# vLLM

> Updated 2026-09-03 · type: tool · category: ai-infrastructure · status: active · rev 1

Throughput leader; strong governance

- Open source: yes (Apache-2.0)
- Self-hostable: yes
- Pricing model: free
- Best for: Anyone seeking easy, fast, and cheap LLM inference and serving.
- Last verified: 2026-09-04

- **Canonical:** https://gtmstacker.com/registry/tool/vllm/
- **Source:** [github · github.com/vllm-project](https://github.com/vllm-project/vllm)
- **Tags:** ai-infrastructure
- **Repository:** https://github.com/vllm-project/vllm

## Is vLLM open source?

Yes — Apache-2.0-licensed.

## How much does vLLM cost?

It is free to use.

## Can I self-host vLLM?

Yes — it can be self-hosted.


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Throughput leader; strong governance