TTS-1 API Pricing Calculator

Track tts-1 pricing with real-time alerts, compare providers, and monitor cost changes across scalable text-to-speech AI workflows globally.

Released 6 November 2023, TTS-1 is now a legacy audio model from OpenAI. It is due to be replaced by GPT Realtime 2.1 Mini on 6 January 2027. OpenAI offers TTS-1.

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

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Model Details

Released
Nov 6, 2023
Status
Legacysunset Jan 06, 2027
Superseded By

Where is TTS-1 a perfect fit?

tts-1 is designed for fast, scalable speech generation, prioritising speed and affordability over maximum voice realism. Ideal for:
- Voice assistants and conversational AI responses
- Accessibility tools like screen readers and narration
- Generating audio for apps, games, and user interfaces
- High-volume content narration pipelines
- Real-time speech generation in customer support systems
- Multilingual text-to-speech applications

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(USD 15.0000 per 1M tokens)

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Recent changes

When TTS-1 was newly listed on a provider, moved to legacy or deprecated, or retired.

  1. Legacy

    OpenAI moved TTS-1 to legacy, retiring it on 6th Jan 2027, with GPT Realtime 2.1 Mini as the suggested replacement.

See all changes, new releases and retirements →

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FAQs about TTS-1

Is TTS-1 still available?

TTS-1 is a legacy model and is scheduled for retirement on 6 January 2027. The replacement is GPT Realtime 2.1 Mini.