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CircleCI vs StackBlitz: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: CircleCI starts at $15/mo, making it $3/mo cheaper than StackBlitz ($18/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 StackBlitz: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureCircleCIStackBlitz
Starting Price$15/mo$18/mo
Number of Plans33
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

CircleCI is the more affordable option, starting at $15/mo compared to StackBlitz's $18/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 19 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. CircleCI uses usage-based pricing while StackBlitz 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
CircleCI
CircleCI
Try it free
StackBlitz
StackBlitz
Try it free
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Start with Free
Bolt Personal
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • PERSONAL INCLUDES:
  • StackBlitz’s fully browser-based IDE
  • Unlimited public projects and collections
  • Open and edit public GitHub repositories
  • Up to 1MB of file uploads per project
  • Community support
  • Plus all the features of Bolt Personal
Start with Bolt Personal
Tier 2
Performance
$15/monthCheapest
Start with Performance
Bolt Pro
$18/month
Includes
  • EVERYTHING IN PERSONAL AND:
  • Unlimited file uploads
  • Securely connect with backends and APIs running on localhost
  • Access CORS-protected APIs
  • Plus all the features of Bolt Pro
Start with Bolt Pro
Tier 3
Scale
Custom pricing
Start with Scale
Bolt Teams
$55/monthCheapest
Includes
  • EVERYTHING IN PRO AND:
  • Collaborate on private collections
  • Collaborate on your organization’s private GitHub repositories
  • Integrate with private NPM registries like Artifactory and Nexus
  • Team management and billing console
  • Email support
  • Plus all the features of Bolt Teams
Start with Bolt Teams

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CircleCI

Continuous integration and delivery platform

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StackBlitz

In-browser IDE powered by WebContainers for instant dev envs

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose CircleCI if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—CircleCI starts at $15/mo, saving $3/mo compared to StackBlitz at $18/mo
  • •You prefer CircleCI's free tier features—features
  • •Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—CircleCI offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Choose StackBlitz if:

  • •You prefer StackBlitz's free tier features—PERSONAL INCLUDES:, StackBlitz’s fully browser-based IDE
  • •You want more features built-in—StackBlitz offers 19 additional features across its plans
  • •You prioritize StackBlitz's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)

Both CircleCI and StackBlitz 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 StackBlitz includes 7 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 StackBlitz

Which is cheaper, CircleCI or StackBlitz?
As of March 2026, CircleCI starts at a lower price point. CircleCI starts at $15/mo while StackBlitz starts at $18/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does CircleCI have vs StackBlitz?
CircleCI offers 3 pricing plans, while StackBlitz offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does CircleCI or StackBlitz offer a free plan?
Yes, both CircleCI and StackBlitz offer free plans. Compare the feature limits of each free tier to see which better fits your use case before upgrading.
Does CircleCI or StackBlitz offer custom enterprise pricing?
CircleCI offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. StackBlitz lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do CircleCI and StackBlitz use?
CircleCI uses a usage-based pricing model, while StackBlitz uses per-seat pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do CircleCI and StackBlitz compare for Dev Tools?
Both CircleCI and StackBlitz are Dev Tools. CircleCI offers 3 plans starting at $15/mo, while StackBlitz offers 3 plans starting at $18/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

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

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