In April 2026, Venice AI made a big change to its pricing model.
For a long time, the setup was simple: a Free plan and a Pro plan. Now there are four tiers to consider: Free, Pro, Pro Plus, and Max. That gives users more flexibility and, for heavier users, a better chance of finding a plan that actually fits their usage.
Let’s party.
First, Understand Venice Credits
Venice kept this part refreshingly simple.
100 credits = $1
Which also means:
1 credit = $0.01 (one penny)
That’s all you need to know. Move the decimal two places to the left, and you’ve got the dollar amount.
There’s no weird points system to decode (like airline points), which is nice, because too many companies make this kind of thing more confusing than it needs to be.
The Four Venice.AI Pricing Tiers, and Who They Make Sense For
1. Free Plan
This is the starting point and where most Venetians get their feet wet.
If you’re new to Venice or just want to test the platform, the Free plan is fine. But you do need to understand the limitations before getting too excited.
You won’t get:
- Uncensored image generation
- Video and music generation
- Access to frontier models
- Much more
Those features are reserved for paid subscribers.
You can still use uncensored text with the Venice Uncensored model, so if some uncensored text is your main priority, the Free plan can still be useful. But for most people, it’s going to feel fairly limited once they start using the platform more seriously.
2. Venice Pro ($18/month)
This is the main entry-level paid option, and it was the only paid tier available up until April 2026. It turns Venice from something just cool into a true AI experience and tool suite.
You get:
- Full access to core features
- 1,000 images per day on included models
- Video, music, upscaling, background removal
- Custom characters
- Larger memory in chats
- 100 API credits per month, which equals $1 in value
- and more
Notice that this plan comes with 100 Venice credits. A monthly allotment of 100 API credits is not much if you plan to use APIs regularly, so Pro should not be viewed as a serious API plan. It makes much more sense as a plan for people who mainly want to use Venice through the main interface and enjoy the included features without doing heavy API work.
If you’re a casual creator, Pro is a solid deal and is less than ChatGPT or Claude, even if you pay monthly.
If you’re running OpenClaw with Venice’s API or doing anything API-heavy on a regular basis, Pro by itself probably will not be enough. You’ll want more power…
3. Pro Plus ($68/month)
This is where things start to get more interesting for heavier users. And although the price is heavier with Pro Plus, you can get 20% off any plan right now with promo code RUNTHE20.
Now, with Pro Plus…
You get:
- Everything in Pro
- $75 worth of monthly credits
- Higher image generation limits
- 2-month credit rollover
For creators, developers, and regular API users, this is a much better fit. It gives you enough room to actually do meaningful work without constantly watching your credit balance, and the rollover feature helps if your usage varies from month to month.
There’s another angle here that a lot of people overlook. If you’re currently paying for multiple subscriptions like ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini, this plan could replace some or all of those, depending on how you use them. Since Venice gives you access to multiple models through its API, you can route your usage through Venice instead and keep things private in the process. Just keep in mind that those API calls will consume your credits, so the math only works if your usage stays within a reasonable range.
If you create a lot of images or videos, use Venice often, or rely on API access for tools like OpenClaw, Pro Plus is probably the best balance between price and value.
4. Max Plan ($200/month)
This is the highest tier, and it’s aimed at power users. A lot of people will see a $200/month price tag and think it’s insane. On the surface level, it kind of is. But when you know how to leverage the power of AI correctly, it becomes a heavy ROI-positive investment in a business or project.
You get:
- Everything in Pro Plus
- $225 in monthly credits (best value)
- Highest image generation limits
- 3-month credit rollover
This plan makes the most sense for:
- Heavy OpenClaw users
- Agencies
- High-volume creators
- People running large or constant workloads
Just like with Pro Plus, this tier can also replace multiple AI subscriptions if you prefer running everything through Venice. If you’re using models that would normally require separate subscriptions, consolidating them under one system can simplify things. The tradeoff is that everything runs on credits, so you need to keep an eye on usage.
If you already spend close to $200 per month on Venice usage, Max is an easy plan to justify. If your usage is well below that, then it’s probably more plan than you need.
Monthly vs. Yearly Pricing – Should You Spend a Year in Venice?
If you already know you like or love Venice and plan to keep using it for a year, then yearly billing is the smarter move.
Also, when you throw in the 20% off code RUNTHE20, the savings become substantial.
For example:
- Venice Max plan drops from $200/month to $180/month on an annual plan.
- After you take an additional 20% off that reduced price with the promo code, that drops to just $144/month.
- So… for $144/month for one year, you get to use $225/month in Venice credits, they roll over for three months, and you get everything in Venice Pro.
That’s an awesome discount, especially if you’re already committed to the platform and know you’re going to be using it heavily throughout the year.
So, Which Venice AI Plan Should You Pick?
Here’s the fast breakdown:
- Free: Best for testing and casual use
- Pro: Good for light creators and users focused on the main interface
- Pro Plus: Best for serious creators and moderate API users
- Max: Best for power users, agencies, and heavy OpenClaw setups
The right plan for you depends on how much you actually use Venice.
Some people will overpay for Max when they really only need Pro or Pro Plus. Others will stay on Pro too long and keep running into limitations that are easy to solve by moving up a tier. The smartest move is to choose based on your real usage, not the plan name.
One Last Thing
Venice pricing can change over time, so it’s always smart to check the official pricing page for the latest details.
We do our best to keep this page accurate, but pricing updates can happen.
Wrapping It Up
Venice’s new pricing structure gives users more room to choose a plan that matches how they actually use the platform, and that is a good thing for anyone who has outgrown the old Pro plan (like me).
If you use Venice casually, there’s no reason to overspend. If you rely on it heavily, moving to a larger plan can make a lot of financial sense.
Which Venice plan are you using right now? Drop a comment in the comments section below and say why.
Until next time, remember to run the prompts and prompt the planet.
Venice AI Pricing FAQ
1. What are Venice AI credits?
Venice credits are used for premium features like API access, video generation, image upscaling, and more.
2. How much is one Venice credit worth?
One credit equals $0.01, or one penny.
3. How many credits equal $1?
100 credits = $1.
4. What Venice AI plans are available right now?
As of April 2026, Venice offers four plans: Free, Pro, Pro Plus, and Max.
5. Can I generate uncensored images on the Free plan?
No. Uncensored image generation is only available on paid plans. If you have or are getting a paid plan, be sure to check out our guide on how to make Venice as uncensored as possible.
6. Do Venice credits roll over?
Yes, on two of the plans. Pro Plus includes a 2-month rollover, and Max includes a 3-month rollover.
7. Is yearly billing cheaper than monthly?
Yes. Yearly billing will save you up to 16% compared to paying monthly. Also, you can save an additional 20% on any plan by using promo code RUNTHE20.
8. Where can I check the latest Venice pricing?
Although we try hard to keep this post up to date, you can always check Venice’s official pricing page for the 100% most up-to-date information.
9. I received my 100 credits as a Venice Pro user. If I don’t use them in a given month, do they roll over?
No, credits do not roll over on the Pro tier. Only the two higher tiers, Pro Plus and Max, offer credit rollover.
10. What does “refreshing credits” mean?
Refreshing credits refers to credits that are automatically added to your account every month. For example, if you subscribe to the Venice Max plan, 22,500 credits will be added to your account every month, and unused credits will roll over for three months.
11. Will the base Venice Pro tier continue to include the same models, or will certain models gradually be moved to higher tiers, reducing the value of Pro to something closer to the Free tier?
For now, this is unconfirmed. However, based on Venice’s track record, this kind of degradation is unlikely to happen.
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