Sakana API Pricing
1 paid models · Price range: $5.00 - $5.00 /1M
About Sakana
Sakana 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 Sakana Model Should You Choose?
Quick recommendations based on your use case.
💰 Sakana Monthly Cost Examples
Estimated monthly costs for common use cases.
| Use Case | Monthly Usage | Fugu Ultra (Budget) |
|---|---|---|
|
Customer Service Bot
1000 conversations/day
|
500k input 200k output |
$8.50/mo |
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Code Assistant
200 requests/day
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1.0M input 500k output |
$20.00/mo |
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Data Analysis
500 analyses/day
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2.0M input 300k output |
$19.00/mo |
⚔️ Sakana 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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Sakana
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Fugu Ultra Current | $5.00 | $30.00 | $35.00 | 1.0M | — |
OpenAI
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Codex Mini | $1.50 | $6.00 | $7.50 | 200k | 79% cheaper |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 Pro | $21.00 | $168.00 | $189.00 | 400k | 440% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 55% cheaper |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 55% cheaper |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 68% cheaper |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 68% cheaper |
All Models
| Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Context | Capabilities | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fugu Ultra Cheapest | $5.00 | $30.00 | 1.0M | View Details |
❓ Sakana Pricing FAQ
What is the cheapest Sakana model?
The cheapest Sakana model is Fugu Ultra at $35.00 per 1M tokens (input + output combined).
What is the maximum context length for Sakana models?
Sakana models support up to 1.0M context length, allowing you to process large documents and maintain long conversations.
How do I choose between Sakana 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 Sakana support prompt caching?
Yes, Sakana supports prompt caching which can significantly reduce costs for repeated prompts. Check individual model pages for caching prices.