Free AI from IBM
1 free offer from IBM in the aifree.dev catalog, 1 verified: what is free, the catch, card rules and limits.
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IBM has one free offer in the aifree.dev catalog (free credits). It is verified by aifree.dev. It asks for a credit card. Aimed at developers and startups.
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| Tool | What's free | Key limits | Card required? | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $200one-time | $200 credit valid for 30 days only · 40+ Lite-plan products stay free indefinitely | Card required | Verified · Oct 13, 2026 |
What's free from IBM
IBM Cloud free tier · $200
New IBM Cloud accounts get a $200 credit (30 days) to try any product, plus 40+ always-free Lite-plan products including Watson APIs with no time limit.
The catch: The $200 credit expires after 30 days and the account is Pay-As-You-Go - usage beyond free tiers bills automatically if no card limit is set.
- $200 credit valid for 30 days only
- 40+ Lite-plan products stay free indefinitely
Eligibility
- Credit card required.
- Needs an account sign-up.
- New IBM Cloud accounts.
- Available worldwide.
- Payment method for the Pay-As-You-Go account.
Recent changes
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- Comparison: Free Cloud Credits
- Top chart: Biggest Free AI Credits
- Top chart: New Free AI Offers
IBM FAQ
- Do I need a credit card for the free IBM offer?
- Yes. IBM Cloud free tier asks for a credit card.
Every section above is built from the offer data; the sitewide changelog lists all changes.