OpenAI, SpaceXAI and Meta roll out cheaper enterprise AI models
Big names in AI are dropping new, wallet-friendly models to help businesses save money.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 uses fewer tokens for tasks, SpaceXAI's Grok 4.5 is twice as efficient as its rivals, and Meta's Muse Spark 1.1 comes with what Mark Zuckerberg calls "very attractive" pricing, all aimed at making AI more affordable.
OpenAI and rivals push AI affordability
With companies facing hefty monthly bills for AI tools, stricter limits are now the norm.
OpenAI has added features like credit analytics and spending controls to help users manage costs better.
Services like OpenRouter let you pick cheaper models for specific jobs, while Chinese firm DeepSeek focuses on budget options for everyday tasks.
Elon Musk says Grok 4.5 beats pricier competitors in both speed and efficiency, showing just how intense the race for affordable AI has become.