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Twitter API v2 vs XCROP: Cost, Limits, Setup (2026)
The X API v2 Basic tier is $200/month for 10,000 tweet reads. XCROP Basic is $4.9/month for roughly 46,000. Full cost, rate-limit and setup comparison.
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Head-to-head breakdowns of X data providers, with the cost, limits and setup effort worked out.
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The X API v2 Basic tier is $200/month for 10,000 tweet reads. XCROP Basic is $4.9/month for roughly 46,000. Full cost, rate-limit and setup comparison.

A detailed breakdown of Twitter/X API pricing tiers, what each includes, hidden limitations, and how to choose the right plan for your project.

Why developers are leaving the official X API in 2026, plus a migration guide: endpoint mapping, auth swap, and a checklist to move without a rewrite.