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Retool vs StackBlitz: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Retool starts at $9/mo, making it $9/mo cheaper than StackBlitz ($18/mo). Retool offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Retool vs StackBlitz: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureRetoolStackBlitz
Starting Price$9/mo$18/mo
Number of Plans43
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Retool is the more affordable option, starting at $9/mo compared to StackBlitz's $18/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 48 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
StackBlitz
StackBlitz
Try it free
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Unlimited web & mobile apps
  • 500 workflow runs/month
  • 5GB of data storage
  • Up to 5 users
  • Up to 20 hours/month of Agents
  • Up to 100 monthly AI prompting credits per user
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
Team
$9/monthCheapest
$1 / year
Includes
  • Everything in Free, plus...
  • 5,000 workflow runs/month
  • Staging environment
  • App release versions
  • >5 users
  • Up to 200 monthly AI prompting credits per user
Start with Team
Bolt Pro
$18/month
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
Business
$46/monthCheapest
$4 / year
Includes
  • Everything in Team, plus...
  • Audit logging
  • Rich permission controls
  • Portals and embedded apps
  • Unlimited environments
  • Unlimited modules
  • Access to external user pricing
  • Up to 200 monthly AI prompting credits per user
Start with Business
Bolt Teams
$55/month
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
Tier 4
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Everything in Business, plus...
  • SAML / OpenID Connect SSO
  • Source control
  • Custom branding
  • Independent workspaces
  • Platform APIs and workflow triggers
  • Volume-based discounts
  • Dedicated support
  • Up to 400 monthly AI prompting credits per user
Start with Enterprise

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Retool

Low-code platform for building internal business tools

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StackBlitz

In-browser IDE powered by WebContainers for instant dev envs

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Our Pick

Retool

Retool offers a free plan, starts at $9/mo lower ($9/mo vs $18/mo), offers 4 tiers vs 3.

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

Best value: Retool

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Retool if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Retool starts at $9/mo, saving $9/mo compared to StackBlitz at $18/mo
  • You prefer Retool's free tier features—Unlimited web & mobile apps, 500 workflow runs/month
  • 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—Retool offers 10 additional features across its plans

Choose StackBlitz if:

  • You prefer StackBlitz's free tier features—PERSONAL INCLUDES:, StackBlitz’s fully browser-based IDE
  • You prefer StackBlitz's per-seat model with its 3-tier structure
  • You value StackBlitz's specific feature progression from free to advanced tier levels

Both Retool 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: Retool includes 6 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: Retool vs StackBlitz

Which is cheaper, Retool or StackBlitz?
As of March 2026, Retool starts at a lower price point. Retool starts at $9/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 Retool have vs StackBlitz?
Retool offers 4 pricing plans, while StackBlitz offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Retool or StackBlitz offer a free plan?
Yes, both Retool 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 Retool or StackBlitz?
Both Retool and StackBlitz offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does Retool or StackBlitz offer custom enterprise pricing?
Retool offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. StackBlitz lists all its pricing publicly.
How do Retool and StackBlitz compare for Dev Tools?
Both Retool and StackBlitz are Dev Tools. Retool offers 4 plans starting at $9/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. Retool Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. StackBlitz Official PricingVendor pricing page

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