WorkBeaver VS

Operator by OpenAI

While both WorkBeaver and Operator by OpenAI aim to automate tasks, the approaches differ significantly. Compare the two solutions below:

Last Updated: May 13, 2025

WorkBeaver focuses on learning your unique processes through demonstration, ensuring personalized automation. In contrast, OpenAI's Operator operates by interpreting instructions to perform web-based tasks, primarily within browser environments.

Feature Comparison Chart

Can you create automations without coding?
Is your data secured with strong encryption?
Does it support complex, multi-step workflows?
Can it perform text-based data extraction (copying text)?
Can it fill out online forms automatically?
Does it learn tasks by watching your screen?
Can it work on both desktop and web applications?
Can it run automations on a set schedule or repeat automatically?
Can it interact with websites and PC applications?
Is it available without requiring a $200/month subscription?
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Subscription Pricing

WorkBeaver: Starts at $14.99/month, offering full access to its AI-powered automation features across both desktop and web applications.

Operator by OpenAI: Currently available as a research preview exclusively to ChatGPT Pro subscribers at $200/month. Operator is accessible via a dedicated web interface and is limited to browser-based tasks.

Why Choose WorkBeaver Over Operator by OpenAI

If you value an automation tool that learns directly from your workflow and adapts as you work, WorkBeaver is your best choice. Unlike OpenAI's Operator, which is limited to browser tasks, WorkBeaver empowers you with real-time control, custom workflows, and secure automation across multiple platforms.

Common Questions
Does WorkBeaver really work with any software?
Practically speaking, yes. Due to the way our technology works, if you're able to visually demonstrate how to do your work, WorkBeaver is expected to be able to likewise repeat. This means it works with any software you or your company use, no special permissions required.
User
Our system is powered by vision.
This means all the software you use is already supported.
What if WorkBeaver does the wrong thing?
No AI-powered system is error free, however we have multiple systems in place to prevent undesired behaviour. Our design philosophy is to prefer pausing playback for user intervention, as opposed to performing a wrong, and potentially irrevocable action.
User
We have built safeguard systems.
So you can let WorkBeaver do your work with confidence.
How does WorkBeaver keep my data secure?
We use end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge protocols to protect your data, especially your workflows. This means not even our employees can access your workflows. For full details please visit our trust center.
User
Only you hold your encryption key.
Ensuring your data is safe, and private - no matter what.