Low-cost decentralized AI API pricing explained
Understand usage-based model pricing, crypto payments, cost controls, and how to compare decentralized AI APIs.
The short answer
Gonka Broker offers low-cost decentralized AI inference with usage-based pricing and no monthly subscription. Customers pay for the model usage they consume.
Why decentralized inference can cost less
Decentralized networks can source compute from independent providers while a lean API gateway handles compatibility, routing and usage accounting. The result is an inexpensive API that fits existing developer tools.
How billing works
Usage records make it possible to track model consumption and account limits keep spending controlled. Account top-ups are temporarily unavailable.
Crypto payments
USDT TRC20 top-ups are coming soon. No deposit address is currently issued. Additional crypto assets and card checkout may be added later.
How to compare providers
- Compare the final price for the same model.
- Check for subscriptions, minimum spend and payment costs.
- Confirm the model route and verification date.
- Review unused-credit rules and operational limits.
- Run a small request and verify the recorded usage.
See the machine-readable pricing facts in pricing.json and the evidence process in methodology.
Next step: Create one account or read the integration docs.