Which is cheaper, PropelAuth or Zitadel?

Zitadel is 1.5x cheaper than PropelAuth. PropelAuth starts at $0/mo, Zitadel starts at $0/mo.

Does PropelAuth have a free tier?

Yes, PropelAuth offers a free tier with monthlyActiveUsers: 10000.

PropelAuth has significant switching cost. Zitadel has moderate switching cost. Zitadel is easier to switch away from.

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PropelAuth

B2B authentication with built-in organization management, RBAC, SAML SSO, and customizable UIs

Switching Cost: significant

Zitadel

← More affordable

Open-source identity management with DAU-based cloud pricing

Switching Cost: moderate

The pricing gap between Zitadel and PropelAuth runs about 1.5x — significant consideration for scaling.

Their pricing models diverge: PropelAuth uses hybrid, while Zitadel operates on a flat-rate basis.

{winner} wins on flexibility — easier switching means less lock-in and more options for your long-term strategy.

{winner} wins on flexibility — easier switching means less lock-in and more options for your long-term strategy.

Price Difference

1.5x

Zitadel is cheaper by $50/mo

Pricing Model

Different

Tools charge using different pricing philosophies

Switching Costs

Zitadel

Lower switching costs for easier migration