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OutSystems pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $36 to $36 per 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: Yes
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training

OutSystems offers 4 pricing tiers: Free, Basic, Standard, Enterprise. Standard paid plans include Free at $0/month, Basic at $1513/month. The Basic plan is small teams deploying first production apps.

Compared to other no-code/low-code software, OutSystems is positioned at the budget-friendly price point.

OutSystems is an enterprise-grade low-code platform designed for building mission-critical applications at scale. It is positioned as one of the most powerful low-code solutions, favored by large organizations for complex digital transformation projects.

OutSystems offers a free tier for individual developers, with paid plans starting at $1,513/month for Basic. Standard and Enterprise tiers require custom pricing, with enterprise deployments typically costing $50,000-200,000+ annually.

All OutSystems Plans & Pricing

Plan Monthly Annual Best For
Free Developers: 1Users: 100 Free Free 0 Individual developers learning the platform
Basic Users: 100Environments: 1 production $1513 /month $1513 /month Small teams deploying first production apps
Standard Users: UnlimitedEnvironments: Multiple Contact Contact Mid-size companies with multiple apps (typically $4,000-8,000/month)
Enterprise Users: UnlimitedEnvironments: Unlimited Contact Contact Large enterprises with mission-critical apps (typically $10,000+/month)
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Free

  • Personal environment
  • 1 developer
  • 100 users
  • Community support

Basic

  • Up to 100 users
  • Standard support
  • 1 production environment
  • Basic integrations

Standard

  • Unlimited users
  • Multiple environments
  • Advanced integrations
  • Premium support

Enterprise

  • Full platform capabilities
  • AI-assisted development
  • Architecture dashboard
  • 24/7 support

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Hidden Costs to Budget For

Watch for 7 hidden costs
  • Implementation and training services typically cost $50,000-250,000+ for enterprise deployments
  • Additional production environments beyond plan limits cost $500-2,000/month each
  • Application Objects (AO) licensing model can add unexpected costs - complex apps consume more AOs
  • Database and infrastructure hosting (on-premise or cloud) adds $500-5,000/month depending on scale
  • Integration with external systems may require additional connectors or custom development
  • Ongoing professional services for complex apps often $10,000-50,000/month for enterprise teams
  • Minimum contract commitment typically 1 year at $18,000-120,000+ upfront
Tip

Ask your OutSystems sales rep about these costs upfront. Getting them in writing before signing can save you from surprise charges later.

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Frequently Asked Questions

01 How much does OutSystems cost?

OutSystems starts free for individual developers (100 users). Basic production plan is $1,513/month for 100 users. Standard (unlimited users) and Enterprise are custom pricing, typically $4,000-10,000+/month. Enterprise deployments often cost $50,000-200,000+ annually including services.

02 What is Application Objects (AO) in OutSystems?

Application Objects (AO) measure app complexity - screens, logic, database entities. OutSystems licenses are often based on AO count. A simple app might use 50-200 AOs, complex enterprise apps use 1,000-10,000+. Pricing scales with AO consumption.

03 Does OutSystems have a free plan?

Yes, OutSystems Free edition allows individual developers to build unlimited apps for up to 100 users in a personal environment. Great for learning and small projects. For production deployments, you need at least Basic at $1,513/month.

04 How does OutSystems pricing work?

OutSystems uses a subscription model based on users, environments, and Application Objects (complexity). Basic is fixed at $1,513/month. Standard and Enterprise are custom quotes based on your needs. Expect $4,000-10,000+/month for serious enterprise use.

05 What's the difference between OutSystems editions?

Free is for learning (1 dev, 100 users). Basic is first production deployment (100 users, $1,513/month). Standard adds unlimited users and environments (custom pricing). Enterprise includes AI development, architecture dashboard, and 24/7 support (custom pricing).

06 Can I host OutSystems on-premise?

Yes, OutSystems can be deployed on-premise or in your cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP). You'll need to provide infrastructure and handle maintenance. OutSystems also offers their own cloud hosting. On-premise requires Standard or Enterprise edition.

07 How does OutSystems compare to Mendix or Power Apps?

OutSystems is more powerful for complex enterprise apps but more expensive ($4,000-10,000/month vs. $20-40/user/month for Power Apps). It offers better performance and scalability than most low-code platforms but has a steeper learning curve and higher cost.

08 What's included in OutSystems implementation costs?

Implementation typically includes training, architecture design, initial app development, integration setup, and deployment. Costs range from $50,000 for simple deployments to $250,000+ for complex enterprise rollouts. Most enterprises budget $100,000-500,000 first-year total cost.