AI Tools · Model server

vLLM

A high-throughput open-source server for large language models.

Overview

vLLM focuses on efficient model serving with continuous batching, optimized memory management, and an OpenAI-compatible HTTP surface.

Why it is interesting

Why pay attention

It is a serious infrastructure option when teams operate open models and need higher serving utilization than a basic local runtime.

Editorial status

Recommended for active evaluation.

Best for

Not ideal for

Open source & pricing

vLLM is free and self-hostable; GPU infrastructure is the primary operating cost.

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