Anthropic (Claude)
Claude API — Opus, Sonnet, Haiku
- • 200K context window standard
- • Strong reasoning and safety
- • Competitive per-token pricing
- • Extended thinking capabilities
anthropic vs openai pricing
Anthropic vs OpenAI Pricing Comparison
Compare Anthropic Claude and OpenAI GPT API pricing including cost per token, model tiers, and total cost of ownership for production AI.
Last reviewed: 2026-03-03
OpenAI (GPT)
GPT API — GPT-4o, GPT-4, o3
- • Largest ecosystem and tooling
- • Fine-tuning support
- • Image and audio multimodal
- • Batch API discounts
Feature and workflow comparison
| Capability | Anthropic (Claude) | OpenAI (GPT) |
|---|---|---|
| Flagship model | Claude Sonnet 4 | GPT-4o |
| Input pricing | $3/M tokens (Sonnet) | $2.50/M tokens (GPT-4o) |
| Output pricing | $15/M tokens (Sonnet) | $10/M tokens (GPT-4o) |
| Budget model | Haiku — $0.25/$1.25 | GPT-4o mini — $0.15/$0.60 |
| Context window | 200K tokens | 128K tokens |
| Batch discount | Available | 50% discount |
| Free tier | Limited | Limited |
Where AI Cost Board fits
Whether you choose Anthropic, OpenAI, or both, AI Cost Board monitors costs across all providers in one dashboard. Track per-model spend, set budget alerts, and get finance-ready reports — no matter which API you use.
FAQ
Is Anthropic cheaper than OpenAI?
It depends on the model tier. Claude Haiku is competitive with GPT-4o mini for budget use. Claude Sonnet 4 and GPT-4o are similarly priced. Compare actual costs for your workload with a token calculator.
Can I use both providers and track costs?
Yes. AI Cost Board supports multi-provider monitoring. Track Anthropic and OpenAI costs side-by-side with project-level attribution and budget alerts.
Which provider is cheaper for high-volume use?
Both offer batch API discounts. OpenAI provides 50% off for batch processing. Anthropic has competitive volume pricing. The cheapest option depends on your specific model and usage pattern.