Tool
On-prem vs API break-even calculator
A first-pass model of when self-hosting beats per-token API pricing. Adjust the assumptions to match your workload; results update as you type.
Results
Current API spend–
Self-hosted running cost–
Break-even on hardware–
Three-year totals–
This is an estimate for orientation, not a quote. A sizing review accounts for concurrency, latency targets, model choice and quantization — request one.