Watch out for vendor lock-in tactics. These tools are gradually degrading their core features while bundling memory and other "sticky" functionalities that make it harder to switch. It's a classic trap. When Codex arrives—or if Grok finally ships—you'll likely find better, more cost-effective alternatives. The real question is whether you'll still be able to extract your work easily by then. Don't let incremental product changes cloud your judgment. Keep your options open and avoid getting too comfortable with any single platform's ecosystem.