Rent GPUs — or just use them.

GPU pricing, honestly

GPU prices change weekly, and any number on this page ages fast. So here is what we can state honestly: on-demand H100-class instances at major clouds range from roughly $2–$4 per hour (spot lower, reserved higher), and prices are trending down as 2026 supply lands. Always check the provider's live price page before buying.

The Plugsky alternative to renting GPUs

If you need model inference — not raw GPU ownership — you do not need to rent GPUs at all. Plugsky's API gives you 30+ models for $5.60/month, with no idle-GPU waste, no instance management, and no hourly burn. That is the real price comparison: an API plan vs an hourly GPU bill.

Do the math on your workload

• LLM GPU capacity calculator — what GPU do you actually need?
• LLM cost calculator — API cost vs self-hosting cost.
• Self-hosting break-even calculator — when owning beats renting.
• Private LLM cost estimator

FAQ

How much does an H100 cost per hour?

Check current market rates on a provider's price page; expect ~$2–$4/hr on-demand in 2026. We won't quote a stale number as fact.

Is the API cheaper than renting GPUs?

For most workloads, yes — you pay for tokens used, not idle capacity. For 24/7 massive throughput, a reserved GPU may win. The break-even calculator answers it for your case.

Can I earn from my GPU instead of paying for one?

Yes — join the GPU Share Network and earn 70% of revenue from idle capacity.