Anthropic has launched the Max plan subscription tier designed for extensive Claude collaboration with up to 20x higher usage limits than the Pro plan. The service includes priority access to newest features and models, addressing the top request from the company's most active users for expanded Claude access without workflow disruption.
The Max plan offers two flexible usage levels with monthly adjustment capabilities. Expanded Usage provides 5x more usage than Pro at $100 per month, targeting frequent users working with Claude on varied tasks. Maximum Flexibility delivers 20x more usage than Pro at $200 per month, designed for daily users collaborating with Claude for most tasks throughout their workflow.
As of May 1st, 2025 the expanded Max plan features will include Claude Code, Integrations, advanced Research capabilities, and global web search functionality. The enhanced offering builds on the original usage expansion to provide comprehensive AI collaboration tools for demanding professional environments.
The plan targets users requiring extended conversations for work refinement, regular substantial document and complex data processing, deadline-driven projects that cannot accommodate usage limits, and frequent daily Claude interaction across multiple tasks. Priority access ensures subscribers receive immediate availability to new models and feature releases as they become available.
Max plan usage levels enable sustained collaboration on demanding projects including writing, software development, and data analysis through Claude Projects functionality. The expanded access supports comprehensive workflow integration where users can iterate with Claude until achieving optimal outcomes. Extended conversation capabilities facilitate complex decision-making processes and high-stakes preparation activities.
The subscription model addresses enterprise scalability concerns by providing predictable access levels that grow with organisational needs. Priority feature access creates competitive advantages for organisations requiring cutting-edge AI capabilities. Flexible usage adjustment accommodates varying project demands without long-term commitment, supporting both individual professionals and teams with fluctuating AI collaboration requirements.