> Inference.net
Inference.net (formerly Kuzco) is a distributed GPU inference network offering a unified OpenAI-compatible API for open-source models. It specializes in low-cost deployment of Llama 3.1 models and offers substantial initial credits ($1 + $25 for surveys) for new developers.
// pros
- OpenAI-compatible; integrate by just switching the base URL, low migration cost
- A survey unlocks +$25 trial credit, low trial barrier
- Official docs and console with generatable API keys
// cons
- Free is trial credits ($1 + $25 survey); converts to pay-as-you-go once spent, not sustained free quota
- Originates from a decentralized/distributed compute network (Kuzco→inference.net); stability and long-term reliability need watching
- Limited in-depth third-party reputation
Usable for short-term trial evaluation with the survey credits; but it is a trial-then-paid service with a decentralized background, so assess stability before production and do not rely on it as a sustained free source.
community_reputation
Inference.net evolved from the distributed GPU inference project Kuzco, offering an OpenAI-compatible API with trial credits ($1 + $25 survey). It is a trial-then-paid commercial inference service; its decentralized background introduces some uncertainty about long-term stability.
imported analysis — independent third party, not Uprouter editorial · verify before relying on it
How we estimated this: the free allowance is converted to a dollar value using the provider’s own pay-as-you-go rates for the models a typical developer would reach for. When the allowance is metered in requests, tokens or minutes rather than dollars, we assume median usage of the cheapest capable model. Because assumptions are involved, the figure carries the est. flag — treat it as an order of magnitude, not a quote.
note: ~$1 credit on signup + $25 more after replying to an email survey (verified) = ~$26 total; free tier ~30 req/min (paid ~250/min); converts to PAYG after credits are spent.
| Plan | Type | Monthly | Input /1M | Output /1M | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier (source-reported) | free | — | — | — | ~$1 credits on sign up, +$25 more after replying to an email survey; free tier limited to ~30 req/min (paid ~250/min). Converts to paid after credits are spent. |
| Pay-as-you-go | payg | — | $0.040 | $0.100 | Rate for Schematron-8B; Llama 3.1 70B also available at competitive rates. |
Pricing normalized from public sources — always verify with the provider.
// model prices
| Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meta-Llama-3.1-70B-Instruct | — | — | 131k |
$ Does Inference.net have a free tier?
Yes — Inference.net offers a free tier that we value at roughly $26.00 in free credits (estimate — derived from rate-limited usage at pay-as-you-go prices). Always confirm current limits on Inference.net's official pricing page — free tiers change without notice.
$ How much does Inference.net cost per 1M tokens?
Inference.net does not publish simple per-1M-token pricing (it may bill per request, per output, or via a subscription plan). Check their official pricing page for exact figures.
$ Is Inference.net safe to use?
Uprouter rates Inference.net as medium risk. While highly cost-effective, the distributed nature (Solana-based background) introduces different stability profiles compared to traditional hyperscalers. Recently rebranded to focus on enterprise inference. Risk ratings are editorial, evidence-based, and never influenced by affiliate relationships.
$ Can I use Inference.net through Uprouter Connect?
Yes — Inference.net is Connect-compatible. Add your Inference.net API key in Uprouter Connect (encrypted at rest) and route requests to it through one OpenAI- and Claude-compatible API, optionally behind failover aliases. Uprouter meters the traffic in compute at the provider's listed rate.
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// more_informationprice history · live status · risk & confidence · code snippets
price_history
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live_status
current: upNo probes recorded yet.
Uprouter runs its own probes; best-effort, not a guarantee. Probe results depend on our network location and cadence — for production, always use the provider’s own status page.
risk_&_confidence
While highly cost-effective, the distributed nature (Solana-based background) introduces different stability profiles compared to traditional hyperscalers. Recently rebranded to focus on enterprise inference.
Confidence reflects how much verifiable evidence (official docs, probe history, community reports) backs this entry. Risk is our editorial assessment of operator reliability and terms — not financial advice.
code_snippets
curl https://uprouter.online/api/connect/v1/chat/completions \ -H "Authorization: Bearer upr_live_YOUR_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{
"model": "meta-llama-3-1-70b-instruct",
"messages": [{ "role": "user", "content": "Hello via Inference.net" }]
}'Metered in Uprouter compute — the usage log shows which upstream served each request and its exact cost.
Ranked by neutral similarity signals only — live status, Connect compatibility, free-tier shape and free-credit proximity. Commercial relationships never influence this list.