New Relic Free Plan 2026: What's Included & What's Not
Honest breakdown of the free tier limits and features
New Relic pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $0.55 per GB/month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.
Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.
- Free tier: No free tier available
- Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
- Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
New Relic's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit.
What's Included in the Free Plan
- 100GB data/month
- 1 full user
- Unlimited basic users
- All features
Free Plan Limits
| Limit | Free Plan | Paid Plans |
|---|---|---|
| data | 100GB | Unlimited/Higher |
| full_users | 1 | Unlimited/Higher |
You'll Need to Upgrade When...
- You exceed the user limit
- You need features like advanced automation
- You require premium support or SLA guarantees
- You need to remove branding or watermarks
- You need advanced integrations or API access
Hidden Restrictions on Free Plan
- New Relic branding may appear on your content or communications
- Support is limited to community forums or email with longer response times
- Export options may be restricted or include watermarks
- API access is typically limited or not available
- Advanced reporting and analytics require paid plans
Free vs Paid: Which Do You Need?
Free Plan is Enough If...
- You're an individual or very small team
- You need only basic features
- You don't mind usage limits
- Branding on output is acceptable
- Community support is sufficient
You Need Paid If...
- Your team is growing beyond limits
- You need advanced features
- Professional branding is required
- You need priority support
- Integrations/API access is critical
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is New Relic free?
Yes, New Relic offers a forever free plan with 4 core features included. However, there are limits on data, full_users that may require upgrading.
02 What's included in New Relic's free plan?
New Relic's free plan includes: 100GB data/month, 1 full user, Unlimited basic users, All features. Key limits include data: 100GB, full_users: 1.
03 What's NOT included in New Relic's free plan?
The free plan excludes: advanced features, premium support, and higher limits. You'll also have New Relic branding and limited support options.
04 When should I upgrade from New Relic's free plan?
Consider upgrading when: you hit user or storage limits, need features like advanced automation, require premium support, or want to remove branding. The cheapest paid plan starts at $0/GB/month.
05 Is New Relic's free plan really free forever?
Yes, New Relic's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit. However, feature and usage limits may restrict what you can do without upgrading to a paid plan.
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