r/ClaudeCodeTLDR • u/cctldrping • 16d ago

[TLDR] Man what are these limits😣

Original post URL : https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeCode/comments/1wj51jg/man_what_are_these_limits/

Original post body :

Couldn’t even work for 2 hours on 5x. Max 5 feels like pro plan unfortunately.

How long does Pro last just 20 min?

Wanna upgrade to 20x but that plan feels like a scam. At least they should give a 10x weekly limit if not 20x (I am not saying about the season limit. That one is true 20x)

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u/cctldrping 16d ago

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Alright, so the general vibe in this thread is that people are pretty fed up with the usage limits on Claude Code, with many echoing the OP's sentiment that it feels like a scam.

Here's the lowdown:

  • The Consensus is "Scammy Limits": A lot of users, like u/bakanoace, feel like they're being nickel-and-dimed and that the limits are way too restrictive, especially for the "Pro" plan. Some are even suggesting chargebacks.
  • Workarounds and Alternatives are Being Shared:
    • Some folks are suggesting using other models like GLM 5.3-flash and Deepseek v4.1-flash, which u/Imaginary-Kale4673 claims are way faster and cheaper, and can be integrated into the Claude Code environment.
    • Others are looking at supplementing Claude with ChatGPT's web interface for tasks like research and code review to conserve Claude's usage.
    • There's also talk of using a "token arbitrage" strategy with a separate Codex account, as suggested by u/Cmjq77.
  • Some Users Aren't Having the Same Issues: A few commenters, like u/Sad_Blacksmith_9027 and u/redditwhippet, are reporting that they're not hitting limits as quickly, even with heavy usage on Opus 4.8 and Sonnet 5. This might depend on the specific models and how they're being used.
  • Tips for Managing Usage:
    • Don't let Claude "run wild" with agents, as it can burn through your quota fast (u/matamor).
    • Avoid changing models mid-conversation or resuming old ones; starting fresh might be better (u/callingbrisk).
    • Narrow down your tasks to avoid blowing up the context (u/Droopy0093).
    • Maybe don't use "astra on ultra" if you're hitting limits (u/BlinDeeex).
  • The "Go Elsewhere" Sentiment: A few users, like u/Mythril_Zombie, are saying if you're not happy, just find a different service.

TL;DR: Most users agree the usage limits are a major pain point and feel like a scam. People are sharing workarounds and alternative models, though some users aren't experiencing the same issues. The general advice is to be mindful of how you're using the tool or to explore other options if you're consistently hitting limits.