Pricing Overview
Kestra offers a freemium pricing model that caters to various needs and budgets of data engineers, analytics engineers, and data leaders. The starting price is $25 per month for the Pro tier, making it an affordable solution for teams and organizations.
The core product is available at $0 cost to users.
Plan Comparison
The following table provides a detailed breakdown of what each tier includes:
| Tier | Number of Users | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 1 user | Limited to single-user environment; basic data processing capabilities |
| Pro | Unlimited users | Advanced data processing features, including data integration and transformation; support for multiple data sources |
| Business | Custom pricing (contact sales) | All Pro features plus additional business-specific features, such as data governance and security |
Hidden Costs and Considerations
While the pricing page provides a clear outline of what each tier includes, there are some hidden costs and considerations to keep in mind:
- Support: The free tier does not include support, while the Pro tier offers limited support. Business customers can expect more comprehensive support.
- Data Storage: Kestra's pricing model assumes that users will store their data within the platform. However, if you need to integrate with external storage solutions or have specific data storage requirements, additional costs may apply.
- Custom Development: If you require custom development or integration with other tools, this may incur additional costs.
Cost Estimates by Team Size
To provide a rough estimate of monthly costs based on team size, consider the following:
- Solo/Small Teams (1-5 users): The Pro tier ($25/month) is likely sufficient for small teams.
- Medium-Sized Teams (6-20 users): At this scale, the Business tier with custom pricing may be more cost-effective. Assume an additional varies by usage per month per user beyond 10 users.
- Enterprise (21+ users): Custom pricing will apply, and costs can range from varies by usage or more per month, depending on specific requirements.
How Kestra Pricing Compares
For comparison purposes, we've selected two competitors with similar offerings:
- Apache Airflow: Offers a free tier for up to 10 users, with paid plans with varying pricing. Custom pricing applies for larger teams.
- Prefect: Provides a free tier for up to 5 users, with paid plans with varying pricing. Business-specific features are available on the Enterprise plan.
Kestra's Pro tier offers more features and better value than its competitors' entry-level plans. However, custom pricing for large teams may make it less competitive in this segment.