Stripe Pricing in 2026 — All Plans Compared
Free
No monthly fee, pay per transaction
Starter
For individuals and small teams getting started.
Pro
For growing teams that need advanced features.
Enterprise
For large organizations with custom requirements.
Is the Free Tier Enough?
Stripe offers a free tier: No monthly fee, pay per transaction
The free plan works well for individual users and small teams getting started. If you need advanced features, more storage, or team collaboration, you will likely need to upgrade to the Starter or Pro plan. We recommend starting free and upgrading only when you hit a concrete limitation.
Which Plan Should You Pick?
Best if you are a solo user testing Stripe or need basic functionality without paying.
Best for freelancers and small teams (2-5 people) who need core features at 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction/mo.
Best for growing teams (5-50) who need advanced features, integrations, and priority support at Custom rates for volume/mo.
Best for organizations 50+ that need SSO, custom contracts, SLA guarantees, and dedicated support at Custom pricing/mo.
Price Comparison vs Alternatives
| Plan | Stripe | Ramp | Gusto Payroll |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Starter | 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction | Free | $40/mo + $6/person/mo |
| Pro | Custom rates for volume | $12/user/mo (Ramp Plus) | $80/mo + $12/person/mo |
| Enterprise | Custom pricing | Custom | Custom |
| Rating | ★ 4.6 | ★ 4.8 | ★ 4.6 |