
What can Runwork do that ChatGPT with plugins can't?
I use ChatGPT/Claude to generate code. How is Runwork different?
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