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Appsmith vs Windmill: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Windmill starts at $1/mo, making it $14/mo cheaper than Appsmith ($15/mo). Appsmith offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Appsmith vs Windmill: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureAppsmithWindmill
Starting Price$15/mo$1/mo
Number of Plans32
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelopen-sourceopen-source
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Windmill is the more affordable option, starting at $1/mo compared to Appsmith's $15/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 5 combined pricing plans and 27 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
Windmill
Windmill
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
developer
$1/month
Start with developer
Tier 2
Business
$15/month
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
operator
$0/monthCheapest
Start with operator
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

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Appsmith

Open-source low-code framework for internal tools

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Windmill

Open-source developer platform for scripts, flows, and UIs

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Our Pick

Appsmith

Appsmith offers a free plan, offers 3 tiers vs 2.

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 prefer Appsmith's free tier features—Up to 5 users for cloud, 5 workspaces
  • You need 3 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—Appsmith offers 27 additional features across its plans

Choose Windmill if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Windmill starts at $1/mo, saving $14/mo compared to Appsmith at $15/mo
  • You prefer Windmill's free tier features—features
  • You want Windmill's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 2 pricing tiers

Both Appsmith and Windmill 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 Windmill includes multiple 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 Windmill

Which is cheaper, Appsmith or Windmill?
As of March 2026, Windmill starts at a lower price point. Appsmith starts at $15/mo while Windmill starts at $1/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Appsmith have vs Windmill?
Appsmith offers 3 pricing plans, while Windmill offers 2 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Appsmith or Windmill offer a free plan?
Yes, both Appsmith and Windmill offer free plans. Compare the feature limits of each free tier to see which better fits your use case before upgrading.
How do Appsmith and Windmill compare for Dev Tools?
Both Appsmith and Windmill are Dev Tools. Appsmith offers 3 plans starting at $15/mo, while Windmill offers 2 plans starting at $1/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

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

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