Costs are based on input and output token counts multiplied by each model's per-token pricing. This calculator lets you enter your expected daily request volume, average input and output token sizes, and computes monthly cost across 25+ models.

Batch processing offers up to 50% discount by processing requests asynchronously rather than in real time. For example, the Anthropic Batch API and OpenAI Batch API both offer 50% discounts for non-latency-sensitive workloads.

It depends on your workload. Smaller models like Claude Haiku or GPT-4o-mini cost less per token but may require more tokens for complex tasks. For simple classification or extraction tasks, smaller models are often the most cost-effective choice.

Prices are sourced directly from official provider pricing pages as of March 2026. AI pricing changes frequently, so always verify current rates at the official provider pages linked in the footer before making financial decisions.

Many providers offer free credits or free tiers for low-volume usage. This calculator focuses on paid usage at scale. Free tiers are generally unsuitable for production workloads and are not included in cost comparisons.