Sora Pricing & Release Date Guide (2026)
Published on January 5, 2026
Since its initial announcement, the world has been waiting for OpenAI's Sora. As of 2026, the tool is now widely available. Here is the definitive guide to pricing tiers and access levels.
Release Timeline
Sora initially launched in closed red - teaming phases in early 2024. By mid - 2025, it opened to ChatGPT Plus users.Now, in 2026, it is available via API and direct web access.
Pricing Tiers
- Free Tier: Limited to 3 daily generations (watermarked).
- Plus($20 / mo): 50 generations/month, priority access.
- Pro($100 / mo): Unlimited standard speed, API access included.