OpenAI Codex
AI Coding Partner
Worth knowing: Free plan: Limited Codex access
Where people discuss it: Product Hunt ↗
Codex is an AI tool developed by OpenAI that functions as a coding assistant. It is integrated into OpenAI's ChatGPT platform, with access levels varying across different subscription tiers, including Free, Go, Plus, and Pro plans. The tool supports coding and research activities, leveraging advanced AI models like GPT-6 Astra for higher-tier users. It provides capabilities such as code completion and is associated with developer API access.
- Category:
- Code
- Price:
- Free plan, then $8/mo
- Free plan:
- Yes
- Works on:
- Web, API
- Prices checked:
- , against openai.com
OpenAI Codex pricing
As printed on openai.com on November 5, 2026
Figures are copied from the vendor's own pricing page, never calculated or converted, and a tier we could not confirm is left out rather than estimated. Pricing changes without notice. Check openai.com before you buy ↗
At a glance
- Free trial
- No
- Team plan
- Yes
- Open source
- Not listed
- Self-hostable
- Not listed
- Capabilities
- Pair programming Code completion Developer API Research
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What OpenAI Codex does well
- ✓ Coding assistance
- ✓ Developer productivity
- ✓ AI-powered code generation
Key features
- AI coding partner functionality
- Variable access levels through ChatGPT plans
- Support for coding-related research
- Integration with advanced GPT models
- Developer API access via monthly credits
People also ask
How does Codex integrate with other tools? +
The source text does not mention specific third-party integrations for Codex.
What AI models power Codex? +
Codex is powered by various GPT models, with Pro plan users benefiting from Pro reasoning powered by GPT-6 Astra.
Does Codex support deep research capabilities? +
Yes, Codex access is associated with deep research capabilities, ranging from limited in free plans to maximum in the Pro plan.
Is OpenAI Codex free? +
Yes, OpenAI Codex has a free plan (Limited Codex access), as of November 5, 2026. Paid plans start at $8/mo.
How much does OpenAI Codex cost? +
As of November 5, 2026, OpenAI Codex lists 4 plans: Free, Go at $8/mo, Plus at $20/mo, Pro at $100/mo.
What platforms does OpenAI Codex run on? +
OpenAI Codex runs on Web, API.
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