Basecamp Pricing 2026
Complete pricing guide with plans, hidden costs, and negotiation tips
Basecamp pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $349 per user/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
Basecamp offers 3 pricing tiers: Free, Plus, Pro Unlimited. Standard paid plans include Free at $0/month, Plus at $15/user/month, Pro Unlimited at $349/month. The Plus plan is freelancers and small teams.
Compared to other project management software, Basecamp is positioned at the budget-friendly price point.
Basecamp is a project management and team collaboration tool known for its simplicity and flat pricing model. Founded in 2004 (originally as 37signals), Basecamp serves millions of users worldwide with an all-in-one approach that includes projects, to-dos, schedules, docs, and team communication.
Basecamp pricing is uniquely simple: $15/user/month for any size team, or $299/month flat for unlimited users. This makes budgeting predictable, especially for larger teams.
All Basecamp Plans & Pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free projects: 1storageGB: 1 | Free | Free 0 | Testing the platform |
| Plus storageGB: 500 | $15 /user/month | Custom | Freelancers and small teams |
| Pro Unlimited storageGB: 5000 | $349 /month | $299 /monthSave 14% | Growing businesses |
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Free
- 1 project
- 1GB storage
- Up to 20 users
Plus
- Unlimited projects
- 500GB storage
- 24/7 support
Pro Unlimited
- Unlimited projects
- 5TB storage
- All upgrades included
- Personal onboarding
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Frequently Asked Questions
01 How much does Basecamp cost?
Basecamp costs $15/user/month for any team size, or $299/month flat for unlimited users (Pro Unlimited). For teams with 20+ users, Pro Unlimited saves money. Annual Pro Unlimited billing costs $2,988 (saves $600).
02 Does Basecamp have a free plan?
Basecamp offers a 30-day free trial but no permanent free plan. However, they offer Basecamp free forever to teachers, students, and nonprofits.
03 What hidden costs should I expect?
Basecamp has very transparent pricing. The only hidden cost is storage overages ($5/100GB/month) if you exceed 500GB (regular) or 5TB (Pro Unlimited). No per-feature upsells.
04 Can I negotiate Basecamp pricing?
Basecamp pricing is generally fixed at $15/user or $299/month unlimited. They occasionally offer discounts for nonprofits and educational institutions. Annual billing on Pro Unlimited saves $600.
05 Is annual billing cheaper?
Yes, annual billing on Pro Unlimited costs $2,988 (saves $600, equivalent to 2 months free). Per-user plans don't have annual discounts.
06 Basecamp vs Asana: Which is cheaper?
For small teams (under 10), Asana's free plan wins. For 10-20 users, Basecamp ($15/user) and Asana Premium ($10.99/user) are comparable. For 20+ users, Basecamp Pro Unlimited ($299 flat) is significantly cheaper.
07 What's included in Basecamp Pro Unlimited?
Pro Unlimited adds unlimited users, 5TB storage (vs 500GB), priority support, and onboarding assistance. All core features are the same between plans - just capacity changes.
08 Does Basecamp offer startup discounts?
Basecamp doesn't have a formal startup program but offers free accounts to nonprofits, educators, and students. Small teams benefit from the 30-day free trial.