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Appsmith vs Dagger: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Appsmith and Dagger. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Appsmith starts at $15/mo, making it $35/mo cheaper than Dagger ($50/mo). Appsmith offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Appsmith vs Dagger: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureAppsmithDagger
Starting Price$15/mo$50/mo
Number of Plans33
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelopen-sourceopen-source
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Appsmith is the more affordable option, starting at $15/mo compared to Dagger's $50/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 32 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Dev Tools needs.

Pricing Plans
Appsmith
Appsmith
Try it free
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Up to 5 users for cloud
  • 5 workspaces
  • Version control with Git 3 repos
  • Google SSO
  • 3 standard roles for access control
  • Public apps
  • Community support
Start with Free
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Observability for one
  • Community Support
Start with Free
Tier 2
Business
$15/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Everything in Free, plus
  • Up to 99 users
  • Unlimited environments, Git repos, and workspaces
  • Workflows
  • Reusable packages
  • Premium integrations
  • Custom roles and access controls
  • Audit logs
  • Remove “Powered by Appsmith” branding
  • Email/chat support
Start with Business
Team
$50/month
$4 / year
Includes
  • Observability and module sharing for up to 10 users
  • Email Support
Start with Team
Tier 3
Enterprise
$2500/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Everything in Business, plus
  • SAML / OIDC SSO
  • User provisioning and group sync through SCIM
  • CI/CD
  • Private app embedding with shared logins
  • Airgapped edition*
  • Managed hosting* Managed cloud hosting on dedicated servers
  • Custom integrations
  • Dedicated support and SLAs
  • *Add-on
Start with Enterprise
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Enterprise-level confidence and support for teams running Dagger at scale
Start with Enterprise

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Appsmith

Open-source low-code framework for internal tools

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Dagger

Programmable CI/CD engine running pipelines in containers

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Our Pick

Appsmith

Appsmith offers a free plan, starts at $35/mo lower ($15/mo vs $50/mo).

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: Appsmith

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Appsmith if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Appsmith starts at $15/mo, saving $35/mo compared to Dagger at $50/mo
  • You prefer Appsmith's free tier features—Up to 5 users for cloud, 5 workspaces
  • You want more features built-in—Appsmith offers 22 additional features across its plans

Choose Dagger if:

  • You prefer Dagger's free tier features—Observability for one, Community Support
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Dagger offers negotiated terms for large deployments
  • You prefer Dagger's open-source model with its 3-tier structure

Both Appsmith and Dagger offer free plans [1], eliminating cost barriers for evaluation. This means you can test both tools thoroughly with your actual workflows before any financial commitment. The free tiers differ in scope: Appsmith includes 7 features, while Dagger includes 2 features. Evaluate which free tier matches your evaluation needs before deciding to upgrade. Your best approach is to activate both free trials and evaluate which tool's workflow, integrations, and user experience align better with your team's needs before committing to paid plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Appsmith vs Dagger

Which is cheaper, Appsmith or Dagger?
As of March 2026, Appsmith starts at a lower price point. Appsmith starts at $15/mo while Dagger starts at $50/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Appsmith have vs Dagger?
Appsmith offers 3 pricing plans, while Dagger offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Appsmith or Dagger offer a free plan?
Yes, both Appsmith and Dagger offer free plans. Compare the feature limits of each free tier to see which better fits your use case before upgrading.
Can I save money by paying annually for Appsmith or Dagger?
Both Appsmith and Dagger offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does Appsmith or Dagger offer custom enterprise pricing?
Dagger offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Appsmith lists all its pricing publicly.
How do Appsmith and Dagger compare for Dev Tools?
Both Appsmith and Dagger are Dev Tools. Appsmith offers 3 plans starting at $15/mo, while Dagger offers 3 plans starting at $50/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. Appsmith Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Dagger Official PricingVendor pricing page

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