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Auth0 vs Trigger.dev: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Trigger.dev 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
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Auth0 vs Trigger.dev: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureAuth0Trigger.dev
Starting Price$35/mo$10/mo
Number of Plans44
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Trigger.dev 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 71 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
Auth0
Trigger.dev
Trigger.dev
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
Includes
  • 20 concurrent runs
  • Unlimited tasks
  • 5 team members
  • Dev and Prod environments
  • Preview branches
  • Custom dashboards
  • 10 schedules
  • 1 day log retention
  • 1 day query period
  • Community support
  • 1 alert destination
  • 10 concurrent Realtime connections
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
Hobby
$10/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 50 concurrent runs
  • Unlimited tasks
  • 5 team members
  • Dev, Preview and Prod environments
  • 5 preview branches
  • 1 custom dashboard
  • 100 schedules
  • 7 day log retention
  • 7 days query period
  • Community support
  • 3 alert destinations
  • 50 concurrent Realtime connections
Start with Hobby
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
Pro
$50/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 200+ concurrent runs Then $10/month per 50
  • Unlimited tasks
  • 25+ team members Then $20/month per seat
  • Dev, Preview and Prod environments
  • 20+ preview branches Then $10/month per branch
  • 5+ custom dashboards Then $10/month per dashboard
  • 1000+ schedules Then $10/month per 1,000
  • 30 day log retention
  • 30 days query period
  • Dedicated Slack support
  • 100+ alert destinations
  • 500+ concurrent Realtime connections Then $10/month per 1,000
Start with Pro
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 Pro plan features +
  • Custom log retention
  • Priority support
  • Role-based access control
  • SOC 2 report
  • SSO
Start with Enterprise

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Auth0

Identity platform for authentication and authorization

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Trigger.dev

Background jobs and workflow engine for serverless applications

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Our Pick

Trigger.dev

Trigger.dev offers a free plan, starts at $25/mo lower ($10/mo vs $35/mo).

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

Best value: Trigger.dev

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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 prefer Auth0's usage-based model with its 4-tier structure
  • •You value Auth0's specific feature progression from free to advanced tier levels

Choose Trigger.dev if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—Trigger.dev starts at $10/mo, saving $25/mo compared to Auth0 at $35/mo
  • •You prefer Trigger.dev's free tier features—20 concurrent runs, Unlimited tasks
  • •You want more features built-in—Trigger.dev offers 13 additional features across its plans

Both Auth0 and Trigger.dev 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 Trigger.dev includes 12 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 Trigger.dev

Which is cheaper, Auth0 or Trigger.dev?
As of March 2026, Trigger.dev starts at a lower price point. Auth0 starts at $35/mo while Trigger.dev 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 Trigger.dev?
Auth0 offers 4 pricing plans, while Trigger.dev offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Auth0 or Trigger.dev offer a free plan?
Yes, both Auth0 and Trigger.dev 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 Trigger.dev?
Both Auth0 and Trigger.dev offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does Auth0 or Trigger.dev offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Auth0 and Trigger.dev offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do Auth0 and Trigger.dev compare for Dev Tools?
Both Auth0 and Trigger.dev are Dev Tools. Auth0 offers 4 plans starting at $35/mo, while Trigger.dev offers 4 plans starting at $10/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. Auth0 Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page
  2. Trigger.dev Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page

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