Grok vs. ChatGPT 4 and 5. Fixing issues with my blog post.
I was curious about how good the versions of AI tools I subscribe to actually work in helping me craft and update blog posts. So, I asked Grok 4, ChatGPT-4 and ChatGPT-5 to make suggestions. The specific prompt was intentionally simple and vague:
Analyze my blog post and note any errors. Also, suggest changes for making it more interesting. https://www.jdb.net/blog/privacy-focused-unifi-protect-setup-a-guide-for-security-conscious-users
Note, I use ChatGPT via my Copilot for Micrsoft 365 subscription.
General Observations
As one might expect, GPT-4 was the weakest and had the fewest suggestions. ChatGPT versions did make SEO suggestions that Grok did not. In my opinion, Grok had the most extensive suggestions. Here is a PDF that has the output of all 3 versions as well as the original version of the blog post. As of this post I’m working on updating the post with some of the suggestions.
Differences: Grok vs. ChatGPT-4 vs. ChatGPT-5
ChatGPT-4 focused on grammar, clarity, and actionable advice, suggesting minor style fixes and the addition of visuals and real-world examples for engagement.
ChatGPT-5 provided deeper content enhancements, recommending a compelling hook, audience segmentation (home vs. business), internal links, SEO optimization, and more interactive elements like checklists and questions.
Grok emphasized its continuously updated knowledge and flagged formatting inconsistencies, outdated references, and the need to address recent UniFi Protect updates and vulnerabilities. Grok also suggested standardizing headings, fixing markdown artifacts, and updating links for portability.
My Process
I started out thinning I could run the blog post through Copilot on Edge (GPT-4) to get some hints on making my blog post more interesting to read. Then the idea hit me that it might be interesting to see what the different AI platforms I had could do in that regard.
Summery
In revisiting the comparison between Grok and ChatGPT versions 4 and 5, it's clear that refining the original post was essential to provide a more accurate and balanced perspective. By addressing previous inaccuracies and clarifying key distinctions in capabilities, user experience, and integration potential, this updated analysis offers readers a clearer understanding of how these AI models stack up. Whether you're exploring AI for personal use or professional applications, staying informed about their evolving strengths and limitations is crucial—and this post aims to be a helpful step in that direction.
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