When PAYG makes sense
PAYG is useful for testing, low-volume workflows, seasonal usage, or teams that want to validate data quality before committing to a plan.
It keeps the entry point simple because there is no monthly commitment and bandwidth can be purchased as needed.
When subscriptions are better
Monthly plans usually make sense when usage becomes predictable. Included bandwidth lowers the effective per-GB cost and gives teams a clearer operating budget.
Subscriptions are also better for production workflows where data collection is part of a recurring process.
How to choose
Start with expected monthly bandwidth, then compare the effective price per GB and overage rate. If your usage is consistent, a subscription is usually more efficient.
If usage is uncertain, PAYG gives you room to learn before choosing a plan.