Short answer: Yes, Grok has a free plan, but it’s limited. You get daily access to Grok chat and a starter allowance for Cursor’s coding agents. For the latest Grok models, higher limits, Grok Bot and serious image and video generation, you need a paid plan on The X Subscription: Plus ($8), Premium ($30), Super ($100) or Ultra ($200) per month. SuperGrok is no longer offered to new self-serve customers, but existing subscribers can keep it.
Prices checked on x.ai/pricing and xAI’s docs on November 2, 2026. Prices are in USD and exclude VAT or sales tax.
Grok plans compared
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Usage | What’s included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | $0 | Limited | Daily Grok access, starter Cursor allowance, standard X |
| Plus | $8 | $80 ($7/mo) | Base | More Grok and Cursor usage, X checkmark, creator tools, fewer ads |
| Premium | $30 | $300 ($25/mo) | 4x Plus | Latest Grok models, Grok Bot, faster chat, images and videos, code hosting and AI code reviews, cloud agents, ad-free on most surfaces |
| Super | $100 | $1,000 ($84/mo) | 15x Plus | Much higher Chat, Imagine, Voice and Build usage; 1080p 15s video; priority at peak times |
| Ultra | $200 | $2,000 ($167/mo) | 50x Plus | Highest usage |
What do you get with Grok for free?
According to xAI, the free plan includes “daily access to Grok, a starter allowance for Cursor’s coding agents, and standard X” (x.ai). In practice that means:
- Everyday chat and questions
- Basic web and X search
- Limited use, with caps that reset over time
xAI doesn’t publish exact message counts for the free tier, so we won’t guess. When you hit a cap, Grok will prompt you to wait or upgrade.
Limitations of the free plan
- Not always the newest model. TechCrunch reports Premium or higher is required to access the latest Grok models.
- Usage caps on chat, images and voice.
- No Grok Bot (Premium and up only).
- Limited video generation; 1080p 15-second clips are listed on Super and above.
- Peak-time slowdowns; priority access is a Super-plan benefit.
What happened to SuperGrok and X Premium?
In October 2026 xAI launched The X Subscription to combine Grok, Cursor and X Premium. According to xAI’s docs:
- New self-serve customers choose from The X Subscription plans.
- Existing SuperGrok, Cursor and X Premium plans continue unless you change them.
- If you switch, eligible plans are cancelled and you get a prorated refund for unused time.
- If you pay for Cursor through Apple’s App Store, switching doesn’t cancel it; cancel in iOS Settings.
xAI says Premium includes the benefits of SuperGrok, Cursor Pro and X Premium+, previously $90 a month combined.
Which Grok plan is right for you?
| You are… | Best plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Curious, occasional user | Free | Enough to test Grok |
| Regular X user wanting a checkmark and more Grok | Plus ($8) | Cheapest paid tier |
| Professional, creator or developer | Premium ($30) | Latest models, Grok Bot, Imagine, Cursor |
| Heavy video creator or power coder | Super ($100) | 15x usage, 1080p 15s video |
| Agency or all-day agent user | Ultra ($200) | 50x usage |
| Team | Premium/Super/Ultra seats | Same per-seat price; Plus not available for teams |
How Grok’s price compares
| Assistant | Free | Entry | Standard | Top |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grok | Yes | $8 Plus | $30 Premium | $200 Ultra |
| ChatGPT | Yes | $8 Go | $20 Plus | $500 Pro |
| Claude | Yes | — | $20 Pro | $200 Ultra |
| Gemini | Yes | $4.99 AI Plus | $19.99 AI Pro | $199.99 AI Ultra |
Sources: ChatGPT, Claude, Google. Deep dives: Grok vs ChatGPT and Grok vs Claude vs Gemini.
What about the Grok API?
The API is pay-as-you-go and separate from consumer plans. Grok 4.7 costs $2 per million input tokens and $6 per million output tokens, with higher rates for prompts of 200K tokens or more (xAI pricing). Image generation starts at about $0.02 per image and video at about $0.02 per second (xAI models).
Tips to get more from Grok without paying more
- Batch your questions into one detailed prompt instead of many short ones.
- Use annual billing if you’re sure: Premium drops to $25 a month.
- Set spending caps on top-ups for third-party models in Cursor.
- Cancel at least 24 hours before renewal to avoid another charge, as x.ai’s pricing page notes.
- Check VAT: buyers in the UK, EU and UAE pay local tax on top of list prices.
Plan-by-plan feature comparison
| Feature | Free | Plus | Premium | Super | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grok chat | Limited | More | 4x Plus | 15x Plus | 50x Plus |
| Latest Grok models | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Grok Bot | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Images and videos | Limited | Limited | Yes | Much higher usage | Highest |
| 1080p, 15s video | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Cursor coding | Starter allowance | More | Included | Higher | Highest |
| X checkmark and creator tools | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ads on X | Standard | Fewer | Ad-free on most surfaces | Ad-free | Ad-free |
| Priority at peak times | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Team seats | — | Not available | $30/seat | $100/seat | $200/seat |
Based on x.ai/pricing, xAI docs and TechCrunch. “—” means not listed for that plan.
Is the paid plan worth it? Three examples
Example 1: casual user. You ask Grok a few questions a day and rarely make images. Stay on Free. Upgrade only if you keep hitting limits.
Example 2: creator on X. You post daily, want a checkmark and make a few images and videos each week. Premium ($30) makes sense because it replaces X Premium+ and adds Imagine and Grok Bot. If you only want the checkmark and a bit more chat, Plus ($8) is enough.
Example 3: developer. You code daily in Cursor. Premium includes Cursor with Grok usage; if you regularly run out, Super ($100) gives 15x Plus usage. Remember that third-party models in Cursor are billed separately.
Annual vs monthly: what you save
| Plan | 12 x monthly | Annual price | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plus | $96 | $80 | $16 |
| Premium | $360 | $300 | $60 |
| Super | $1,200 | $1,000 | $200 |
| Ultra | $2,400 | $2,000 | $400 |
Calculated from xAI’s list prices. Only choose annual if you’re confident you’ll use Grok for the full year.
Step-by-step: how to upgrade, switch or cancel
- Go to your account billing settings on grok.com or X.
- New users: choose a plan from The X Subscription.
- Existing SuperGrok or X Premium users: look for the switch option, which is rolling out gradually. Switching cancels eligible old plans and gives a prorated refund (xAI docs).
- Apple App Store subscribers: cancel the old subscription in iPhone or iPad Settings, because switching doesn’t cancel it.
- To cancel: do it at least 24 hours before renewal to avoid another charge.
Pros and cons of Grok’s pricing
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Real free tier | Free limits aren’t published in detail |
| Low $8 entry point | Latest models need Premium ($30) |
| Bundle adds X Premium and Cursor | Value drops if you don’t use X or Cursor |
| Annual discounts | Plan structure changed in Oct 2026 and may change again |
What you’ll pay in your country
xAI’s prices are in US dollars and exclude taxes (x.ai/pricing).
| Region | Tax to expect on digital services | Source |
|---|---|---|
| United States | State sales tax may apply | State rules |
| United Kingdom | VAT at 20% standard rate | GOV.UK |
| European Union | VAT at your country’s rate (17%–27%) | European Commission |
| Canada | GST/HST depending on province | CRA |
| UAE | VAT at 5% | Federal Tax Authority |
App-store prices may be shown in local currency and can differ from web prices. Your bank may also charge a foreign-transaction fee for USD payments.
Free alternatives if you only need the basics
If cost is your main concern, compare free tiers before paying for anything:
- ChatGPT Free offers unlimited text chats with GPT-6 Luna, subject to abuse guardrails, plus limited uploads, images and deep research (ChatGPT).
- Gemini has a free tier, and Google AI Plus starts at $4.99 a month (Google One).
- Claude has a free plan with basic access (Claude).
Grok’s free tier is most useful if you want quick answers about what’s happening on X. For a full comparison, see Grok vs ChatGPT.
Common billing mistakes to avoid
- Double paying: switching to The X Subscription doesn’t cancel App Store subscriptions.
- Forgetting renewal dates: set a calendar reminder at least two days before renewal.
- Unexpected top-ups: third-party models in Cursor use paid credits from the first use; set spending caps.
- Ignoring tax: budget for VAT or sales tax on top of list prices.
Quick rule of thumb: if you open Grok more than a few times a day for work, the time you lose to limits on the free tier is usually worth more than $8 a month. If you use it once or twice a week, stay free.
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial or tax advice. Laws, pricing and product features (including AI regulations such as GDPR, the EU AI Act and UAE rules) change frequently and vary by country. Verify details with official sources and consult a qualified professional before acting. taxtotech.com is not affiliated with xAI, X, OpenAI, Anthropic or Google.
FAQ
Is Grok completely free?
Grok has a free plan with limited daily use. Advanced features and higher limits require a paid plan.
How much is Grok per month?
$8 (Plus), $30 (Premium), $100 (Super) or $200 (Ultra), before tax.
Do I need X Premium to use Grok?
No. You can use Grok free without X Premium. Paid X Subscription plans include X Premium benefits when you connect your X account.
Can I still buy SuperGrok?
New self-serve customers now pick from The X Subscription plans. Existing SuperGrok subscribers can keep their plan.
Does the free plan include Grok Imagine?
Free users have limited access to Grok features. Image and video creation is a listed benefit of Premium and above.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. xAI says you can cancel anytime, but you should cancel at least 24 hours before renewal to avoid another charge.
Conclusion
Grok is free to try, and the free tier is fine for casual questions. If you rely on it for work, Premium at $30 is the sweet spot: the latest models, Grok Bot, Imagine and Cursor, plus X Premium benefits. Power users can scale up to Super or Ultra. Whatever you choose, recheck x.ai/pricing before buying, because AI plans change quickly. New to Grok? Read What is Grok AI?
