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CodeSandbox vs Prisma: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Prisma starts at $10/mo, making it $160/mo cheaper than CodeSandbox ($170/mo). CodeSandbox offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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

FeatureCodeSandboxPrisma
Starting Price$170/mo$10/mo
Number of Plans34
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelper-seatfreemium
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Prisma is the more affordable option, starting at $10/mo compared to CodeSandbox's $170/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 39 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. CodeSandbox uses per-seat 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
CodeSandbox
CodeSandbox
Try it free
Prisma
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 5 members
  • 40 hours of monthly VM credits
  • Unlimited Browser & VM Sandboxes
  • CodeSandbox SDK lite
  • Private Sandboxes
  • VM specs up to 4 vCPUs + 8 GiB RAM
  • VS Code extension
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
Build
$170/month
$170 / year
Includes
  • 20 members
  • 160 hours of monthly VM credits
  • Access to on-demand VM credits priced at $0.15 per hour
  • 1,000 new Sandboxes an hour
  • 250 concurrent VMs
  • 10,000 hourly requests
  • CodeSandbox SDK
  • More VM tiers
Start with Build
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
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Unlimited members
  • Up to 50% off bulk VM credit packs
  • Create as many Sandboxes as you need
  • Bespoke concurrent VMs
  • Hourly request limits tailored to your requirements
  • VM specs up to 64 vCPUs + 128 GiB RAM
  • Dedicated support
  • SOC 2 Type II compliance
Start with Enterprise
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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CodeSandbox

Cloud development environments for rapid web prototyping

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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 $160/mo lower ($10/mo vs $170/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 CodeSandbox if:

  • •You prefer CodeSandbox's free tier features—5 members, 40 hours of monthly VM credits
  • •You want more features built-in—CodeSandbox offers 7 additional features across its plans
  • •Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—CodeSandbox offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Choose Prisma if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—Prisma starts at $10/mo, saving $160/mo compared to CodeSandbox at $170/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

Both CodeSandbox 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: CodeSandbox includes 7 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: CodeSandbox vs Prisma

Which is cheaper, CodeSandbox or Prisma?
As of March 2026, Prisma starts at a lower price point. CodeSandbox starts at $170/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 CodeSandbox have vs Prisma?
CodeSandbox offers 3 pricing plans, while Prisma offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does CodeSandbox or Prisma offer a free plan?
Yes, both CodeSandbox and Prisma 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 CodeSandbox or Prisma?
Both CodeSandbox and Prisma offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
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 CodeSandbox or Prisma offer custom enterprise pricing?
CodeSandbox offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Prisma lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do CodeSandbox and Prisma use?
CodeSandbox uses a per-seat pricing model, while Prisma uses freemium pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.

Sources

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

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