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A managed vector database that makes it easy to build AI search and retrieval-augmented generation apps.
Pinecone is a fully managed vector database for AI applications, built so developers never have to run infrastructure. You create an index, upload embeddings, and query by similarity, and Pinecone handles scaling, replication, and availability behind the scenes.
Key Features
- Fully managed vector database, no infrastructure to run
- Semantic search and RAG-ready similarity queries
- Free Starter tier with 2 GB storage
- Namespaces for multi-tenant separation
- Metadata filtering combined with vector search
- Bring-your-own-cloud option for enterprises
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $0 | 2 GB storage, 2M write units and 1M read units per month, up to 5 indexes. |
| Builder | $20/mo | Flat $20 per month, 10 GB storage, 5M write units and 2M read units per month. |
| Standard | From $50/mo | $50 monthly minimum, then usage-based billing for storage and read/write units. |
| Enterprise | From $500/mo | $500 monthly minimum, higher unit rates, HIPAA included, 99.95% SLA. |
Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: Yes — it has a free plan.
Best for: developers who want managed vector search for AI apps with zero infrastructure work.
Popular with: Developers
Popular with: Developers
How it works
It is the simplest route to semantic search and retrieval-augmented generation: there is no self-hosted option, which keeps the surface area small and the setup fast. Namespaces let you separate tenants or datasets inside one index, and filtering combines metadata with vector similarity.
Pinecone's free Starter tier includes 2 GB of storage with generous monthly read and write allowances, and the Builder plan costs a flat $20 per month. Standard starts at a $50 monthly minimum and Enterprise at $500, both usage-based beyond that. It is ideal when you want managed vector search with zero operations.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Zero operations; fully managed and serverless
- Generous free Starter tier
- Simple flat $20 Builder plan
- Fast setup for RAG prototypes
✗ Cons
- No self-hosted option at any price
- Usage costs can grow quickly at scale
- Proprietary, so migration takes effort
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinecone free?
Yes — Pinecone has a free plan. Free Starter; Builder $20/mo; Standard from $50/mo minimum
What is Pinecone best for?
developers who want managed vector search for AI apps with zero infrastructure work.
What kind of tool is Pinecone?
Pinecone is a Data & Analytics tool on VerlumoAI.
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View detailsLast reviewed: November 2026