How to check if a model is free to use via Hugging Face Inference API?

Models
1

Hi everyone :waving_hand:

I’m currently experimenting with Hugging Face models and trying to integrate them using the Inference API. However, I’m confused about how to determine if a specific model is free to use or if it requires a paid plan when accessed via the Hosted Inference API or custom endpoints.

For example, some models show “Hosted inference API” on their page, but it’s not always clear if it’s in the free tier or will incur charges.

Is there a reliable way (via model card, API call, or Hugging Face dashboard) to check whether a model can be used for free through API calls?

Any help or clarification would be appreciated :folded_hands:

Thanks in advance!

1 Like
2

Hi @AyushAgarwal5840 ! Thanks for your question.

We offer free, signed-in users a small amount of credits that you can use among 38k+ models available with a great set of Inference Providers including the HF Inference API. The amount of credits resets each month for free users, unlike for PRO and Enterprise Hub subscribers who not only receive $2 free inference credits, but can continue using the API through a pay-as-you-go billing system after credits are exhausted. More info on pricing for Inference Providers here: Pricing and Billing.

You can track your usage in your billing settings here: Hugging Face – The AI community building the future..

PRO users also receive access to ZeroGPU, Spaces Dev Mode, up to 1TB private storage and more.

Hope this helps!

1 Like