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Temporal vs Trigger.dev: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Temporal and Trigger.dev. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Trigger.dev starts at $10/mo, making it $90/mo cheaper than Temporal ($100/mo). Trigger.dev offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026
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Temporal vs Trigger.dev: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureTemporalTrigger.dev
Starting Price$100/mo$10/mo
Number of Plans34
Free TierNoYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Trigger.dev is the more affordable option, starting at $10/mo compared to Temporal's $100/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 82 features compared.

Trigger.dev 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
Temporal
Temporal
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Trigger.dev
Trigger.dev
Try it free
Tier 1
Essentials
$100/month
Includes
  • 1 M Actions
  • 1 GB Active Storage
  • 40 GB Retained Storage
  • 99.9% SLA, 99.99% HA Options
  • Multi-Cloud & Multi-Region
  • User Roles
  • Service Accounts & API Keys
  • Audit Logging
  • Workflow Management
  • Workflow Availability
  • 1 Business Day P0 Response Time
  • Core Platform Configuration
Start with Essentials
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 20 concurrent runs
  • Unlimited tasks
  • 5 team members
  • Dev and Prod environments
  • Preview branches
  • Custom dashboards
  • 10 schedules
  • 1 day log retention
  • 1 day query period
  • Community support
  • 1 alert destination
  • 10 concurrent Realtime connections
Start with Free
Tier 2
BusinessPopular
$500/month
Includes
  • 2.5 M Actions
  • 2.5 GB Active Storage
  • 100 GB Retained Storage
  • Commitments
  • Everything in Essentials
  • SAML SSO Included
  • SCIM Add-on
  • 2 Business Hours P0 Response Times
  • Workflow Troubleshooting
  • Worker Configuration
  • SDK Implementation
Start with Business
Hobby
$10/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 50 concurrent runs
  • Unlimited tasks
  • 5 team members
  • Dev, Preview and Prod environments
  • 5 preview branches
  • 1 custom dashboard
  • 100 schedules
  • 7 day log retention
  • 7 days query period
  • Community support
  • 3 alert destinations
  • 50 concurrent Realtime connections
Start with Hobby
Tier 3
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • 10 M Actions
  • 10 GB Active Storage
  • 400 GB Retained Storage
  • Commitments
  • Everything in Business
  • SAML SSO Included
  • SCIM Included
  • 24/7, 30 Minute P0
  • Usage Optimization
  • Technical Onboarding
  • Design Review
  • Worker Tuning
  • Senior Support Staff
  • Cost Reviews
  • Security and Contract Reviews
  • Mission Critical Add-on
  • Designated Support Engineer Add-on
Start with Enterprise
Pro
$50/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 200+ concurrent runs Then $10/month per 50
  • Unlimited tasks
  • 25+ team members Then $20/month per seat
  • Dev, Preview and Prod environments
  • 20+ preview branches Then $10/month per branch
  • 5+ custom dashboards Then $10/month per dashboard
  • 1000+ schedules Then $10/month per 1,000
  • 30 day log retention
  • 30 days query period
  • Dedicated Slack support
  • 100+ alert destinations
  • 500+ concurrent Realtime connections Then $10/month per 1,000
Start with Pro
Tier 4
—
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • All Pro plan features +
  • Custom log retention
  • Priority support
  • Role-based access control
  • SOC 2 report
  • SSO
Start with Enterprise

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Temporal

Durable execution platform for reliable distributed workflows

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Trigger.dev

Background jobs and workflow engine for serverless applications

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Our Pick

Trigger.dev

Trigger.dev offers a free plan, starts at $90/mo lower ($10/mo vs $100/mo), offers 4 tiers vs 3.

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

Best value: Trigger.dev

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Temporal if:

  • •Temporal's 3-tier usage-based structure gives clearer cost visibility for budget planning
  • •Temporal's feature bundling aligns with how Dev Tools teams actually work day-to-day
  • •Temporal better aligns with Dev Tools-specific workflows and team collaboration patterns

Choose Trigger.dev if:

  • •You want lower per-user costs—Trigger.dev starts at $10/mo, saving $90/mo compared to Temporal at $100/mo
  • •You need a free plan with 20 concurrent runs, Unlimited tasks—Trigger.dev offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • •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—Trigger.dev offers 2 additional features across its plans

Trigger.dev is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $10/mo compared to Temporal's $100/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Trigger.dev saving approximately $4500/month. Trigger.dev offers 4 pricing tiers compared to Temporal's 3, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Trigger.dev provides 42 total features versus 40 for Temporal, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. For budget-conscious teams seeking predictable costs, Trigger.dev delivers superior value. Temporal may justify its premium for specialized needs, but most organizations will find Trigger.dev the smarter financial choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Temporal vs Trigger.dev

Which is cheaper, Temporal or Trigger.dev?
As of March 2026, Trigger.dev starts at a lower price point. Temporal starts at $100/mo while Trigger.dev starts at $10/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Temporal have vs Trigger.dev?
Temporal offers 3 pricing plans, while Trigger.dev offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Temporal or Trigger.dev offer a free plan?
Trigger.dev offers a free plan, while Temporal does not. If budget is a concern, Trigger.dev lets you get started at no cost.
What is the most popular Temporal plan?
The Business plan is Temporal's most popular tier, priced at $500/mo. Key features include 2.5 M Actions, 2.5 GB Active Storage, 100 GB Retained Storage.
Does Temporal or Trigger.dev offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Temporal and Trigger.dev offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do Temporal and Trigger.dev compare for Dev Tools?
Both Temporal and Trigger.dev are Dev Tools. Temporal offers 3 plans starting at $100/mo, while Trigger.dev offers 4 plans starting at $10/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Dev Tools needs.

Sources

  1. Temporal Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page
  2. Trigger.dev Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page

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