Which is cheaper, UploadThing or Wasabi?

Pricing varies by tier and usage. Check both tools for current rates.

Does UploadThing have a free tier?

Yes, UploadThing offers a free tier with storageGB: 2.

UploadThing has moderate switching cost. Wasabi has drop-in switching cost. Wasabi is easier to switch away from.

Storage

UploadThing

Developer-friendly file upload service for Next.js and other frameworks with no bandwidth fees

Switching Cost: moderate

Wasabi

S3-compatible hot cloud storage with no egress fees and no API request charges

Switching Cost: drop-in

You'll notice different pricing structures: flat-rate for UploadThing versus usage-based for Wasabi.

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Pricing Model

Different

Tools charge using different pricing philosophies

Switching Costs

Wasabi

Lower switching costs for easier migration