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New Relic vs SonarCloud: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of New Relic and SonarCloud. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: New Relic starts at Custom pricing and SonarCloud starts at Custom pricing. Compare all 9 pricing tiers side by side.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

New Relic vs SonarCloud: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureNew RelicSonarCloud
Starting PriceCustom pricingCustom pricing
Number of Plans45
Free TierYesNo
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

New Relic and SonarCloud are both priced at Custom pricing, making them equally accessible Dev Tools. Together they offer 9 pricing plans with 71 features compared, so the best choice comes down to which features match your needs.

New Relic stands out with a free plan for getting started.

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
New Relic
New Relic
Try it free
SonarCloud
SonarCloud
Try it free
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 100 GB data ingest i
  • Automatic logs obfuscation i
  • Unlimited basic
  • One free full platform user
  • Access to 50+ capabilities
  • Data retention
Start with Free
Solutions
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Code security
  • SAST
  • SCA
  • Secrets detection
  • Developer security
  • AI solutions
  • AI code quality
  • Code coverage
  • Code review
  • Automated review
  • AI code review
  • Platform engineering
  • Code compliance
  • SDLC governance
  • For developers
  • For enterprise
  • IaC scanning
  • Architecture management
Start with Solutions
Tier 2
Standard
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Limited to 5 full platform users
  • Ticketed support availability
  • 2 business days support response SLA
  • SAML single sign-on
Start with Standard
Products
Custom pricing
Includes
  • SonarQube Cloud
  • SonarQube Server
  • SonarQube for IDE
  • Advanced Security
  • MCP Server
  • SonarSweep
  • Start for free
  • Explore pricing
Start with Products
Tier 3
Pro
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Unlimited full platform users.
  • Commitment options i
  • 2-hour critical initial support response SLA
  • Data Plus eligibility i
  • Optional: Full consumption pricing with no user licenses
Start with Pro
Company
Custom pricing
Includes
  • About
  • Careers
  • Commitment to open source
  • Customers
  • Partners
  • Contact us
  • Accessibility
  • Brand identity
  • Coverage
  • Press releases
Start with Company
Tier 4
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • FedRAMP Moderate and HIPAA eligibility with Data Plus
  • Priority ticket routing
  • 1-hour critical initial support response SLA
  • Optional: Full consumption pricing with no user licenses
Start with Enterprise
Resources
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Product demos
  • Events hub
  • Customer stories
  • White papers
  • Developer guides
  • Onboarding hub
  • Community
  • Support
  • ROI calculator
  • Legal documentation
Start with Resources
Tier 5
Knowledge
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Blog
  • Languages
  • Learning center
  • SonarQube Server documentation
  • SonarQube Cloud documentation
  • SonarQube for IDE documentation
Start with Knowledge

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New Relic

Full-stack observability platform with generous free tier

View all New Relic plans

SonarCloud

Cloud-based code quality and security analysis by Sonar

View all SonarCloud plans

Which Should You Choose?

Choose New Relic if:

  • You need a free plan with 100 GB data ingest i, Automatic logs obfuscation i—New Relic offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • You prioritize New Relic's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • You need predictable billing — New Relic's usage-based model avoids surprise overages

Choose SonarCloud if:

  • You need 5 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—SonarCloud offers 33 additional features across its plans
  • You prioritize SonarCloud's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)

New Relic offers a free plan [1], eliminating the cost barrier for evaluation, while SonarCloud requires paid subscription from the start. This gives New Relic a significant advantage for teams with budget constraints or extended trial periods. Once you outgrow New Relic's free tier, upgrading to a paid plan at approximately Custom pricing provides substantial additional functionality. Compare this pricing path against SonarCloud's tiering starting at Custom pricing to assess total cost of ownership over 12 months. New Relic's 4 tiers provide flexibility at different budgets, while SonarCloud's 5 tiers structure may force you into higher-cost plans than necessary for your use case. If evaluation cost matters to your decision, New Relic 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: New Relic vs SonarCloud

How many pricing plans does New Relic have vs SonarCloud?
New Relic offers 4 pricing plans, while SonarCloud offers 5 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does New Relic or SonarCloud offer a free plan?
New Relic offers a free plan, while SonarCloud does not. If budget is a concern, New Relic lets you get started at no cost.
Does New Relic or SonarCloud offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both New Relic and SonarCloud offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do New Relic and SonarCloud compare for Dev Tools?
Both New Relic and SonarCloud are Dev Tools. New Relic offers 4 plans starting at Custom pricing, while SonarCloud offers 5 plans starting at Custom pricing. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. New Relic Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. SonarCloud Official PricingVendor pricing page

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