About hardware.co
Mission
hardware.co is building an independent data and discovery layer for quantum-computing hardware. As quantum processors become increasingly accessible through cloud platforms and direct research programs, the need for independent, structured hardware intelligence has grown significantly.
We believe researchers, engineers, and organizations evaluating quantum computing should have access to accurate, vendor-neutral hardware comparisons — without having to rely on manufacturer marketing or outdated academic surveys.
What We Do
- Track quantum processors across architectures and providers
- Maintain structured, cited hardware specifications
- Provide architecture and workload comparison tools
- Publish verified benchmark data with source attribution
- Map cloud access, availability, and pricing models
- Cover hardware developments through QPU Intelligence
What We Don't Do
- Operate quantum hardware
- Guarantee hardware performance outcomes
- Rank processors in exchange for commercial relationships
- Accept payment to alter factual specifications
Our Approach
Data is sourced from manufacturer documentation, cloud provider documentation, and published research. Sponsored content and editorial content are kept strictly separate.
For full detail on how we collect, verify, and update hardware specifications, see our data methodology.
The Vision
In the long term, hardware.co aims to become the routing and access layer for quantum workloads — helping developers and researchers find the right hardware and, eventually, dispatch workloads to it. Independent, structured data is the foundation.