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CodeSandbox vs StackBlitz: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: StackBlitz starts at $18/mo, making it $152/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 StackBlitz: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureCodeSandboxStackBlitz
Starting Price$170/mo$18/mo
Number of Plans33
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

StackBlitz is the more affordable option, starting at $18/mo compared to CodeSandbox's $170/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 42 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
CodeSandbox
CodeSandbox
Try it free
StackBlitz
StackBlitz
Try it free
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
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
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
Bolt Pro
$18/monthCheapest
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
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
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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CodeSandbox

Cloud development environments for rapid web prototyping

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StackBlitz

In-browser IDE powered by WebContainers for instant dev envs

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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 4 additional features across its plans
  • •Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—CodeSandbox offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Choose StackBlitz if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—StackBlitz starts at $18/mo, saving $152/mo compared to CodeSandbox at $170/mo
  • •You prefer StackBlitz's free tier features—PERSONAL INCLUDES:, StackBlitz’s fully browser-based IDE
  • •StackBlitz's per-seat pricing lets you match exact team size without tier gaps

Both CodeSandbox 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: CodeSandbox includes 7 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: CodeSandbox vs StackBlitz

Which is cheaper, CodeSandbox or StackBlitz?
As of March 2026, StackBlitz starts at a lower price point. CodeSandbox starts at $170/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 CodeSandbox have vs StackBlitz?
CodeSandbox offers 3 pricing plans, while StackBlitz offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does CodeSandbox or StackBlitz offer a free plan?
Yes, both CodeSandbox and StackBlitz 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 StackBlitz?
Both CodeSandbox and StackBlitz offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does CodeSandbox or StackBlitz offer custom enterprise pricing?
CodeSandbox offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. StackBlitz lists all its pricing publicly.
How do CodeSandbox and StackBlitz compare for Dev Tools?
Both CodeSandbox and StackBlitz are Dev Tools. CodeSandbox offers 3 plans starting at $170/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. CodeSandbox Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page
  2. StackBlitz Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page

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