[r/ClaudeAI]score: 0.12
Claude 4.7 and 4.8 Verbosity Regression Frustrates Users
June 1, 2026
Users report significant verbosity increases in Claude 4.7 and 4.8 versus 4.6, with some teams reverting to 4.6 due to mental fatigue from over-long responses. No native verbosity control exists in the API or interface.
suggestion
HOW THIS AFFECTS YOU
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builderIf you rely on Claude for user-facing output, 4.7 and 4.8 may require additional prompt engineering to match 4.6 response length.
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founderUser-reported regression in a core UX dimension is worth tracking if Claude is in your product stack.