Upstage API Pricing
2 paid models ยท Price range: $0.15 - $0.15 /1M
About Upstage
Upstage 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)
๐ Upstage Model Comparison
Compare all models side by side. Sorted by total price (input + output).
| Model | Tier | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Pro 3 | Standard | $0.15 | $0.60 | $0.75 | 131k | Complex reasoning, math |
| Solar Pro 3 | Standard | $0.15 | $0.60 | $0.75 | 131k | Complex reasoning, math |
๐ฏ Which Upstage Model Should You Choose?
Quick recommendations based on your use case.
๐ฐ Upstage Monthly Cost Examples
Estimated monthly costs for common use cases.
| Use Case | Monthly Usage | Solar Pro 3 (Budget) |
|---|---|---|
|
Customer Service Bot
1000 conversations/day
|
500k input 200k output |
$0.20/mo |
|
Code Assistant
200 requests/day
|
1.0M input 500k output |
$0.45/mo |
|
Data Analysis
500 analyses/day
|
2.0M input 300k output |
$0.48/mo |
โ๏ธ Upstage vs Competitors
How does {brand} compare to other major AI providers?
| Brand | Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | vs {brand} |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Upstage
|
Solar Pro 3 Current | $0.15 | $0.60 | $0.75 | 131k | โ |
OpenAI
|
Codex Mini | $1.50 | $6.00 | $7.50 | 200k | 900% more |
OpenAI
|
GPT-5.2 Pro | $21.00 | $168.00 | $189.00 | 400k | 25100% more |
OpenAI
|
GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 2000% more |
OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | 2000% more |
OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 1400% more |
OpenAI
|
GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | 1400% more |
All Models
| Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Context | Capabilities | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Pro 3 Cheapest | $0.15 | $0.60 | 131k | View Details | ||
| Solar Pro 3 Cheapest | $0.15 | $0.60 | 131k | View Details |
โ Upstage Pricing FAQ
What is the cheapest Upstage model?
The cheapest Upstage model is Solar Pro 3 at $0.75 per 1M tokens (input + output combined).
What is the maximum context length for Upstage models?
Upstage models support up to 131k context length, allowing you to process large documents and maintain long conversations.
How do I choose between Upstage 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 Upstage support prompt caching?
Yes, Upstage supports prompt caching which can significantly reduce costs for repeated prompts. Check individual model pages for caching prices.