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Flow Pricing

Flow uses simple, transparent pay-as-you-go pricing that scales with your usage. Only pay for the time your pipelines are actively running.

Pricing Model​

Base Rate​

$0.003 per minute of pipeline runtime

  • No setup fees
  • No minimum commitments
  • No hidden costs
  • Cancel anytime

Free Tier​

First 100 pipeline-minutes free for new users

  • Perfect for testing and development
  • Automatically applied to new accounts
  • No credit card required to start

How Billing Works​

Runtime Calculation​

  • Billing starts when pipeline enters running state
  • Billing stops when pipeline is stopped, completed, or failed
  • Billed to the nearest minute
  • Paused pipelines don't incur charges

Monthly Billing​

  • Usage aggregated monthly
  • Invoiced at the end of each billing cycle
  • Detailed usage reports available
  • Multiple payment methods supported

Cost Examples​

Small Pipeline​

Monitoring specific accounts

  • Runtime: 24/7 (43,200 minutes/month)
  • Cost: $129.60/month

Medium Pipeline​

Processing payment streams

  • Runtime: Business hours (8h/day, 22 days)
  • Runtime: 10,560 minutes/month
  • Cost: $31.68/month

Large Pipeline​

Network-wide analytics

  • Runtime: 24/7 with 95% uptime
  • Runtime: 41,040 minutes/month
  • Cost: $123.12/month

Development Pipeline​

Testing and development

  • Runtime: 2 hours/day
  • Runtime: 3,600 minutes/month
  • Cost: $10.80/month

Cost Optimization​

1. Efficient Filtering​

Use processor filters to reduce data volume:

{
  "type": "payments_memo",
  "config": {
    "min_amount": "100",
    "addresses": ["GSPECIFICADDRESS..."]
  }
}

2. Batch Processing​

Larger batch sizes reduce processing overhead:

{
  "consumer": {
    "type": "postgres",
    "config": {
      "batch_size": 100  // More efficient than batch_size: 1
    }
  }
}

3. Schedule Pipelines​

For non-critical data, run pipelines during specific hours:

  • Process historical data in batches
  • Run analytics during off-peak hours
  • Pause development pipelines when not in use

4. Monitor Usage​

Track your usage in real-time:

  • Dashboard shows current runtime
  • Usage alerts available
  • Detailed cost breakdowns
  • Export usage data for analysis

Pricing Calculator​

Estimate your monthly costs:

Use CaseRuntimeMinutes/MonthMonthly Cost
Real-time monitoring24/743,200$129.60
Business hours only8h × 22d10,560$31.68
Overnight batch6h × 30d10,800$32.40
Weekend processing48h × 411,520$34.56
Hourly snapshots5min × 24 × 303,600$10.80

Subscription Management​

Starting a Subscription​

  1. Add payment method in Console
  2. Subscribe to Flow
  3. Create your first pipeline
  4. Automatic billing begins

Monitoring Usage​

  • Real-time usage dashboard
  • Email notifications for thresholds
  • Downloadable invoices
  • Usage API for automation

Cancellation​

  • Cancel anytime from Console
  • Pipelines stop at end of billing period
  • Pro-rated refunds available
  • Data export supported

Enterprise Pricing​

For high-volume usage or custom requirements:

Volume Discounts​

  • 1M+ minutes/month: Contact sales
  • Annual commitments: Up to 20% discount
  • Custom pricing for specific use cases

Enterprise Features​

  • Dedicated infrastructure
  • SLA guarantees
  • Priority support
  • Custom integrations

Contact Sales​

Email: sales@withobsrvr.com

FAQ​

Is there a free trial?​

Yes! First 100 pipeline-minutes are free for new users.

How accurate is billing?​

Billing is calculated to the nearest minute with millisecond precision tracking.

Can I set spending limits?​

Yes, configure spending alerts and automatic pipeline pausing in Console.

What payment methods are accepted?​

  • Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
  • ACH transfers (for Enterprise)
  • Wire transfers (for Enterprise)

Are there any additional fees?​

No. The only cost is the per-minute runtime charge.

What happens if payment fails?​

  • 7-day grace period
  • Email notifications
  • Pipelines paused after grace period
  • Data preserved for 30 days

Can I get a refund?​

Pro-rated refunds available for annual plans. Contact support for assistance.

Comparison with Alternatives​

vs. Self-Hosted Infrastructure​

AspectFlowSelf-Hosted
Setup Cost$0$1000s+
Monthly Cost (small)~$30~$500+ (servers)
MaintenanceNone20+ hrs/month
ScalingAutomaticManual
Time to DeployMinutesWeeks

vs. Other Data Platforms​

Flow's pricing is typically 50-80% less expensive than comparable platforms:

  • No ingress/egress fees
  • No storage charges
  • No per-event pricing
  • Simple per-minute model

Getting Started​

Ready to start? Create your first pipeline and get 100 free minutes!