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Auth0 vs Linear: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Linear starts at $10/mo, making it $25/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 Linear: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureAuth0Linear
Starting Price$35/mo$10/mo
Number of Plans44
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Linear is the more affordable option, starting at $10/mo compared to Auth0's $35/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 8 combined pricing plans and 54 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. Auth0 uses usage-based pricing while Linear uses per-seat pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

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
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
Includes
  • Unlimited members
  • 2 teams
  • 250 issues
  • Slack and GitHub
  • AI agents
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
Basic
$10/monthCheapest
Includes
  • All Free features +
  • 5 teams
  • Unlimited issues
  • Unlimited file uploads
  • Admin roles
Start with Basic
Tier 3
Professional
$240/month
$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
BusinessPopular
$16/monthCheapest
Includes
  • All Basic features +
  • Unlimited teams
  • Private teams and guests
  • Triage Intelligence
  • Linear Insights
  • Linear Asks
  • Issue SLAs
  • Zendesk and Intercom integrations
Start with Business
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
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • All Business features +
  • Sub-initiatives
  • Advanced Linear Asks
  • Dashboards
  • SAML and SCIM
  • Advanced security
  • Migration and onboarding support
Start with Enterprise

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Auth0

Identity platform for authentication and authorization

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Linear

Streamlined issue tracking and project management for software teams

View all Linear plans

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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 want more features built-in—Auth0 offers 4 additional features across its plans
  • You need predictable billing — Auth0's usage-based model avoids surprise overages

Choose Linear if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Linear starts at $10/mo, saving $25/mo compared to Auth0 at $35/mo
  • You prefer Linear's free tier features—Unlimited members, 2 teams
  • You prefer Linear's per-seat model with its 4-tier structure

Both Auth0 and Linear 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 Linear includes 5 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 Linear

Which is cheaper, Auth0 or Linear?
As of March 2026, Linear starts at a lower price point. Auth0 starts at $35/mo while Linear starts at $10/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Auth0 have vs Linear?
Auth0 offers 4 pricing plans, while Linear offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Auth0 or Linear offer a free plan?
Yes, both Auth0 and Linear 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 Linear?
Both Auth0 and Linear offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
What is the most popular Linear plan?
The Business plan is Linear's most popular tier, priced at $16/mo. Key features include All Basic features +, Unlimited teams, Private teams and guests.
Does Auth0 or Linear offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Auth0 and Linear offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
What pricing models do Auth0 and Linear use?
Auth0 uses a usage-based pricing model, while Linear uses per-seat pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.

Sources

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

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