You cannot optimizea blank page.
PromptPerfect optimizes prompts you already have. AskSmarter builds them from scratch. Optimization is step 2. Creation is step 1.
Free to try. No credit card. 70% cheaper than PromptPerfect Pro.
Two tools. Two different problems.
PromptPerfect assumes you already have something to polish. What if you are staring at a blank page?
The Optimization Path
PromptPerfect approach
You have an existing prompt
Prerequisite: Something already written
AI rewrites it automatically
Adds structure, clarifies intent
Compare before/after
See what changed (but not always why)
The gap: What if you do not know what to write in step 1? Optimization cannot help with a blank page.
The Creation Path
AskSmarter approach
Describe what you want to do
In plain English, no prompt skills needed
Answer clarifying questions
AI helps you think of context you missed
Get a complete, contextual prompt
Built from scratch, ready to use
The difference: We help you figure out what to say. Then use it with any AI - no optimization often needed.
“All of the algorithms we have seen so far require a human prompt engineer to provide an initial prompt as a starting point for the optimization process.”
Build first. Polish if needed.
A well-built prompt often needs no optimization. Start with structure.
Polish cannot add context you never provided
Real feedback from PromptPerfect users - and the underlying limitations
“Very shit, the only response I can receive is server error after payment. There is no way to contact customer service.”
Product Hunt Review
Reliability issues after payment
“The original Prompt Perfect ChatGPT has been showing a lot of errors lately”
Chrome Web Store Review
Frequent service interruptions
“I'm having trouble managing my subscription and account access... couldn't find any option to log out”
Chrome Web Store Review
Poor account management UX
“Paying twice - one for the original subscription and then now for the extension does not make sense”
Chrome Web Store Review
Confusing pricing structure
The deeper issue: Garbage in, polished garbage out
“Articulating your needs in writing can be challenging, even for those with high literacy levels.” Optimization cannot fix a prompt that was missing context from the start. The questions you answer during creation add information that polishing can never recover.
Already using PromptPerfect? Try us alongside - no commitment.
Different scopes, different prices
PromptPerfect supports 80+ models and image prompts. We focus on text prompts and guided creation.
PromptPerfect Free
10 optimizations/day
Basic features
PromptPerfect Plus
50 optimizations/day
Advanced features
PromptPerfect Pro
500 optimizations/day
All features
AskSmarter Pro
Unlimited prompts
Built-in AI chat
Guided creation
The complete comparison
Feature by feature. Honest about where each tool excels.
| Factor | PromptPerfect | AskSmarter.ai |
|---|---|---|
| Core purpose | Optimize existing prompts | Build prompts from scratch |
| Starting point | You need a prompt to optimize | Just describe what you want |
| Process | AI rewrites your prompt automatically | Guided questions build context |
| Learning | Black box - see before/after | Understand why patterns work |
| Pro pricing | $39.99/month (Pro) | €12/month |
| Free tier | 10 optimizations/day | Free forever, no daily limits |
| AI model support | 80+ models (GPT, Claude, Midjourney, etc.) | Works with any text-based AI |
| Image prompts | Reverse engineering (image to prompt) | Text prompts only |
| Browser extension | ChatGPT integration | Not available |
| Built-in AI chat | Not available | Run prompts directly in app |
Core purpose
PromptPerfect
Optimize existing prompts
AskSmarter
Build prompts from scratch
Starting point
PromptPerfect
You need a prompt to optimize
AskSmarter
Just describe what you want
Process
PromptPerfect
AI rewrites your prompt automatically
AskSmarter
Guided questions build context
Learning
PromptPerfect
Black box - see before/after
AskSmarter
Understand why patterns work
Pro pricing
PromptPerfect
$39.99/month (Pro)
AskSmarter
€12/month
Free tier
PromptPerfect
10 optimizations/day
AskSmarter
Free forever, no daily limits
AI model support
PromptPerfect
80+ models (GPT, Claude, Midjourney, etc.)
AskSmarter
Works with any text-based AI
Image prompts
PromptPerfect
Reverse engineering (image to prompt)
AskSmarter
Text prompts only
Browser extension
PromptPerfect
ChatGPT integration
AskSmarter
Not available
Built-in AI chat
PromptPerfect
Not available
AskSmarter
Run prompts directly in app
The Hidden Cost of Black-Box Optimization
PromptPerfect shows you the result, not the reasoning. You get better output today but stay dependent tomorrow. Our guided questions teach you patterns - each prompt you build makes you faster at the next one.
When does each tool make sense?
Different tools for different problems. We believe in earning your choice.
PromptPerfect has real strengths (if you need them)
80+ AI models
Optimizes prompts for ChatGPT, Claude, DALL-E, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, and more
Reverse prompt engineering
Generate prompts from images - unique capability we do not offer
Browser extension
Optimize prompts directly in ChatGPT interface
Side-by-side comparison
See original vs optimized prompts instantly
PromptPerfect makes sense if...
You already have prompts that need polishing
You work with image generation AI (Midjourney, DALL-E)
You want to optimize prompts inside ChatGPT directly
You need reverse prompt engineering from images
You already know what you want to say, just need better phrasing
AskSmarter makes sense if...
You face a blank page and do not know where to start
You need help figuring out what context to include
You want to understand why prompts work, not just get results
You prefer a lower cost option (70% cheaper)
You want to run prompts directly in the same tool
You value reliability over feature breadth
They can be complementary
Build your initial prompt with AskSmarter (solving the blank page problem), then use PromptPerfect to fine-tune for specific models if you need maximum optimization. We solve step 1. They solve step 2. Some users need both.
Common questions
What is the difference between optimization and creation?
Optimization takes an existing prompt and improves it - fixing phrasing, adding structure, tuning for specific AI models. Creation helps you build a prompt from nothing - guiding you through what context to include, what format to request, and how to structure your ask. Most people struggle with the blank page, not the polishing.
Can I use both tools together?
Absolutely. Build your initial prompt with AskSmarter (solving the blank page problem), then use PromptPerfect to fine-tune it for specific AI models if needed. They solve different parts of the workflow.
Why is AskSmarter 70% cheaper (€12/mo vs $39.99/mo)?
Different scope. PromptPerfect supports 80+ AI models and image generation. We focus on text prompts and guided building. Narrower focus means lower cost. If you need image prompt features, PromptPerfect offers more. If you need help creating prompts, we are more affordable.
Does AskSmarter work with Midjourney or DALL-E?
We can help you build text prompts for image generators, but we do not have PromptPerfect's reverse engineering feature (generating prompts from images). If that is your primary need, PromptPerfect is the better choice.
Why does AskSmarter have built-in AI chat but PromptPerfect does not?
Different philosophies. PromptPerfect focuses on making your prompts better for use elsewhere. We want you to build AND use prompts in one place - no context switching between tools.
Is optimization even necessary if I build prompts well from the start?
For most use cases, a well-built prompt works great without optimization. Optimization helps with edge cases - squeezing extra performance from GPT-4, fine-tuning for specific models, or when you need absolutely maximum quality. 90% of users never need it.
Start with structure. Skip the struggle.
Build your first prompt in under 3 minutes. No blank page anxiety. No optimization needed when you build it right the first time.
Free to try. No credit card. 70% cheaper than PromptPerfect Pro.
Already paying for PromptPerfect? Try AskSmarter free while you evaluate. Build with us, polish with them if needed.
Different tools for different problems. We help you create. They help you polish.