Replicate Try for Free models

Replicate runs AI models through an API and bills by usage. Its Try for Free collection lets you run selected models without buying credit.

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Replicate Try for Free models is a cloud and infrastructure perk from Replicate, offering free runs on Try for Free models, with no funding required.

Value
Free
Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free credits

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What you get

Inside Replicate Try for Free models

Replicate's Try for Free collection lists models you can run without purchasing credit after creating a Replicate account. The models are free for a limited number of runs, and after the free use limit you need to add billing and purchase credit. Hardware is billed per second, for example an Nvidia H100 at $0.001525 a second ($5.49 an hour).

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Free for a limited number of runs; no end date is stated.
Other requirements
Free runs apply only to the models in the Try for Free collection.
How to claim

How to apply for Replicate Try for Free models

Steps to apply
  1. 1Create a Replicate account
  2. 2run a model from the Try for Free collection.
Good to know: Plans read on replicate.com/collections/try-for-free and replicate.com/pricing on October 29, 2026.
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Questions

Replicate Try for Free models: common questions

What do you get with Replicate Try for Free models?

Replicate Try for Free models offers free runs on Try for Free models.

Who qualifies for Replicate Try for Free models?

Replicate Try for Free models is open to any startup, with no funding required. Free runs apply only to the models in the Try for Free collection.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Replicate Try for Free models?

No. Replicate Try for Free models is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Replicate Try for Free models?

Create a Replicate account, then run a model from the Try for Free collection.

How long do I have to use Replicate Try for Free models, and does it expire?

Free for a limited number of runs; no end date is stated.

Is Replicate Try for Free models available outside the US?

Replicate Try for Free models is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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