Inception API Pricing
1 paid models · Price range: $0.25 - $0.25 /1M
About Inception
Inception provides AI models through their API. Compare pricing and find the best model for your needs.
Pricing Features
- Pay-per-token billing
- Prompt Caching (discounted)
🎯 Which Inception Model Should You Choose?
Quick recommendations based on your use case.
💰 Inception Monthly Cost Examples
Estimated monthly costs for common use cases.
| Use Case | Monthly Usage | Mercury 2 (Budget) |
|---|---|---|
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Customer Service Bot
1000 conversations/day
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500k input 200k output |
$0.28/mo |
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Code Assistant
200 requests/day
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1.0M input 500k output |
$0.63/mo |
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Data Analysis
500 analyses/day
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2.0M input 300k output |
$0.72/mo |
⚔️ Inception vs Competitors
How does {brand} compare to other major AI providers?
| Brand | Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | vs {brand} |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Inception
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Mercury 2 Current | $0.25 | $0.75 | $1.00 | 128k | — |
OpenAI
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Codex Mini | $1.50 | $6.00 | $7.50 | 200k | 650% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 Pro | $21.00 | $168.00 | $189.00 | 400k | 18800% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 1475% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 1475% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 1025% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 1025% more |
All Models
| Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Context | Capabilities | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury 2 Cheapest | $0.25 | $0.75 | 128k | View Details |
❓ Inception Pricing FAQ
What is the cheapest Inception model?
The cheapest Inception model is Mercury 2 at $1.00 per 1M tokens (input + output combined).
What is the maximum context length for Inception models?
Inception models support up to 128k context length, allowing you to process large documents and maintain long conversations.
How do I choose between Inception models?
For budget projects, choose the cheapest model. For code generation, prioritize low output price. For complex reasoning, choose models with reasoning capability. Use our scenario guide above.
Does Inception support prompt caching?
Yes, Inception supports prompt caching which can significantly reduce costs for repeated prompts. Check individual model pages for caching prices.