Which is cheaper, FusionAuth or Hanko?

Hanko is 1.3x cheaper than FusionAuth. FusionAuth starts at $0/mo, Hanko starts at $0/mo.

Does FusionAuth have a free tier?

Yes, FusionAuth offers a free tier with .

FusionAuth has moderate switching cost. Hanko has moderate switching cost. Both have similar switching complexity.

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FusionAuth

Full-featured auth platform with self-hosting option and MAU-based cloud pricing

Switching Cost: moderate

Hanko

← More affordable

Passkey-first authentication with generous free tier

Switching Cost: moderate

Price sensitivity favors Hanko, which costs about 1.3x less than FusionAuth.

You'll notice different pricing structures: tiered for FusionAuth versus hybrid for Hanko.

It's a toss-up based on priorities — Hanko excels at passkey-first, while FusionAuth shines on full-featured.

It's a toss-up based on priorities — Hanko excels at passkey-first, while FusionAuth shines on full-featured.

Price Difference

1.3x

Hanko is cheaper by $8/mo

Pricing Model

Different

Tools charge using different pricing philosophies