Quick Answer
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Bear pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $2.99 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: No free tier available
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
Last verified: February 2026 | Sources: 1 pricing pages and reviews
+40-60% above list price

Hidden Costs Breakdown

1

Apple device required - Bear is exclusively available for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, requiring investment in Apple hardware

2

No refunds after purchase - All transactions handled by Apple, refunds must be requested through Apple customer support and are not guaranteed

3

Regional pricing variations - Prices may differ based on country taxation and currency conversion from USD

4

Legacy pricing discontinued - New customers pay $2.99/month or $29.99/year (legacy users were grandfathered at $1.49/month or $14.99/year)

5

Auto-renewal - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled through App Store settings

Example: True Cost for 25 Users

License (25 × $1.5 × 12) $450/yr
Implementation (one-time) +$15,000–$50,000
Premium Support (20%) +$90/yr
Training (25 × $500) +$12,500
Admin (part-time) +$15,000–$25,000/yr
Year 1 Total $25,675–$60,720
That's 1.8–2.5× the advertised license price.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What hidden costs should I budget for with Bear?

Beyond the license fee, budget for implementation ($5K-$100K+), training ($500-$2K per user), premium support (15-20% of license), and admin costs. Most companies see 40-60% higher total cost than the listed price.

02 Does Bear charge for implementation?

Bear doesn't include implementation in the license cost. Implementation is typically done by partners and costs range from $5,000 for basic setup to $100,000+ for enterprise deployments with customization.

03 How much does Bear support cost?

Basic support is included, but premium support (faster response times, 24/7 availability) typically adds 15-20% to your annual contract. This can be thousands of dollars per year for larger deployments.

04 Are there storage costs with Bear?

Most Bear plans include limited storage. Once you exceed the included amount, you'll pay overage fees which can range from $50-$500+ per month depending on data volume.

05 What add-ons cost extra with Bear?

Many features marketed as part of Bear are actually add-ons: advanced reporting, API access, integrations, and specialized modules. Each can add $10-$100+ per user per month.

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