While numerous AI models are available, ChatGPT consistently leads in active users. This OpenAI chatbot, launched in late 2022, has experienced tremendous growth. A recent survey indicates that ChatGPT is the preferred chatbot among US adults, with almost half using AI regularly each week. However, opinions on AI are not as positive as one might expect, as only a small percentage believe it will have a beneficial impact on our lives.
Generative AI has transformed how we approach daily tasks. Gone are the days of lengthy internet searches for answers to problems; artificial intelligence provides what we need in seconds. This is true whether we need assistance at work or a faster way to complete a task. AI has proven quite effective for these purposes. While not perfect and prone to errors, it represents a significant improvement over previous assistants like Siri, Google Assistant, or Alexa.
Survey Shows 49% of US Adults Use AI Weekly, But Only 16% Think It’s Beneficial
More and more people are trying artificial intelligence, and even those initially opposed often eventually adopt it. After all, we have largely accepted that AI is here to stay for the long term. Instead of viewing it as a humanity-ending technology, we can start seeing it as a tool and begin to utilize it. Indeed, its use is common in the workplace and beyond. A Pew Research Center survey found that 49% of US citizens use AI regularly, leaving the remaining 51% who do not.
Looking at further data, the majority of AI users are skeptical about its true usefulness and benefit to society. The youngest demographic, aged 18 to 29, holds the most negative view, with only 14% believing it contributes positively. In the 50 to 64 age range, 18% consider it useful, while this figure drops again for those over 65. Most people believe AI will not bring good things to society and feel it is advancing too quickly.
ChatGPT Leads with 44% Usage, and Information Seeking is the Top Priority at 42%
Delving into more statistics, we see the expected outcome: ChatGPT is in the lead. 44% of people use this popular AI model, while Gemini accounts for 24% of total usage, and Copilot has reached 17%. Meta AI holds a respectable fourth place with 14% usage, followed by Grok with 8%, then Claude with 6%, and Character.ai with 3%.
To conclude this survey analysis, let’s examine how AI is being used. The most popular use, at 42%, is for seeking information. This is followed by requesting help with work-related tasks. 25% of users use AI for fun and entertainment, while 24% employ it for editing images or videos. Following these are 20% who seek medical advice and the same percentage for diet and food recommendations. 13% use it for news, 10% for emotional support, and 4% use AI with the goal of having a companion.
