Quantum compute access
Get access to the world’s largest and most performant fleet of quantum computers via the Quantum Compute service. Explore plans to start running workloads today.
IBM Quantum products & services
IBM Quantum offers a free Open Plan, a flexible Pay-As-You-Go Plan, Flex and Premium Plans for larger workloads, and dedicated access with the On-Prem plan. Access IBM quantum computers with options designed to scale from getting started to advanced workloads.
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Qiskit Functions catalog
Explore the most advanced ecosystem of circuit and application services designed to accelerate algorithm discovery, streamline application development, and improve execution performance.
Choose an access plan
- For getting started
Open Plan
Access quantum computers for up to 10 minutes of runtime per month. Active users may be eligible to request additional time.
- For small-scale work
Pay-As-You-Go Plan
Pay for the quantum computer access you use. Billed per second of usage.
- For project-based work
Flex Plan
Pre-purchase time for projects that require execution flexibility or bursts of sustained usage, starting at 400 minutes per year.
- For work at scale
Premium Plan
Annual subscription for large-scale quantum compute capacity, starting at 5200 minutes per year.
- For unparalleled access
On-Prem Plan
Access to a dedicated on-prem quantum system that is serviced and maintained by IBM Quantum.
Not sure which plan is right for you?
Find the right access for your workload, usage needs, and scale. Talk to an IBM Quantum expert to determine which plan best fits your goals.
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Frequently asked questions
You can access IBM quantum computers by choosing an IBM Quantum access plan. Open provides free access, Pay-As-You-Go lets you pay for the compute time you use, Flex and Premium support larger workloads, and On-Prem provides access to a dedicated quantum system serviced and maintained by IBM.
The IBM Quantum Open Plan provides free access to IBM quantum computers for up to 10 minutes of runtime per month. It is designed for users getting started with quantum computing, and active users may be eligible to request additional compute time.
Create a free account(opens in a new tab)IBM Quantum offers several access plans based on your compute needs. The Open Plan is free, Pay-As-You-Go starts at $96 USD per minute, Flex starts at $72 USD per minute, and Premium starts at $48 USD per minute. Pricing for the On-Prem Plan is available by contacting IBM.
The IBM Quantum Flex Plan provides prepaid access to IBM quantum computers for projects that require flexible or sustained compute time. Flex starts at 400 minutes of quantum compute time per year, at $72 USD per minute, and is designed for teams running larger or ongoing workloads.
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Next steps
IBM Quantum access for researchers
Researchers working on eligible quantum computing projects can apply for additional IBM Quantum compute time through the IBM Quantum Credits program. The program supports research that advances quantum computing and its applications.
IBM Quantum access for classrooms
Professors can request an IBM Quantum Classroom account to provide and manage quantum computing access for students. Students can use Open Plan resources without providing a personal credit card or payment information.
IBM Quantum for businesses
IBM helps organizations evaluate quantum computing use cases, develop utility-scale applications, and prepare for quantum-enabled workflows. Explore programs and expertise designed to help organizations identify where quantum computing could create business value.
Learn quantum computing with IBM
Build practical quantum computing and Qiskit skills with free courses, tutorials, and educational resources from IBM Quantum. Create an Open Plan account to get started with quantum computers and run workloads on IBM Quantum systems.