Pricing Overview
Prefect offers a freemium pricing model, which means that users can access some features for free, while others require a paid subscription.
Plan Comparison
| Plan | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Users | 5 | Unlimited |
| Workflow Runs | 100/hour (up to 10 hours) | Unlimited |
| Data Sources | Limited to 3 data sources | Unlimited data sources |
| Support | Community support only | Priority email support, plus community support |
| Features | Basic features only (e.g., workflow creation, execution) | All features, including advanced features (e.g., data lineage, monitoring) |
| Pricing | Free | $29/month |
Note: The "Free" plan has some limitations on users, workflow runs, and data sources. The "Pro" plan includes all features and support options.
Hidden Costs and Considerations
While the pricing page provides a clear breakdown of what each tier includes, there are some potential hidden costs to consider:
- If you need more than 5 users, you'll have to upgrade to the Pro plan.
- If you exceed the workflow run limit on the Free plan, you'll be charged extra for additional runs (at $0.10/run).
- If you need support options beyond community support, you'll have to upgrade to the Pro plan.
Cost Estimates by Team Size
Here are some rough estimates of monthly costs based on team size:
- Solo user: The "Free" plan should suffice, with no additional costs.
- Small team (5-10 users): You may need to upgrade to the Pro plan for $29/month per user. Total estimated cost: varies by usage/month.
- Medium-sized team (11-50 users): You'll likely need multiple Pro plans, at a total estimated cost of varies by usage/month.
- Large enterprise (51+ users): At this scale, you may want to consider custom pricing or a volume discount. Contact Prefect directly for a quote.
How Prefect Pricing Compares
Here's a brief comparison with the pricing of two competitors:
| Tool | Free Plan | Paid Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Prefect | 5 users, limited features | varying amounts |
| Airflow | Unlimited users, basic features | varying amounts (or varying amounts) |
| Zapier | 5 tasks/day, basic features | varying amounts (or varying amounts) |
Note: These comparisons are based on publicly available information and may not reflect the most up-to-date pricing or feature sets.
Keep in mind that these estimates and comparisons are rough and may not reflect your specific use case. Be sure to review Prefect's pricing page carefully and contact their sales team for a custom quote if you need more features or support options.