API Management Software Pricing 2026
Compare pricing for 10 api management tools. Find the right software for your budget.
API Management software billed monthly typically runs $0 to $150000 per month in 2026, with a typical cost around $10985 per month across 7 tools. Others use usage-based or custom pricing. Top picks: Apigee (Free–$3.4K/month), AWS API Gateway (Free–$3.50/month), Kong (Free–$500/month), and 7 more. 6 of 10 tools offer free tiers for small teams or limited use.
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Apigee
Free–$3.4K/month
AWS API Gateway
Free–$3.50/month
Kong
Free–$500/month
MuleSoft Anypoint Platform
Free–$150K/month
Plaid
Custom pricing
Stoplight
Free–$362/month
SwaggerHub
$5–$49/user per month
Unkey
$5–$50/mo
Zuplo
Free–$25/mo
Hoop.dev
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01 How much does API Management software cost?
Most api management tools are billed monthly and typically run $0 to $150000 per month (premium tiers go higher), with a median of $10985 per month across 7 tools. Other tools in this category use usage-based or custom pricing — each profile shows its own verified pricing model.
02 What are the most popular API Management tools?
Popular API Management tools include Apigee ($0–$3431/month), AWS API Gateway ($0–$3.5/month), Kong ($0–$500/month). CostBench tracks pricing for 10 api management products with verified tier data.
03 Is there free API Management software?
Yes, 6 of 10 api management tools offer free tiers. Options with free plans include Apigee, AWS API Gateway, Kong.
04 How do I choose the right API Management software?
Compare pricing tiers, included features, and hidden costs across 10 api management tools on CostBench. Key factors include per-user pricing, contract terms, and whether a free tier meets your needs.