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Auth0 vs CircleCI: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Auth0 and CircleCI. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: CircleCI starts at $15/mo, making it $20/mo cheaper than Auth0 ($35/mo). Auth0 offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Auth0 vs CircleCI: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureAuth0CircleCI
Starting Price$35/mo$15/mo
Number of Plans43
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

CircleCI is the more affordable option, starting at $15/mo compared to Auth0's $35/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 29 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
CircleCI
CircleCI
Try it free
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Up to 25,000 monthly active users
  • 1 Custom Domain
  • Secure Agentic AI workflows
  • Passwordless Authentication
  • Unlimited Social Connections
  • 5 Organizations
  • Brand Customization
  • Basic Attack Protection
  • Community Support
  • 1 Enterprise Connection
Start with Free
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Start with Free
Tier 2
Essentials
$35/month
$4 / year
Includes
  • Up to 500 monthly active users
  • Higher Auth, API limits, and Feature limits
  • Pro Multi-Factor Authentication
  • Role-based Access Control Per Organization
  • 10 Organizations
  • Stream Auth0 Audit Logs to Datadog, Splunk, AWS, Azure, etc.
  • Separate Production & Development Environments
  • Standard Support
Start with Essentials
Performance
$15/monthCheapest
Start with Performance
Tier 3
Professional
$240/monthCheapest
$28 / year
Includes
  • Up to 500 monthly active users
  • Use your existing User Database for Logins
  • Enterprise Multi-Factor Authentication
  • Enhanced Attack Protection
  • M2M Tokens
Start with Professional
Scale
Custom pricing
Start with Scale
Tier 4
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Custom User & SSO Tiers
  • 99.99% SLA
  • Enterprise Rate Limits
  • Enterprise Administration & Support
  • Advanced Security Features
  • Private Deployment
Start with Enterprise

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Auth0

Identity platform for authentication and authorization

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CircleCI

Continuous integration and delivery platform

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Our Pick

Auth0

Auth0 offers a free plan, offers 4 tiers vs 3.

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

Best value: Auth0

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Auth0 if:

  • You prefer Auth0's free tier features—Up to 25,000 monthly active users, 1 Custom Domain
  • You need 4 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—Auth0 offers 29 additional features across its plans

Choose CircleCI if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—CircleCI starts at $15/mo, saving $20/mo compared to Auth0 at $35/mo
  • You prefer CircleCI's free tier features—features
  • CircleCI's 3-tier usage-based structure gives clearer cost visibility for budget planning

Both Auth0 and CircleCI 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: Auth0 includes 10 features, while CircleCI 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: Auth0 vs CircleCI

Which is cheaper, Auth0 or CircleCI?
As of March 2026, CircleCI starts at a lower price point. Auth0 starts at $35/mo while CircleCI starts at $15/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Auth0 have vs CircleCI?
Auth0 offers 4 pricing plans, while CircleCI offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Auth0 or CircleCI offer a free plan?
Yes, both Auth0 and CircleCI 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 Auth0 or CircleCI?
Both Auth0 and CircleCI offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does Auth0 or CircleCI offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Auth0 and CircleCI offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do Auth0 and CircleCI compare for Dev Tools?
Both Auth0 and CircleCI are Dev Tools. Auth0 offers 4 plans starting at $35/mo, while CircleCI offers 3 plans starting at $15/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. Auth0 Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. CircleCI Official PricingVendor pricing page

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