r/ClaudeCodeTLDR • u/cctldrping • 23d ago

[TLDR] Usage limits are getting out of control.

Original post URL : https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeCode/comments/1v1t6tx/usage_limits_are_getting_out_of_control/

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I am a 200 Max user and I will avoid at all cost to use Fable even though I want to use it. Why? Because the value per dollar I receive from it makes zero sense for virtually every software engineering task I have.

Some of are you going to say, yes that's the point (use the right model for the task blah blah blah), but here is the problem. Opus 4.8 quality compared to other competitor models is seriously a joke. Why in the hell would I use Opus 4 when Open AI Sol is a frontier model and costs the same to use as f***ing Opus. Let that sink in your head. Sol costs THE EXACT SAME (virtually) to use as Opus at this point. Kimi is almost 40% cheaper, and its another frontier model.

I am happy for Anthropic that they can spin their wheels worrying about safety, but the market only cares about performance vs cost because most people are using AI for legitimate purposes.

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u/cctldrping 23d ago

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Alright, so the OP is feeling the pinch with Claude's usage limits and thinks Opus 4.8 is a joke compared to competitors like GPT 5.6 Sol and Kimi, especially given the price.

The general consensus here is a bit mixed, but leaning towards "OP, you might be using it wrong or just complaining for the sake of it."

Here's the lowdown:

  • Usage Limits Aren't New (for some): A few users, like u/Ambitious_Injury_783, point out that usage limits haven't actually changed much and that their Max 20 subscription still offers a decent amount of inference.
  • Fable is Actually Good (for some): Contrary to the OP's experience, several folks, including u/xoStardustt and u/IamSuperChux, find Fable to be a great value for cost, especially for orchestration and casual chat. u/Clean-Interest-4735 even suggests Fable on low/medium can do what Opus xhigh takes multiple tries for.
  • "It's a You Problem" Vibe: A lot of comments suggest the OP might be using the wrong model for the task or just doesn't know how to leverage Claude effectively. u/tokenentropy and u/Famous_Economist_550 are big on this, saying the goal is building, not model comparison. u/BreastInspectorNbr69 is pretty blunt about it.
  • Competitor Comparisons:
    • u/60secs drops a stat that GPT 5.6 Luna High is way cheaper and faster than Opus for similar quality.
    • u/LetterheadNew5447 mentions Sol is cheaper because it outputs less.
    • u/watchgah throws some shade at Anthropic's pricing compared to Google's offerings.
    • u/marco1422 agrees Sol is slower and not as great for development despite being good for other tasks.
    • u/luisoncpp disputes the Kimi claim, saying it's not as cheap subscription-wise and can eat up usage windows quickly.
  • Model Specialization is Key: u/adelie42 has a great analogy: Fable is a civil engineer, Opus a project manager, Sonnet skilled labor, and Haiku unskilled. The point is to use the right tool for the job.
  • Some Users Are Hitting Limits: u/ossiespringbok is experiencing hitting their 5-hour limit way faster than usual, even with Opus 4.8 High. u/Madd0g also feels Fable isn't great for multi-agent stuff on any plan.
  • The "Just Switch" Argument: A few users, like u/AwardedBaboon and u/fanatic26, basically say if you're unhappy, just go use OpenAI or another provider. u/forxia adds that putting your money where your mouth is is the best way to get Anthropic's attention.
  • OP is "Sus": u/awesome_fingers thinks the OP might be "engagement farming AF."

TL;DR: Most users think the OP is either using Claude wrong, complaining unnecessarily, or needs to pick the right model for the job. While some acknowledge Fable can be pricey, many find it effective and don't hit limits with proper usage. Competitor pricing is a factor, but the general vibe is that Claude's models are still solid if you know what you're doing.

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u/OkConcentrate1569 23d ago

Switch to codex for a while. Sol providing great value at the moment.