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CodeSandbox vs Travis CI: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Travis CI starts at $13.75/mo, making it $156/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

CodeSandbox vs Travis CI: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureCodeSandboxTravis CI
Starting Price$170/mo$13.75/mo
Number of Plans33
Free TierYesNo
Pricing Modelper-seatusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Travis CI is the more affordable option, starting at $13.75/mo compared to CodeSandbox's $170/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 33 features compared.

CodeSandbox stands out with a free plan for getting started. CodeSandbox uses per-seat pricing while Travis CI uses usage-based 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
Travis CI
Travis CI
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
Usage Based
$14/month
$11 / year
Includes
  • 420,000 Linux build credits per year
  • 80 Concurrent jobs
  • Premium VMs available
  • Linux customized images addon
Start with Usage Based
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
Server
$34/monthCheapest
$28 / year
Includes
  • On-Premise or Private Cloud
  • Perforce and Subversion CI/CD
  • Premium Support Options
Start with Server
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
Unlimited Plan
$72/monthCheapest
$60 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited build credits, collaborators and repositories
  • 1 to 300 Concurrent jobs
  • Premium VMs available
Start with Unlimited Plan

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CodeSandbox

Cloud development environments for rapid web prototyping

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Travis CI

Hosted CI/CD service for open-source and private projects

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Our Pick

CodeSandbox

CodeSandbox offers a free plan.

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

Best value: CodeSandbox

Try CodeSandbox free

Which Should You Choose?

Choose CodeSandbox if:

  • You need a free plan with 5 members, 40 hours of monthly VM credits—CodeSandbox offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • You want more features built-in—CodeSandbox offers 13 additional features across its plans
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—CodeSandbox offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Choose Travis CI if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Travis CI starts at $13.75/mo, saving $156.25/mo compared to CodeSandbox at $170/mo
  • Travis CI's usage-based pricing lets you match exact team size without tier gaps
  • You value Travis CI's specific feature progression from free to advanced tier levels

CodeSandbox offers a free plan [1], eliminating the cost barrier for evaluation, while Travis CI requires paid subscription from the start. This gives CodeSandbox a significant advantage for teams with budget constraints or extended trial periods. Once you outgrow CodeSandbox's free tier, upgrading to a paid plan at approximately $170/mo provides substantial additional functionality. Compare this pricing path against Travis CI's tiering starting at $13.75/mo to assess total cost of ownership over 12 months. CodeSandbox's 3 tiers provide flexibility at different budgets, while Travis CI's 3 tiers structure may force you into higher-cost plans than necessary for your use case. If evaluation cost matters to your decision, CodeSandbox is the obvious starting point with zero financial commitment. Use the free tier to validate core functionality before committing to paid plans from either tool.

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Frequently Asked Questions: CodeSandbox vs Travis CI

Which is cheaper, CodeSandbox or Travis CI?
As of March 2026, Travis CI starts at a lower price point. CodeSandbox starts at $170/mo while Travis CI starts at $13.75/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does CodeSandbox have vs Travis CI?
CodeSandbox offers 3 pricing plans, while Travis CI offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does CodeSandbox or Travis CI offer a free plan?
CodeSandbox offers a free plan, while Travis CI does not. If budget is a concern, CodeSandbox lets you get started at no cost.
Can I save money by paying annually for CodeSandbox or Travis CI?
Both CodeSandbox and Travis CI offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does CodeSandbox or Travis CI offer custom enterprise pricing?
CodeSandbox offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Travis CI lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do CodeSandbox and Travis CI use?
CodeSandbox uses a per-seat pricing model, while Travis CI uses usage-based pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do CodeSandbox and Travis CI compare for Dev Tools?
Both CodeSandbox and Travis CI are Dev Tools. CodeSandbox offers 3 plans starting at $170/mo, while Travis CI offers 3 plans starting at $13.75/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. CodeSandbox Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Travis CI Official PricingVendor pricing page

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