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Travis CI vs Trigger.dev: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Trigger.dev starts at $10/mo, making it $4/mo cheaper than Travis CI ($13.75/mo). Trigger.dev offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Travis CI vs Trigger.dev: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureTravis CITrigger.dev
Starting Price$13.75/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 Travis CI's $13.75/mo. Both are Dev Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 52 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
Travis CI
Travis CI
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Trigger.dev
Trigger.dev
Try it free
Tier 1
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
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
Server
$34/month
$28 / year
Includes
  • On-Premise or Private Cloud
  • Perforce and Subversion CI/CD
  • Premium Support Options
Start with Server
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
Unlimited Plan
$72/month
$60 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited build credits, collaborators and repositories
  • 1 to 300 Concurrent jobs
  • Premium VMs available
Start with Unlimited Plan
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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Travis CI

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

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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 $3.75/mo lower ($10/mo vs $13.75/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 Travis CI if:

  • You prioritize Travis CI's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • You prefer Travis CI's usage-based model with its 3-tier structure
  • Travis CI's feature bundling aligns with how Dev Tools teams actually work day-to-day

Choose Trigger.dev if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Trigger.dev starts at $10/mo, saving $3.75/mo compared to Travis CI at $13.75/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 32 additional features across its plans

Trigger.dev is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $10/mo compared to Travis CI's $13.75/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Trigger.dev saving approximately $188/month. Trigger.dev offers 4 pricing tiers compared to Travis CI's 3, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Trigger.dev provides 42 total features versus 10 for Travis CI, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. For budget-conscious teams seeking predictable costs, Trigger.dev delivers superior value. Travis CI 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: Travis CI vs Trigger.dev

Which is cheaper, Travis CI or Trigger.dev?
As of March 2026, Trigger.dev starts at a lower price point. Travis CI starts at $13.75/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 Travis CI have vs Trigger.dev?
Travis CI offers 3 pricing plans, while Trigger.dev offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Travis CI or Trigger.dev offer a free plan?
Trigger.dev offers a free plan, while Travis CI does not. If budget is a concern, Trigger.dev lets you get started at no cost.
Can I save money by paying annually for Travis CI or Trigger.dev?
Both Travis CI and Trigger.dev offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does Travis CI or Trigger.dev offer custom enterprise pricing?
Trigger.dev offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Travis CI lists all its pricing publicly.
How do Travis CI and Trigger.dev compare for Dev Tools?
Both Travis CI and Trigger.dev are Dev Tools. Travis CI offers 3 plans starting at $13.75/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. Travis CI Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Trigger.dev Official PricingVendor pricing page

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