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Basecamp vs Height: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Height starts at $8/mo, making it $7/mo cheaper than Basecamp ($15/mo). Basecamp offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Basecamp vs Height: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureBasecampHeight
Starting Price$15/mo$8/mo
Number of Plans33
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelflatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AUp to 17%

Height is the more affordable option, starting at $8/mo compared to Basecamp's $15/mo. Both are Project Management tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 45 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. Basecamp uses flat pricing while Height 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 Project Management needs.

Pricing Plans
Basecamp
Basecamp
Try it free
Tier 1
FREE
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Completely free
  • One project
  • 1 GB storage space
  • Up to 20 users
  • Upgrade later if you need more projects, storage space, or users
  • Pay-per-user pricing
  • Unlimited projects
  • 500 GB storage space
  • 24/7/365 customer support
  • Purchase optional Timesheet and Admin Pro Pack upgrades
  • Month-to-month billing
  • Extended 60-day free trial
  • Fixed price no per-user charges
  • Unlimited projects
  • 5 terabytes storage space
  • Priority 24/7/365 customer support ? Jump to the front of the queue when you contact support
  • Includes Timesheet upgrade ? Track hours/time spent working on projects
  • Includes Admin Pro Pack upgrade ? Gives account owners and admins greater control over access, permissions, and more
  • Personal onboarding with our team ? One of our experts is happy to walk your team through Basecamp to get you up to speed
  • Billed in one lump sum annually for simplified accounting. Or $349/month if you prefer to pay monthly.
Start with FREE
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Unlimited members
  • Basic features
  • Community support
Start with Free
Tier 2
PLUS
$15/month
Includes
  • Pay-per-user pricing
  • Unlimited projects
  • 500 GB storage space
  • 24/7/365 customer support
  • Purchase optional Timesheet and Admin Pro Pack upgrades
  • Month-to-month billing
Start with PLUS
TeamPopular
$8/monthCheapest
$80 / year(save $16)
Includes
  • Advanced workflows
  • Integrations
  • Priority support
Start with Team
Tier 3
PRO UNLIMITED
$299/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Extended 60-day free trial
  • Fixed price no per-user charges
  • Unlimited projects
  • 5 terabytes storage space
  • Priority 24/7/365 customer support ? Jump to the front of the queue when you contact support
  • Includes Timesheet upgrade ? Track hours/time spent working on projects
  • Includes Admin Pro Pack upgrade ? Gives account owners and admins greater control over access, permissions, and more
  • Personal onboarding with our team ? One of our experts is happy to walk your team through Basecamp to get you up to speed
  • Billed in one lump sum annually for simplified accounting. Or $349/month if you prefer to pay monthly.
Start with PRO UNLIMITED
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • SSO/SAML
  • Custom roles
  • Audit logs
  • Dedicated support
Start with Enterprise

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Basecamp

Simple project management and team communication in one place

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Height

Autonomous project management with AI-powered task workflows

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Our Pick

Height

Height offers a free plan, provides up to 17% annual savings, starts at $7/mo lower ($8/mo vs $15/mo).

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

Best value: Height

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Basecamp if:

  • You prefer Basecamp's free tier features—Completely free, One project
  • You want more features built-in—Basecamp offers 25 additional features across its plans
  • You prefer Basecamp's flat model with its 3-tier structure

Choose Height if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Height starts at $8/mo, saving $7/mo compared to Basecamp at $15/mo
  • You prefer Height's free tier features—Unlimited members, Basic features
  • Annual billing savings matter to your budget—Height offers up to 17% off with annual commitment
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Height offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Both Basecamp and Height 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: Basecamp includes 20 features, while Height includes 3 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: Basecamp vs Height

Which is cheaper, Basecamp or Height?
As of March 2026, Height starts at a lower price point. Basecamp starts at $15/mo while Height starts at $8/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Basecamp have vs Height?
Basecamp offers 3 pricing plans, while Height offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Basecamp or Height offer a free plan?
Yes, both Basecamp and Height 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 Basecamp or Height?
Height offers up to 17% off on the Team plan with annual billing. Basecamp does not currently advertise annual discounts.
What is the most popular Height plan?
The Team plan is Height's most popular tier, priced at $8/mo. Key features include Advanced workflows, Integrations, Priority support.
Does Basecamp or Height offer custom enterprise pricing?
Height offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Basecamp lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do Basecamp and Height use?
Basecamp uses a flat pricing model, while Height uses per-seat pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.

Sources

  1. Basecamp Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Height Official PricingVendor pricing page

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