Pricing Overview
Dagster's pricing model is designed to be flexible and scalable for data engineers, analytics engineers, and data leaders. The tool offers a free tier, a Pro plan, and an Enterprise custom plan.
Plan Comparison
| Plan | Price (monthly) | Users | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 1 | Limited to single-user environments; limited storage and compute resources; no support for large-scale workflows. |
| Pro | $29 | Unlimited | Supports multiple users and teams; increased storage and compute resources; advanced features like workflow scheduling, monitoring, and alerting. |
Hidden Costs and Considerations
While Dagster's pricing page provides a clear breakdown of the costs associated with each plan, there are some hidden costs and considerations to be aware of:
- Storage: While the Pro plan includes increased storage resources, users may still incur additional costs if their workflows generate large amounts of data.
- Compute Resources: Similarly, users may need to purchase additional compute resources if their workflows require significant processing power or memory.
- Support: The free tier does not include support for Dagster, which can be a significant cost savings for small teams. However, larger organizations may still need to purchase support plans for their users.
Cost Estimates by Team Size
To help estimate the costs associated with using Dagster, we've broken down the estimated monthly costs for solo/small team/enterprise organizations:
- Solo User (1 user): $0 - $29/month (Free or Pro plan)
- Small Team (5-10 users): varies by usage/month ($29/user x 5-10 users)
- Enterprise Organization (100+ users): Custom pricing, estimated to be in the thousands of dollars per month
How Dagster Pricing Compares
Dagster's pricing model is similar to that of other data workflow tools. Here's a brief comparison with two competitors:
- Apache Airflow: Offers a free tier and a paid plan with varying pricing; supports multiple users and teams, but has limited storage and compute resources.
- Prefect: Offers a free tier and a paid plan with varying pricing; supports multiple users and teams, and includes advanced features like workflow scheduling and monitoring.
In comparison to these competitors, Dagster's Pro plan offers competitive pricing for organizations with small to medium-sized teams. However, larger enterprises may find the custom pricing model more appealing due to its ability to scale with their organization's needs.
Note: The prices listed above are subject to change and do not include any discounts or promotions that may be available at the time of purchase.