ModelScope API Inference: Free Limits and Models
ModelScope, Alibaba's open model community, serves open models through a standard API with a free daily allowance. It suits prototypes and personal projects more than production traffic.
About 2,000 free calls per day, covering 8 models.
Prices checked Oct 11, 2026
Price
Free
Plans
1
Models
8
Checked
Oct 11, 2026
ModelScope API Inference plans and prices
| Plan | Price | Usage allowance | Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| API-Inference free allowance | Free | About 2,000 free calls per day | 8 |
Usage limits and billing
- About 2,000 free calls per day in total, with separate limits for each model.
- The allowance resets daily; requests over the limit usually return HTTP 429. Limits change often, so check the usage page in your ModelScope account.
Included models
- DeepSeek V4 Pro
- DeepSeek V4 Flash
- GLM-5.1
- GLM-5
- Kimi K2.5
- MiniMax M2.7
- MiniMax M2.5
- Step 3.7 Flash
FAQ
How much does ModelScope API Inference cost?
The free allowance costs nothing. About 2,000 free calls per day in total, with separate limits for each model.
What are the ModelScope API Inference usage limits?
About 2,000 free calls per day in total, with separate limits for each model. The allowance resets daily; requests over the limit usually return HTTP 429. Limits change often, so check the usage page in your ModelScope account.
Which models are included in ModelScope API Inference?
DeepSeek V4 Pro, DeepSeek V4 Flash, GLM-5.1, GLM-5, Kimi K2.5, MiniMax M2.7, MiniMax M2.5 and Step 3.7 Flash. The list changes as the provider adds or retires models.
Can I use ModelScope API Inference outside China?
ModelScope offers this free allowance on its China site. Account verification requirements may differ for international users, so check the official page first.
Sources
- ModelScope API Inference official page (in Chinese) (checked Oct 11, 2026)
Related pricing
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