# Vespa

Search and ranking platform combining vector retrieval, lexical search and model-based relevance.

- Company: Vespa
- Category: Platforms & Infrastructure
- Business model: Open (open weights/source)
- Availability: unknown
- Launched: Not recorded
- Tags: vector, developer-tools
- Website: https://vespa.ai/
- Documentation: Not recorded
- Pricing page: https://cloud.vespa.ai/price-calculator
- License: Not recorded
- Canonical URL: https://globalaiproductindex.com/products/vespa/
- Record updated: 2026-11-03

Typical uses include Semantic retrieval for RAG; Search over embedded application data. Documented capabilities: Combine lexical, vector and structured query signals; Custom ranking expressions and model inference; Real-time indexing with distributed serving.

## Key features

- Combine lexical, vector and structured query signals
- Custom ranking expressions and model inference
- Real-time indexing with distributed serving

## Use cases

- Semantic retrieval for RAG
- Search over embedded application data

## Pricing

Vespa can be self-hosted as open-source software. Vespa Cloud is resource-priced using the official calculator and offers a trial; node resources, storage and applicable traffic costs should be assessed separately from free trial access.

## FAQ

**Where does Vespa fit in a workflow?**

Search and ranking platform combining vector retrieval, lexical search and model-based relevance. Combine lexical, vector and structured query signals.

**What costs and limits should I compare before choosing Vespa?**

Vespa can be self-hosted as open-source software. Vespa Cloud is resource-priced using the official calculator and offers a trial; node resources, storage and applicable traffic costs should be assessed separately from free trial access.

## Sources

- [Vespa — official product](https://vespa.ai/)
- [Vespa — official documentation and terms](https://docs.vespa.ai/en/overview.html)
- [Vespa — official documentation and terms](https://cloud.vespa.ai/price-calculator)

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