Claude Opus 4.8 through the API
Opus is Claude's most capable tier — the model to reach for on hard reasoning, architecture and long agentic runs. apiToken.sale gives you Opus 4.8 and 4.7 on the same key and balance as every other model.
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When to use Opus
- Complex refactors and multi-file changes.
- Architecture, planning and high-stakes reasoning.
- Long sessions where consistency and cache reuse matter.
Opus on your balance
Opus 4.8 (model ID claude-opus-4-8) and Opus 4.7 are billed at official token rates minus your discount, so you get the top tier for a fraction of the list price.
| Model | Official in / out ($ per 1M) | Here from (−60%) | Best (−80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claude Opus 4.8 | $5 / $25 | $2 / $10 | $1 / $5 |
| Claude Opus 4.7 | $5 / $25 | $2 / $10 | $1 / $5 |
Claude Opus 4.8 pricing in detail (cache rates, context, FAQ) →
Frequently asked questions
Which Opus models are available?
Claude Opus 4.8 (claude-opus-4-8) and Claude Opus 4.7, on the same key and prepaid balance as Sonnet and Haiku.
Is Opus worth the extra tokens?
For complex reasoning, refactors and long agent runs, yes. For fast, cheap tasks, Haiku or Sonnet is usually the better value.
Use Google or GitHub to create your key and get $10 of Claude usage before you top up.