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Vercel Blog·May 29·5 min read
Function invocations now billed per unit
TL;DR
Previously, function invocations in serverless computing were billed based on the total execution time, which could lead to unpredictable costs. Vercel has introduced a new billing model that charges users per individual function invocation, allowing for more precise cost management.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can now optimize serverless functions based on invocation costs, leading to better budget management.
Key Takeaways
- Understand the new per-unit pricing model for function invocations.
- Calculate potential costs based on your team's usage patterns.
- Monitor your monthly usage credits to avoid unexpected charges.
- Adjust your function invocation strategies to optimize costs.
Full Summary
Vercel has announced a transition in its billing model for function invocations, moving from a package-based pricing system to a per-unit pricing structure. Pro customers will now be charged $0.0000006 per invocation, which translates to $0.60 per million invocations, effective at the beginning of their next billing cycle.
This new model is designed to provide a more granular and fair pricing approach that scales better with varying team sizes and usage patterns. By billing per invocation, teams can utilize function invocations without quickly exhausting their monthly usage credits.
This change is particularly beneficial for teams that may have fluctuating workloads, allowing for more predictable budgeting and cost management. Overall, the shift aims to enhance the user experience by aligning costs directly with actual usage.