Claude Free vs Pro limits
Updated 2026-10-16. Official pricing pages only.
Quick answer
Claude Free has a rolling 5-hour session limit. Claude Pro ($20, or $17 a month billed annually) gives at least 5x Free usage per 5-hour session, adds weekly limits, and includes Claude Code. Anthropic does not publish exact message counts for either.
| Plan | Price / mo | Key limit |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Everyday use, five-hour session limit |
| Pro | $20 | At least 5x Free per 5-hour session |
FAQ
How much more usage does Claude Pro give?
Anthropic says at least 5x Free usage per 5-hour session.
Does Claude Free include Claude Code?
No. Claude Code needs Pro, Max, or a Team or Enterprise seat.
When do Claude Free limits reset?
The 5-hour session starts with your first message. Pro adds a weekly limit with an account-specific reset time shown in Settings > Usage.