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AWS CloudWatch Logs costs $0.00 to $0.50 per GB as of October 2026, with 10 plans available. Plans: Logs - Data Scanned by Logs Insights at $0.01/GB, Contributor Insights for CloudWatch Logs at $0.50/rule, Application Signals and transaction search at $0.35/GB, X-Ray Traces - Retrieved/Scanned at $0.00/trace, Custom Metrics at $0.30/metric, API Requests at $0.01/1k requests, Metrics Insights Queries at $0.01/1k metrics analyzed, Metric Streams at $0.00/1k updates, Anomaly Detection Alarms at $0.10/metric, and Composite Alarms at $0.50/alarm. Pricing depends on your chosen tier, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

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  • Free tier: No free tier available

AWS CloudWatch Logs offers 10 pricing tiers: Logs - Data Scanned by Logs Insights, Contributor Insights for CloudWatch Logs, Application Signals and transaction search, X-Ray Traces - Retrieved/Scanned, Custom Metrics, API Requests, Metrics Insights Queries, Metric Streams, Anomaly Detection Alarms, Composite Alarms. Paid plans include Logs - Data Scanned by Logs Insights at $0.01/GB, Contributor Insights for CloudWatch Logs at $0.50/rule, Application Signals and transaction search at $0.35/GB.

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Trial Only no free tier

No, AWS CloudWatch Logs does not offer a free plan as of October 2026. Paid plans start at $5e-7/GB. Pricing verified from 1 sources by CostBench.

No Free Tier Available

AWS CloudWatch Logs does not offer a forever-free plan. We couldn't confirm whether AWS CloudWatch Logs offers a free trial; check the vendor's site.

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Frequently Asked Questions

01 Does AWS CloudWatch Logs have a free plan?

No, AWS CloudWatch Logs does not offer a free tier. We couldn't confirm whether AWS CloudWatch Logs offers a free trial; check the vendor's site. Paid plans start at $5e-7/GB.

02 What are free alternatives to AWS CloudWatch Logs?

If you need a free log management solution, consider alternatives that offer generous free tiers. Many competitors in this space provide forever-free plans with basic features suitable for individuals and small teams.

03 How can I get the best deal on AWS CloudWatch Logs?

Without a free tier, maximize value by: asking about discounts, comparing monthly and annual billing, and starting with the lowest tier that meets your needs.

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