Claude Pricing Complete Comparison | How to Choose Free, Pro, and Max
This guide lines up all 6 Claude pricing plans — Free, Pro, Max 5x, Max 20x, Team, and Enterprise — in USD (tax-exclusive), and clarifies the best choice for both individuals and organizations. From the thresholds where Claude Code and Cowork become available, to the compliance tiers for SSO, audit logs, and HIPAA, to per-token API pricing, everything you need to make a purchasing decision is laid out in one place.
For individuals using Claude professionally, Pro ($20/month, or $17/month on an annual plan) is the minimum starting point — Claude Code, Cowork, unlimited Projects, and Research all unlock here at once. Whether or not you need these features locked behind Free is the key decision point for upgrading to Pro.
For teams of 5 or more, Team (from $20/seat/month on an annual plan) provides SSO and audit logs, while Enterprise (custom pricing) is the clear choice when compliance requirements such as HIPAA, ZDR, SCIM, and IP allowlisting come into play.
Free ($0) is trial-only — note that Claude Code and Cowork are unavailable. For the API, Opus 4.7 is priced at $5 input / $25 output per 1M tokens, and the Batch API offers a 50% discount, making a separate batch contract the smart move for large-scale processing.
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- Quick Summary — All 6 Plans at a Glance (Individual: Free→Pro→Max; Organization: Team→Enterprise)
- Feature & Model Comparison — Claude Code / Cowork Unavailable on Free
- Free ($0) — Ideal for Trial Use, but Claude Code / Cowork Not Available
- What You Can Do on Free — Covers Chat, Code Generation, Web Search, and MCP Integration
- Free Plan Limitations — No Claude Code / Cowork, Usage Limits Apply
- Pro ($20/month, $17/month annual) — The Starting Point for Serious Individual Use
- Key Pro Features — Claude Code / Cowork / Unlimited Projects Unlocked
- Pro vs Max — Mainly Usage Quota Size (Max 5x = 5× Pro, 20x = 20× Pro)
- Max 5x / 20x (from $100) — For Heavy Users Who Rely Intensively on Claude Code
- Max 5x — For Engineers Who Use Claude Code Intensively Every Day
- Max 20x — For Very Heavy Users Running Agents Over Long Periods
- Team ($20–100/seat/month) — SSO and Admin Console for Organizations of 5+
- Key Team Features — Standard Seat ≈ Pro Quota, Premium Seat ≈ Max Quota
- Enterprise (Custom Quote) — For Large Organizations Requiring HIPAA / ZDR / SCIM
- Key Differences from Team — SCIM / HIPAA / ZDR / IP Allowlisting / Dedicated Support Added
- API Pricing — Completely Separate from Claude.ai; Opus 4.7 at $5 Input / $25 Output per MTok
- Token Pricing for the 3 Main Models — Opus / Sonnet / Haiku
- Batch API Pricing — 50% Off Standard Rates; Essential for Non-Real-Time Use
- Prompt Caching Pricing — Cache Hits Reduce Costs to as Low as 0.1× Base Input
- Other API Pricing — Managed Agents / Web Search / Web Fetch
- Annual Contract Discounts — Approx. 15% Off for Pro, 20% Off for Team
- Plan Recommendations by Use Case — The Final Word on Which to Choose
- Upgrading / Downgrading — Change Instantly via Settings → Billing
- FAQ — Answers to 6 Common Questions About Pricing Plans
- Q. Are Max 5x and Max 20x both $100/month?
- Q. What is the minimum number of seats for the Team plan?
- Q. Do I need a Claude Pro subscription to use the Claude API?
- Q. How much does Enterprise cost?
- Q. Can I cancel an annual contract at any time?
- Q. Are there student or educational pricing plans?
- Sources (Primary Information)
Quick Summary — All 6 Plans at a Glance (Individual: Free→Pro→Max; Organization: Team→Enterprise)
| Plan | Monthly (USD, tax-excl.) | Annual contract (monthly equivalent, USD, tax-excl.) | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | $0 | Individuals (trial) |
| Pro | $20 / month | $17 / month | Individuals (professional) |
| Max 5x | See official page ※ | — | Individuals (heavy users) |
| Max 20x | See official page ※ | — | Individuals (very heavy users) |
| Team Standard Seat | $25 / seat / month | $20 / seat / month | Teams (5+ members) |
| Team Premium Seat | $125 / seat / month | $100 / seat / month | Teams (heavy users) |
| Enterprise | Custom quote | Custom quote | Large enterprises |
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
※ Regarding Max 5x and Max 20x: The official page lists both plans as "From $100 / month," but Max 5x and Max 20x are priced differently from each other. Please be careful not to assume they cost the same. Always confirm the exact monthly price for each plan directly at the source.
Feature & Model Comparison — Claude Code / Cowork Unavailable on Free
| Feature | Free | Pro | Max | Team | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claude model access | Partial ※ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Extended Thinking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Web search | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Claude Code | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Claude Cowork | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Unlimited Projects | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Research feature | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Office integration | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Priority access | No | No | Yes | — | — |
| SSO | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| SCIM | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Audit logs | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA compliance | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| ZDR (Zero Data Retention) | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| IP allowlisting | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
※ Free plan models: The Pro plan description states "access to more Claude models," implying that the Free plan has fewer model options than Pro. For specific model names, please check the source.
Free ($0) — Ideal for Trial Use, but Claude Code / Cowork Not Available
Claude's free plan is $0 (USD, tax-exclusive) and requires only an account registration — no credit card needed.
What You Can Do on Free — Covers Chat, Code Generation, Web Search, and MCP Integration
- Chat via web browser, iOS, Android, and desktop apps
- Code generation, data visualization, text creation, and image analysis
- Web search, file operations, and code execution
- Memory across conversations
- Desktop extension and Slack / Google Workspace integration
- Tool integration via remote MCP (Model Context Protocol)
- Extended Thinking
Free Plan Limitations — No Claude Code / Cowork, Usage Limits Apply
- Claude Code is unavailable (requires Pro or higher)
- Claude Cowork is unavailable (requires Pro or higher)
- Usage limits apply. Specific numbers are not published on the official page
- Fewer model options than Pro
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
For more details, see the Claude Free Complete Guide 2026.
Pro ($20/month, $17/month annual) — The Starting Point for Serious Individual Use
| Contract type | Monthly price (USD, tax-excl.) |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $20 / month |
| Annual | $17 / month equivalent (approx. 15% discount) |
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Key Pro Features — Claude Code / Cowork / Unlimited Projects Unlocked
- All Free plan features
- Full Claude Code access (usage quota at Pro level)
- Claude Cowork access
- Projects (unlimited)
- Research feature
- Access to more Claude models
- Office integration (Excel / PowerPoint / Word)
Pro vs Max — Mainly Usage Quota Size (Max 5x = 5× Pro, 20x = 20× Pro)
The primary difference between Pro and Max is the size of the usage quota. Max 5x provides 5× the quota of Pro, and Max 20x provides 20×. The feature sets are largely the same; Max adds priority access during high-traffic periods and early access to new features.
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
See the respective plan sections above for details.
Max 5x / 20x (from $100) — For Heavy Users Who Rely Intensively on Claude Code
Important note on pricing
The official pricing page lists Max plans as "From $100 per month." However, this is a minimum price reference — Max 5x and Max 20x are priced differently from each other. Please do not assume they cost the same.
Always confirm the exact monthly price for each plan directly at the source.
Max 5x — For Engineers Who Use Claude Code Intensively Every Day
- Usage quota: 5× Pro
- Key features: All Pro features + priority access during high traffic + early feature access
- Recommended for: Engineers who use Claude Code daily and intensively, users running multiple sessions in parallel
Max 20x — For Very Heavy Users Running Agents Over Long Periods
- Usage quota: 20× Pro
- Key features: Same feature set as Max 5x, for users who need an even larger quota
- Recommended for: Engineers running Claude Code at high volume, developers and researchers running agentic workflows continuously over long periods
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Team ($20–100/seat/month) — SSO and Admin Console for Organizations of 5+
| Seat type | Monthly (USD, tax-excl.) | Annual contract (monthly equivalent, USD, tax-excl.) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard seat | $25 / seat / month | $20 / seat / month |
| Premium seat | $125 / seat / month | $100 / seat / month |
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Key Team Features — Standard Seat ≈ Pro Quota, Premium Seat ≈ Max Quota
- Minimum seats: 5 (as stated on the official pricing page)
- Standard vs Premium seats: Standard seats have Pro-equivalent quota; Premium seats have Max-equivalent quota. You can mix both types in a single contract
- SSO (Single Sign-On)
- Account management via domain verification
- Enterprise search functionality
- Team management and centralized billing via admin console
- Audit logs
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Enterprise (Custom Quote) — For Large Organizations Requiring HIPAA / ZDR / SCIM
Enterprise plan pricing is custom-quoted. No pricing table is published on Anthropic's official pricing page. Please contact the Anthropic sales team via claude.com/contact-sales.
Key Differences from Team — SCIM / HIPAA / ZDR / IP Allowlisting / Dedicated Support Added
| Feature | Team | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|
| SSO | Yes | Yes |
| SCIM (automated provisioning) | No | Yes |
| Audit logs | Yes | Yes (enhanced) |
| HIPAA compliance | No | Yes |
| Custom data retention (ZDR) | No | Yes |
| IP allowlisting | No | Yes |
| Role-based access & spend limits | No | Yes |
| Dedicated support | No | Yes |
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
API Pricing — Completely Separate from Claude.ai; Opus 4.7 at $5 Input / $25 Output per MTok
The Claude API is an entirely separate system from Claude.ai subscriptions (Free / Pro / Max / Team / Enterprise). It is used for embedding Claude into your own products and for automation. You can start using it by simply obtaining an API key from the Anthropic Console — no Claude.ai subscription required.
Token Pricing for the 3 Main Models — Opus / Sonnet / Haiku
| Model | Input (Base, USD, tax-excl.) | Output (USD, tax-excl.) |
|---|---|---|
| Claude Opus 4.8 (latest) | — ※ See official source | — ※ See official source |
| Claude Opus 4.7 | $5.00 / MTok | $25.00 / MTok |
| Claude Sonnet 4.6 | $3.00 / MTok | $15.00 / MTok |
| Claude Haiku 4.5 | $1.00 / MTok | $5.00 / MTok |
MTok = 1 million tokens. All prices are USD, tax-exclusive.
※ Pricing for Opus 4.8 (the top-tier model as of June 2026) can be found at Anthropic API Pricing.
Source: Anthropic API Pricing Documentation (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Batch API Pricing — 50% Off Standard Rates; Essential for Non-Real-Time Use
| Model | Batch input | Batch output |
|---|---|---|
| Claude Opus 4.8 (latest) | — ※ See official source | — ※ See official source |
| Claude Opus 4.7 | $2.50 / MTok | $12.50 / MTok |
| Claude Sonnet 4.6 | $1.50 / MTok | $7.50 / MTok |
| Claude Haiku 4.5 | $0.50 / MTok | $2.50 / MTok |
50% discount off standard rates. Effective for large-scale non-time-sensitive processing.
Source: Anthropic API Pricing Documentation (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Prompt Caching Pricing — Cache Hits Reduce Costs to as Low as 0.1× Base Input
| Cache operation | Multiplier | TTL |
|---|---|---|
| 5-minute cache write | 1.25× base input | 5 minutes |
| 1-hour cache write | 2.0× base input | 1 hour |
| Cache read (hit) | 0.1× base input | Same as corresponding write |
Source: Anthropic API Pricing Documentation (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Other API Pricing — Managed Agents / Web Search / Web Fetch
- Managed Agents session runtime: $0.08 / session hour (billed only while in running state)
- Web Search: $10 / 1,000 searches (added to standard token charges)
- Web Fetch: No additional charge (standard token charges only)
Source: Anthropic API Pricing Documentation (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Note: As of 2026-04-23, www.anthropic.com/pricing 301-redirects to claude.com/pricing. For API pricing details, refer to platform.claude.com/docs/en/about-claude/pricing.
Annual Contract Discounts — Approx. 15% Off for Pro, 20% Off for Team
| Plan | Monthly (USD, tax-excl.) | Annual contract (monthly equivalent, USD, tax-excl.) | Approximate discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro | $20 / month | $17 / month | Approx. 15% |
| Team Standard Seat | $25 / seat / month | $20 / seat / month | 20% |
| Team Premium Seat | $125 / seat / month | $100 / seat / month | 20% |
All prices are USD, tax-exclusive. Discount rates are calculated from figures stated on the official pricing page.
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Plan Recommendations by Use Case — The Final Word on Which to Choose
| User profile | Recommended plan | Estimated monthly cost (USD, tax-excl.) |
|---|---|---|
| Individuals wanting to try Claude | Free | $0 |
| Individuals who write and research with Claude daily | Pro (annual) | $17 / month |
| Engineers who use Claude Code every day | Max 5x | See official page |
| Engineers running Claude Code heavily and continuously | Max 20x | See official page |
| Teams or organizations of 5 or more | Team (annual) | $20–$100 / seat / month |
| Large enterprises or compliance-focused organizations | Enterprise | Custom quote |
| App integration and automation development | API pay-as-you-go | Depends on usage |
Source: claude.com/pricing (accessed: 2026-04-23)
Upgrading / Downgrading — Change Instantly via Settings → Billing
You can change your Anthropic plan by logging in to claude.com and navigating to "Billing / Subscription" in your account settings. The following is the general process based on the official page.
- Log in to claude.com
- Click the account menu in the top right → go to "Settings" → "Billing / Subscription"
- Review your current plan and the plan you want to switch to
- For upgrades: Takes effect immediately (see the source for how the prorated difference is handled)
- For downgrades or cancellations: Takes effect at the end of the current billing period
Always check the Anthropic Support page for detailed steps and terms.
FAQ — Answers to 6 Common Questions About Pricing Plans
Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions from readers.
Q. Are Max 5x and Max 20x both $100/month?
No, they are different. While the official page lists both as "From $100 / month," Max 5x and Max 20x are each priced separately. Please check the source for the specific amounts.
Q. What is the minimum number of seats for the Team plan?
Anthropic's official pricing page indicates a minimum of 5 seats.
Q. Do I need a Claude Pro subscription to use the Claude API?
No. The Claude API is an independent system from Claude.ai subscriptions. You only need to obtain an API key from the Anthropic Console.
Q. How much does Enterprise cost?
It is custom-quoted. Anthropic does not publish pricing for Enterprise on their official page. Please contact them via claude.com/contact-sales.
Q. Can I cancel an annual contract at any time?
The details of cancellation terms and refund policy are not explicitly stated on the official page. Please check the Anthropic Support page or the terms agreed to at the time of purchase.
Q. Are there student or educational pricing plans?
Anthropic's official pricing page does not list any individual student discounts. For educational institution plans, please contact Anthropic sales.
Sources (Primary Information)
- Source — Pricing for all plans: Free / Pro / Max / Team / Enterprise (accessed: 2026-04-23)
- Anthropic API Pricing Documentation — API token pricing, Batch API, and Prompt Caching details (accessed: 2026-04-23)
- www.anthropic.com/pricing — As of 2026-04-23, 301-redirects to claude.com/pricing
