Claude Free (free)
Claude Free is Claude's free tier — limited messages per day. It includes Claude Sonnet 5, Claude Haiku 4.5.
0What's included
| Model | Intelligence | Per 1M (in / out) | Tokens / $1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claude Sonnet 5 | 38 | $2 / $10 | 125.0k |
| Claude Haiku 4.5 | 15 | $1 / $5 | 250.0k |
Plan details
| Provider | Claude |
|---|---|
| Price | Free |
| Limits | Limited messages per day |
| Prices last verified | 2026-09-19 |
Other Claude plans
- Claude Pro — $20/mo, 5x usage limits on opus
- Claude Max — $100/mo, 10x usage limits on opus
How to decide
A subscription is only worth it if it is cheaper than the tokens you would buy instead — and if its limits cover how you actually work. Use the AI intelligence calculator to price your own monthly volume against every provider, or compare the whole market on the subscriptions page.
FAQ
Is Claude Free really free?
Yes — Claude Free is a free tier with limits: limited messages per day. It is a good way to try Claude's models before paying, but for sustained volume the API or a paid plan is usually cheaper per token.
Which models does Claude Free include?
Claude Free includes Claude Sonnet 5, Claude Haiku 4.5.
What is the best alternative to Claude Free?
The Claude API is the natural next step once the free tier's limits get in the way — price your own volume in the calculator before committing to a paid plan.