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Base44 pricing explained
Last checked against official pricing pages: 2026-10-16. Prices in USD.
Base44 plans include two allowances: message credits (AI building messages) and integration credits (actions your app takes, like sending email or calling AI). Paying yearly saves 20%.
Base44 plans and cost per message credit
| Plan | Monthly | Per month, billed yearly | Included | $ per message credit (monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | $0 | 25 message / 100 integration credits/mo, 5 apps | — |
| Starter | $20 | $16 | 100 message / 2,000 integration credits | $0.20 |
| Builder | $50 | $40 | 250 message / 10,000 integration credits | $0.20 |
| Pro | $100 | $80 | 500 message / 20,000 integration credits | $0.20 |
| Elite | $200 | $160 | 1,200 message / 50,000 integration credits | $0.17 |
Cost per message credit = monthly price ÷ included message credits. Actual credits per message vary by action and model, per Base44.
Worked examples
| Project | Message credits needed (assumed) | Cheapest plan that fits |
|---|---|---|
| Prototype or internal tool | ~20 | Free (25/mo) |
| MVP over one month | ~100 | Starter: $20/mo or $16 yearly |
| Several apps or heavy iteration | ~250 | Builder: $50/mo or $40 yearly |
Every Base44 plan includes the backend, database, auth and hosting, and paid plans include a free domain for a year. Official pricing: base44.com/pricing.
After you ship: automate it
Once your app is live, Make can connect it to email, forms, CRMs and spreadsheets without more AI-builder credits. Free plan: 1,000 credits/mo; Core is $9/mo billed yearly for 10,000 credits (checked on make.com/en/pricing). New signups via our link get 1 month of Core free.
FAQ
How much does Base44 cost?
Free is $0 (25 message credits/month). Starter is $20/month ($16 yearly), Builder $50 ($40), Pro $100 ($80) and Elite $200 ($160).
What's the difference between message and integration credits?
Message credits are used when you chat with the AI to build. Integration credits are used by actions your app performs, like integrations and AI calls.
Does Base44 have an annual discount?
Yes, annual billing saves 20% on every paid plan.
Can I export my Base44 code?
Yes. Base44 says you own your code and can export it with two-way GitHub sync on plans that include it.