Linear Pricing (April 2026)
How much does Linear cost?
Linear offers a free plan with paid tiers starting at Free/mo.
All Plans
Linear Pricing Breakdown
Linear's pricing structure is transparent and designed to scale with team growth, offering a generous free tier and predictable per-user costs for paid plans.
Free Plan
Linear's free plan is remarkably generous, supporting unlimited team members with up to 250 active issues and 2 teams. This includes full access to integrations, API access, and core features like cycles and roadmaps. The limitation is on active issues rather than total issues, so completed work doesn't count against your quota. This makes the free plan viable for small startups or teams evaluating the platform long-term.
Basic Plan - $10 per user/month
The Basic plan removes the issue limit and expands to 5 teams, making it suitable for growing startups or small product teams. You get unlimited file uploads, admin roles for team management, and all the core Linear features without restrictions. At $10 monthly per user, it's competitively priced compared to Jira or other development-focused tools, especially considering Linear's superior performance and user experience.
Business Plan - $16 per user/month
The Business tier unlocks unlimited teams, private teams for sensitive projects, and advanced features like Triage Intelligence and Linear Insights analytics. It also includes Linear Asks for customer feedback management and integrations with support tools like Zendesk and Intercom. This plan is ideal for established companies with multiple product lines or teams requiring enhanced workflow automation and reporting.
Enterprise Plan - Custom Pricing
Enterprise customers get advanced security features including SAML SSO, SCIM provisioning, and audit logs. The plan includes sub-initiatives for complex project hierarchies, advanced dashboards, and dedicated migration support. Pricing is customized based on team size and specific requirements, typically starting around $50+ per user monthly for organizations with 100+ seats.
Linear's pricing is higher than basic project management tools but competitive within the developer-focused space. The value proposition is strong for teams that prioritize speed and developer experience, as the productivity gains often justify the per-seat cost. However, for very large organizations or teams with tight budgets, the costs can add up quickly compared to alternatives like GitHub Issues or self-hosted solutions.
Feature Breakdown by Plan
| Feature | Free | Standard | Plus | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited issues | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 250 members | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Basic features | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Unlimited members | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Roadmaps | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Guest access | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Time tracking | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Linear Asks | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom workflows | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| SSO | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Audit logs | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Advanced security | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
Team Cost Calculator
Estimated monthly costs based on team size (price per user × team members):
| Team Size | Standard | Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $50/mo | $80/mo |
| 10 users | $100/mo | $160/mo |
| 25 users | $250/mo | $400/mo |
| 50 users | $500/mo | $800/mo |
Is Linear Worth It?
The free plan lets you test core functionality before committing.
Paid plans range from $10/mo (Standard) to $16/mo (Plus). Most users pick the Standard plan.
Best for: Product teams, Startups, Engineering teams. Keep in mind: software-focused only.
Linear Pros & Cons
- Beautiful design
- Lightning fast
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Great for devs
- Cycles feature
- Software-focused only
- Less flexible
- Limited customization
- No time tracking on free