NocoDB Pricing Guide
Transparent, Scalable, and Business-Friendly
Executive Summary
NocoDB's pricing model is designed with growing businesses in mind. Our unique "pay for 9, get unlimited" approach means you'll never pay for more than 9 editor seats, regardless of your team size. This creates predictable costs and exceptional value as your organization scales.
Key Benefits:
- Predictable costs - Your bill caps at 9 editor seats automatically
- Unlimited scale - Add as many team members as needed without additional cost
- Immediate value - Start small and grow without pricing penalties
- No surprises - Transparent billing with no hidden fees
Understanding User Roles and Billing
Billable vs. Non-Billable Users
Billable Users (Editors): Team members who can create, modify, or delete data
- Owner: Full administrative control
- Creator: Can create new bases and modify data
- Editor: Can modify existing data and records
Non-Billable Users (Always Free): Team members with view-only or limited access
- Commenter: Can view records and add comments, but cannot edit data
- Viewer: Read-only access to data and dashboards
💡 Pro Tip: Maximize your investment by assigning Commenter or Viewer roles to stakeholders who only need to review data, not edit it.
The "Pay for 9, Get Unlimited" Model
How It Works
- You pay for only the first 9 editor seats - regardless of your actual number of editors
- Every editor beyond the 9th is completely free - no limits, no restrictions
- Start with any number - begin with 1-2 users and grow naturally
- Automatic billing cap - NocoDB stops charging after the 9th editor
Real-World Example
Scenario: Your company has 45 total users across different departments
- 25 editors (Sales, Operations, Product teams who need to update data)
- 20 commenters/viewers (Executives, stakeholders who review reports)
What you pay for:
- Only 9 editor seats (not all 25 editors)
- 0 seats for commenters/viewers
Your cost: Same as a 9-person team, but with 45 people using the platform.
Pricing Plans Comparison
Plus Plan
Price: $12 per editor/month (Annual)
Best for: Growing teams and departments
Team Size (Editors) | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Cost Per User/Month |
---|---|---|---|
5 editors | $60 | $720 | $12.00 |
10 editors | $108 | $1,296 | $10.80 |
25 editors | $108 | $1,296 | $4.32 |
50 editors | $108 | $1,296 | $2.16 |
100 editors | $108 | $1,296 | $1.08 |
Business Plan
Price: $24 per editor/month (Annual)
Best for: Enterprise teams requiring advanced features
Team Size (Editors) | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Cost Per User/Month |
---|---|---|---|
5 editors | $120 | $1,440 | $24.00 |
10 editors | $216 | $2,592 | $21.60 |
25 editors | $216 | $2,592 | $8.64 |
50 editors | $216 | $2,592 | $4.32 |
100 editors | $216 | $2,592 | $2.16 |
ROI Calculator
Traditional Per-Seat Pricing vs. NocoDB
Example: 40-person team needing editing access
Pricing Model | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Savings with NocoDB |
---|---|---|---|
Traditional SaaS ($15/user) | $600 | $7,200 | - |
NocoDB Plus | $108 | $1,296 | $5,904 saved |
NocoDB Business | $216 | $2,592 | $4,608 saved |
The larger your team, the greater your savings.
Changing plans
Note that, you can change your plan at any time from the billing dashboard. Upgrades take effect immediately, and you'll be billed on a prorated basis. Downgrades take effect at the end of your current billing cycle.
The detailed steps for change plan are captured here.
Access your invoices
To view and download your invoices, go to the Billing tab in your workspace settings. You can access past invoices, their statuses, and download them for your records. Find more details here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change user roles after setup?
Yes, you can promote Commenters to Editors or vice versa at any time. Billing adjusts automatically based on your current editor count (up to 9 paid seats).
What happens if I temporarily need more than 9 editors?
Nothing changes with your billing. Add as many editors as needed - you'll still only pay for 9 seats.
Do I need to commit to 9 seats upfront?
No. Start with the number of editors you need today. You'll only pay for active editor seats until you reach 9.
How does annual vs. monthly billing work?
Annual billing provides the pricing shown above and helps you save 20% compared to monthly billing.
Questions About Pricing?
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