Confluence Pricing Calculator 2026
Estimate your total cost including hidden fees
The Confluence pricing calculator at CostBench estimates true total cost of ownership, factoring in implementation, support, training, and hidden costs that add ~178% beyond the advertised Free–$12.30/user/month pricing.
Your actual Confluence cost depends on team size, tier selection, contract length, and add-ons. Enter your specifics below to get a personalized breakdown with Year 1 and ongoing costs.
- Base pricing: 4 tiers available, Free–$12.30/user/month
- Annual savings: Typically 17% off with annual billing
- Implementation: $500–$2,000 per user
- Support fees: ~20% of license cost for premium support
- Training: $500 per user for onboarding and training
Compared to other it documentation tools, Confluence is budget-friendly. Hidden costs typically add 178% to the advertised price across the industry.
Confluence pricing ranges from $0 to $12.3 per user/month as of July 2026. Confluence offers 4 pricing tiers. Hidden costs include 10-user minimum billing requirement, extremely difficult account and subscription cancellation, snowballing costs across atlassian suite, which can add 30-60% to the base license fee. Pricing verified from 1 sources by CostBench.
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Confluence Pricing by Team Size
Here's what Confluence costs for different team sizes, based on the Standard plan:
| Team Size | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $32/mo | $384/yr |
| 10 users | $64/mo | $768/yr |
| 25 users | $160/mo | $1,920/yr |
| 50 users | $320/mo | $3,840/yr |
| 100 users | $640/mo | $7,680/yr |
| 250 users | $1,600/mo | $19,200/yr |
| 500 users | $3,200/mo | $38,400/yr |
Prices based on Confluence Standard plan at $6.4/user/month. Verified June 2026.
Real-World Confluence Cost Examples
Small Team (10 users) on Standard
$533$533/year ($53.33 × 10 users)
A team of exactly 10 users on the Standard plan, billed annually.
CURRENT TIER DATAMid-Size Team (50 users) on Standard
$2,666$2,666/year ($53.33 × 50 users)
A 50-person team on Standard, billed annually.
CURRENT TIER DATAMid-Size Team (50 users) on Premium
$5,125$5,125/year ($102.50 × 50 users)
A 50-person team on Premium for analytics, advanced permissions, and priority support, billed annually.
CURRENT TIER DATASmall Team Below 10 (Free Plan)
$0$0/year
A team of up to 10 users using the Free plan for basic knowledge base needs.
CURRENT TIER DATACompare at This Team Size
Frequently Asked Questions
01 How accurate is this Confluence pricing calculator?
This calculator uses official Confluence pricing data verified as of 2026-06-11. Hidden cost estimates are based on 7 verified cost categories from real user reports. Actual costs may vary based on negotiated discounts, specific feature requirements, and implementation complexity.
02 What hidden costs should I include in my Confluence budget?
Our calculator includes 7 verified hidden cost categories for Confluence: 10-User Minimum Billing Requirement, Extremely Difficult Account and Subscription Cancellation, Snowballing Costs Across Atlassian Suite, Minimum Seat Billing (10-User Floor), and 3 more. Toggle each to see how they affect your total cost.
03 Should I choose monthly or annual billing for Confluence?
Annual billing typically saves 15-20% compared to monthly rates. However, monthly billing provides flexibility if you're testing the platform or have fluctuating team sizes. Commit annually only once you've validated the tool fits your needs.
04 How do I know which Confluence tier I need?
Start with your must-have features. Confluence offers 4 tiers ranging from $0 to $12.3/user/month. Entry tiers work for basic needs, while enterprise tiers add advanced security, customization, and support.
05 Can I negotiate Confluence pricing below calculator estimates?
Yes, Confluence pricing is negotiable, especially for larger deployments or multi-year commitments. See our negotiation guide for tactics.