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Dagger vs Prisma: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Prisma starts at $10/mo, making it $40/mo cheaper than Dagger ($50/mo). Dagger offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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

FeatureDaggerPrisma
Starting Price$50/mo$10/mo
Number of Plans34
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelopen-sourcefreemium
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Prisma is the more affordable option, starting at $10/mo compared to Dagger's $50/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 21 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. Dagger uses open-source 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
Dagger
Prisma
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Observability for one
  • Community Support
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
Team
$50/month
$4 / year
Includes
  • Observability and module sharing for up to 10 users
  • Email Support
Start with Team
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
  • Enterprise-level confidence and support for teams running Dagger at scale
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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Dagger

Programmable CI/CD engine running pipelines in containers

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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 $40/mo lower ($10/mo vs $50/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 Dagger if:

  • •You prefer Dagger's free tier features—Observability for one, Community Support
  • •Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Dagger offers negotiated terms for large deployments
  • •Dagger's open-source pricing lets you match exact team size without tier gaps

Choose Prisma if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—Prisma starts at $10/mo, saving $40/mo compared to Dagger at $50/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 11 additional features across its plans

Both Dagger 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: Dagger includes 2 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: Dagger vs Prisma

Which is cheaper, Dagger or Prisma?
As of March 2026, Prisma starts at a lower price point. Dagger starts at $50/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 Dagger have vs Prisma?
Dagger offers 3 pricing plans, while Prisma offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Dagger or Prisma offer a free plan?
Yes, both Dagger 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 Dagger or Prisma?
Both Dagger 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 Dagger or Prisma offer custom enterprise pricing?
Dagger offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Prisma lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do Dagger and Prisma use?
Dagger uses a open-source pricing model, while Prisma uses freemium pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.

Sources

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

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