Claude Code pricing: Free vs Pro vs Max vs Team, from the source (Jul 2026)

Straight from claude.com/pricing, plus a real CLI check.

You need Pro or above to use Claude Code

Checked directly on claude.com/pricing on 2026-07-29: the Free plan ($0) does not include Claude Code. It's available on Pro, Max 5x, Max 20x, Team and Enterprise.

Monthly prices, as published

Pro: $17/mo (annual) or $20/mo (monthly), includes Claude Code.

Max: from $100/mo, with 5x and 20x usage tiers over Pro. The exact 20x price wasn't visibly listed on the page at the time of writing — check claude.com/pricing directly.

Team: standard seat $20/mo (annual) or $25/mo (monthly); premium seat $100/mo (annual) or $125/mo (monthly). Includes Claude Code and Claude Cowork.

Enterprise: $20/seat + API usage, custom contract.

Verified on this Mac

Checking your installed version is a real CLI command, run here on 2026-07-29:

$ claude --version
2.1.199 (Claude Code)

What you can check inside a session

`/status` shows your current model and auth state. Usage and cost live under `/usage`; the older `/cost` and `/stats` now open as tabs inside it. `/model` switches models instantly, no restart needed.

Which plan for solo devs

Pro is usually enough for solo/small projects. Heavier, parallel usage points to Max. Teams wanting unified billing look at Team. ConfigDeck's ¥3,000/mo All-Access is a separate, additive fee for configs — not a Claude Code subscription.

FAQ

Can I use Claude Code on the Free plan?

No. As of July 2026, Claude Code requires Pro or above.

Which plan for solo devs?

Pro is usually enough for small projects; Max for heavier, parallel usage.

How do I check my version?

Run `claude --version`. On this Mac it printed `2.1.199 (Claude Code)`.

Where do I check usage and cost?

Inside a session, use `/status` and `/usage`.

Is ConfigDeck's ¥3,000/mo the same as Claude Code's subscription?

No, it's a separate fee for config access on ConfigDeck.

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