Pinecone 2.0 is now generally available, introducing an array of new features and a revamped pricing model designed to accelerate the deployment of vector similarity search applications. The updated pricing structure, which can be up to ten times cheaper or even free for some users, is based on hardware usage and better aligns with actual consumption patterns, offering flexibility and transparency. Three pricing plans—Free, Standard, and Dedicated—cater to different needs, from small workloads to large-scale operations with unique compliance requirements. The Free plan allows users to utilize the fully managed service without cost for small workloads, while the Standard plan offers scalable options with various pod types and priority support. The Dedicated plan provides custom configurations in a dedicated environment for complex requirements. Pinecone 2.0 aims to transition vector similarity search from research to production across diverse industries, supported by flexible pricing that encourages innovation and scalability.