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CircleCI vs Prisma: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Prisma starts at $10/mo, making it $5/mo cheaper than CircleCI ($15/mo). CircleCI offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026
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CircleCI vs Prisma: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureCircleCIPrisma
Starting Price$15/mo$10/mo
Number of Plans34
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedfreemium
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Prisma is the more affordable option, starting at $10/mo compared to CircleCI's $15/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 16 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. CircleCI uses usage-based pricing while Prisma uses freemium 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
CircleCI
CircleCI
Try it free
Prisma
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Start with Free
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 100,000 operations* included
  • 500 MB storage
  • 5 databases
  • No credit card required
Start with Free
Tier 2
Performance
$15/month
Start with Performance
Starter
$10/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 1,000,000 operations*  included, then $0.08 per 10,000
  • 10 GB storage included then $2 per GB
  • 10 databases
  • Includes spend limits Daily backups stored for 7 days
Start with Starter
Tier 3
Scale
Custom pricing
Start with Scale
ProPopular
$49/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 10,000,000 operations* included, then $0.02 per 10,000
  • 50 GB storage included then $1.5 per GB
  • 100 databases
  • Includes spend limits Daily backups stored for 7 days
Start with Pro
Tier 4
—
Business
$129/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 50,000,000 operations* included, then $0.01 per 10,000
  • 100 GB storage included then $1 per GB
  • 1000 databases
  • Includes spend limits Daily backups stored for 30 days
Start with Business

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CircleCI

Continuous integration and delivery platform

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Prisma

Next-gen Node.js and TypeScript ORM for databases

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Our Pick

Prisma

Prisma offers a free plan, starts at $5/mo lower ($10/mo vs $15/mo), offers 4 tiers vs 3.

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

Best value: Prisma

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose CircleCI if:

  • •You prefer CircleCI's free tier features—features
  • •Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—CircleCI offers negotiated terms for large deployments
  • •You prioritize CircleCI's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)

Choose Prisma if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—Prisma starts at $10/mo, saving $5/mo compared to CircleCI at $15/mo
  • •You prefer Prisma's free tier features—100,000 operations* included, 500 MB storage
  • •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—Prisma offers 16 additional features across its plans

Both CircleCI and Prisma 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: CircleCI includes multiple features, while Prisma includes 4 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: CircleCI vs Prisma

Which is cheaper, CircleCI or Prisma?
As of March 2026, Prisma starts at a lower price point. CircleCI starts at $15/mo while Prisma starts at $10/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does CircleCI have vs Prisma?
CircleCI offers 3 pricing plans, while Prisma offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does CircleCI or Prisma offer a free plan?
Yes, both CircleCI and Prisma offer free plans. Compare the feature limits of each free tier to see which better fits your use case before upgrading.
What is the most popular Prisma plan?
The Pro plan is Prisma's most popular tier, priced at $49/mo. Key features include 10,000,000 operations* included, then $0.02 per 10,000, 50 GB storage included then $1.5 per GB, 100 databases.
Does CircleCI or Prisma offer custom enterprise pricing?
CircleCI offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Prisma lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do CircleCI and Prisma use?
CircleCI uses a usage-based pricing model, while Prisma uses freemium pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do CircleCI and Prisma compare for Dev Tools?
Both CircleCI and Prisma are Dev Tools. CircleCI offers 3 plans starting at $15/mo, while Prisma offers 4 plans starting at $10/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. CircleCI Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page
  2. Prisma Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page

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