Moonshot AI (Kimi)ActiveKimi Code Plan
Flat-fee coding subscription from Moonshot AI with a 5-hour rolling window and monthly token pool.
Bottom line
Kimi Code Plan is Moonshot AI's subscription for coding assistants. Instead of paying per token, you pay a flat monthly fee and get a rolling usage window (roughly 300–1,200 calls per 5 hours at the entry tier, depending on model) plus a monthly token pool (~17M tokens). It officially documents Claude Code integration and ships with the first-party Kimi Code CLI.
Pricing and tiers
| Tier | Price | Models | Limits | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry tier | ¥49/mo | 4 | Approx. 300–1,200 calls per 5-hour window; ~17M tokens per month (varies by tier and model) | The official site lists 4 tiers in total. Higher tiers raise the usage windows; see the official pricing page for the full tier table. |
Quota and rate limits explained
- Metering unit
- Usage is metered by model calls within the subscription, with token volume tracked per month.
- 5-hour rolling window
- A rolling 5-hour window applies: roughly 300–1,200 calls per window depending on tier and model.
- Weekly quota
- Not officially specified
- Monthly quota
- Approximately 17M tokens per month at the entry tier.
- Concurrency
- Not officially specified
- Quota refresh
- The 5-hour window refreshes on a rolling basis; the monthly pool resets each billing cycle.
- When quota runs out
- Not officially specified. In general, requests beyond the window limit need to wait for the window to recover.
- Whether usage is shared across all configured tools under one subscription is not officially specified.
- Whether premium models consume quota at a multiplied rate is not officially specified.
- IMPORTANT: Kimi is restructuring its membership. Per the official pricing page, a new membership system is launching where Kimi assistant benefits and Kimi Code benefits will be split and sold separately. The standalone Code plan tier structure should be confirmed on the official page at the time of purchase.
Supported models
4 Kimi K-series models are included at verification time.
Supported tools
- Claude CodeOfficialOfficial setup guide is provided.
- Kimi Code CLIOfficialFirst-party terminal coding tool.
- OpenCodeCommunity
- Roo CodeUnverified
- ClineUnverified
- CursorUnverified
Who it suits
Suitable for
- Individual developers who code with Claude Code or Kimi Code CLI daily
- Users who want predictable monthly costs instead of per-token API bills
- Developers who mainly use Kimi K-series models for agentic coding
Not suitable for
- SaaS products that need server-side commercial API calls
- Teams that need unbounded concurrency or a formal SLA
- Users who need models outside the Kimi K-series
Strengths and limitations
Advantages
- Flat monthly fee with a relatively high call allowance for interactive coding
- Official Claude Code setup documentation
- International site (kimi.com) lowers the barrier for overseas users
Limitations
- The 5-hour rolling window limits burst usage
- Only Kimi first-party models are included — no third-party models
- Several quota details (tool sharing, model multipliers) are not officially specified
Plan vs regular API
| Aspect | Kimi Code Plan | Regular pay-as-you-go API |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Flat monthly subscription | Pay-as-you-go per token |
| API key type | Subscription credential for coding tools; whether it works as a standard API key is not officially specified | Standard platform API key |
| Supported tools | Claude Code and Kimi Code CLI officially; other tools unverified | Any OpenAI-compatible client |
| Production use | Intended for interactive coding; not recommended for production services | Suitable for production workloads |
| Server-side calls | Not the intended use | Supported |
| Concurrency | Not officially specified | Account-level rate limits apply |
| Quota rules | 5-hour rolling window + monthly token pool | No window quotas; billed by actual usage |
| Best for | Daily interactive coding sessions | CI pipelines, SaaS backends, batch jobs |
Alternative plans
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FAQ
How much does Kimi Code Plan cost?
The entry tier starts at ¥49 per month, and the official site lists 4 tiers in total. Higher tiers raise the usage windows. Check the official pricing page for the full tier table.
How often does the Kimi Code Plan quota refresh?
The plan uses a rolling 5-hour window (roughly 300–1,200 calls per window at the entry tier) plus a monthly token pool of about 17M tokens that resets each billing cycle.
Does Kimi Code Plan support Claude Code?
Yes. Moonshot AI provides official setup documentation for using the subscription with Claude Code. The first-party Kimi Code CLI is also officially supported.
Does Kimi Code Plan support OpenCode?
There is no official OpenCode integration guide. Community configurations may work through compatible endpoints, but we have not verified this — treat it as community-supported.
Can the Kimi Code Plan key be used as a regular API key?
Official documentation does not clearly state whether the subscription credential works as a standard pay-as-you-go API key. For programmatic or production use, the Moonshot open platform API is the intended product.
Can overseas users buy Kimi Code Plan?
Kimi operates an international site (kimi.com) and markets the subscription globally. Exact payment methods and verification requirements for overseas accounts are not fully documented — confirm during signup.
What is the difference between Kimi Code Plan and a Kimi membership?
Kimi Code Plan targets coding tools with API-style quotas, while the consumer Kimi membership covers the Kimi assistant app. Note: Kimi is restructuring its membership — per the official pricing page, a new system is launching where Kimi assistant benefits and Kimi Code benefits will be split and sold separately. Check the official membership page for the current breakdown.
What happens when the quota runs out?
The exact behavior after exhausting the window quota is not officially specified. In general you wait for the 5-hour window to recover, or upgrade to a higher tier for a larger allowance.
- Prices and quota rules may change; this page was last verified on 2026-07-17.
- The subscription is designed for interactive coding tools, not for production API workloads.
Sources and updates
Prices and quota rules may change at any time. This page was last verified on 2026-07-17. Always confirm on the official site before purchasing.
Sources
Update history
- — Initial plan detail page created.