ChatGPT Pro Limits Doubled! Pro 200 Reduction Reversed
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Many people were surely surprised to hear that a paid ChatGPT plan would have its limits cut in half. However, on October 29, 2026, OpenAI made a major policy change. This article breaks down what changed and how it affects your choice of plan.
According to reporting by ITmedia AI+, OpenAI's head of product Thibault Soutif (known as Tibo) made the announcement on October 29 local time.
There were two components: the reversal of the Pro 200 usage limit reduction, and a doubling of usage limits for Pro 100 and Pro 500.
Tibo also posted that usage limits would be doubled across all Pro and Business Premium plans. Business Premium is the enterprise-oriented plan designed for companies and teams.
This announcement came on day 25 of a 28-day campaign that Tibo began on October 5. On days when a concrete product improvement could not be made, the plan was to reset usage limits.
The starting point was a new model called "GPT-6 Astra." Due to a sudden surge in demand, OpenAI temporarily suspended new sign-ups for Pro 200 on September 10.
Server capacity has its limits — much like a popular restaurant enforcing a queue.
New sign-ups resumed on September 29. However, the method for calculating Pro 200 usage was simultaneously changed.
Tibo explained that when converted to API pricing, the usage limit was now half of what it had previously been. At the same time, he noted that thanks to improvements in model efficiency, users could get more work done than with Pro 200 a month prior.
Existing subscribers were reportedly sent an email about the change.
Criticism poured in from users. It's only natural to feel frustrated when you're paying ¥30,000 per month and are told your limit has been cut in half.
That said, there were also voices from users who felt the benefits of the efficiency improvements. Opinions were divided. Tibo described the criticism as "warm feedback."
According to ITmedia AI+, the monthly prices in Japan are as follows: ¥16,800 for Pro 100, ¥30,000 for Pro 200 (formerly "Pro (20x)"), and ¥84,000 for Pro 500.
In the United States, the monthly prices are $100, $200, and $500, respectively. According to Nerdschalk's breakdown, the rough multiples compared to the Plus plan are 5x for Pro 100, 10x for Pro 200, and 25x for Pro 500. These figures are based on information from late September and do not reflect the current doubling.
There are also features exclusive to Pro 500. Codersera's guide explains that a high-speed mode called "Ultrafast" is limited to Pro 500, capable of generating GPT-6 Astra text up to 8x faster.
Let's think through some real-world scenarios.
Say you're a freelance writer who uses ChatGPT every day for research and drafting, and you hit your limit only a few times a month. With the doubled limits, Pro 100 gives you more headroom, reducing any reason to move to a higher tier.
Next, consider a developer who uses AI to write code — running coding assistance for hours each day. This person is more likely to hit their limit, which means the reversal of the Pro 200 reduction restores the plan's value.
Finally, think about the owner of a small business. If five employees need to use AI, managing five individual Pro subscriptions is less efficient than looking into Business Premium. Codersera also recommends Business Premium for team use.
Prices in Japan are charged in yen. If limits increase without a price change, you get more usage for the same amount of money.
The impact is greatest for Pro 200 users. At ¥30,000 per month, their usage allowance is maintained without the reduction.
OpenAI has not disclosed the specific limit numbers. Layer3 Labs' guide also notes that exact message counts have not been made public. The most reliable way to check your remaining allowance is through the usage screen in ChatGPT's settings.
According to ITmedia AI+ reporting, the reduction was reversed. However, some overseas media outlets still carry the pre-reversal information. Please check OpenAI's official help center for the most up-to-date terms.
No reporting indicates a price increase as part of this announcement. Monthly prices in Japan remain ¥16,800 for Pro 100 and ¥84,000 for Pro 500.
Tibo's post about doubling limits referred to the Pro and Business Premium plans. The reporting reviewed for this article did not mention any changes to Plus.
No explanation of a time limit was found. Since the announcement was made as part of a campaign, further updates — including future improvements — will need to be watched for.
First, take a look at how you use ChatGPT, and check the usage screen in your settings to see whether your current plan is meeting your needs.
This article is a cross-post from AI Friends.
