Anthropic · General-purpose AI assistant
Claude
Claude is an assistant for conversation, writing, analysis and coding, with paid tiers adding more usage and tools such as Claude Code.
WHERE IT CAN HELP
Useful strengths.
- The consumer product supports web search, file creation, code execution, projects and connected tools, with tier-dependent limits.
- Paid Pro and Max plans include Claude Code access.
- Pro and Max offer distinct usage levels for people with different workloads.
WHAT TO WEIGH UP
The trade-offs.
- Paid usage is still limited and can depend on task size, model and features used.
- The lowest paid annual rate requires paying a year upfront.
- Claude consumer subscriptions and Anthropic Console API usage have separate billing.
AN IDEA TO TRY
Review a long report and create a concise decision brief.
Original, illustrative example—not a claim that this output has been generated.
A prompt or brief to start with
Read this report and prepare a one-page decision brief. Separate the authors’ findings from your summary, cite page numbers for each major point, identify missing evidence and list three questions a reviewer should ask before acting.
What you could create
A short, source-referenced brief with findings, evidence gaps and review questions.
BEFORE YOU SPEND
What does it cost to get started?
Free
$0 USD
Free
Basic Claude access with usage limits.
Pro monthly
$20 USD
Monthly
More usage and additional tools including Claude Code.
Pro annual
$17 USD per month equivalent
$200 USD billed upfront annually
Annual-discount rate; the payment is charged upfront.
Max
From $100 USD
Monthly
Higher usage choices; limits still apply.
Anthropic's pricing page shows USD amounts and says taxes may apply. The annual Pro amount is a monthly equivalent with $200 billed upfront. API use in Anthropic Console is separate.
Availability: Claude is available on supported web, desktop and mobile surfaces; features, limits and prices can vary by location and account.
Prices are a dated reference, not a quote. Check the linked vendor page before paying. Trials, introductory discounts, tax and eligibility can change. GBP and USD are shown as published, not converted.