FAQ
What is the cheapest model that works well with Hermes Agent?
**DeepSeek V4 at 0.03 per million tokens, which is particularly valuable because Hermes Agent sends 6-20K tokens of fixed tool-definition overhead with every request. A month of moderate personal use costs approximately $2-5 in API fees.
How much does a single Hermes Agent task cost with a budget model?
A typical Hermes Agent task (one user message triggering tool calls and a response) costs 0.002, while complex multi-tool tasks with gateway overhead can reach 5 with DeepSeek V4.
Can I use different cheap models for different Hermes Agent tasks?
Yes. Hermes Agent has
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