Azure API Management Pricing 2026
Plans, costs, and free options for Azure API Management
Last updated: January 27, 2026
TL;DR: Azure API Management Pricing
Pricing Model
Paid
Starting Price
150/mo
Free Option
Yes ✓
Paid
Pricing Model
Azure API Management is a paid tool with various pricing tiers based on features and team size. Contact them or visit their website for detailed pricing.
Visit Azure API Management's website for current pricing
Available Plans
Developer
0
- Non-production use
- All features for testing
- No SLA
- Limited throughput
Basic
150
- Production workloads
- Standard gateway
- Limited scale
- No VNET support
Standard
700
- Business-critical APIs
- Higher scale
- Better performance
Premium
2700
- Enterprise features
- VNET support
- Multi-region
- High availability
- SLA
Free Alternatives to Azure API Management
Looking for a free option? Here are some alternatives with free plans:
Apidog
FreemiumAPI design, testing, and documentation in one platform
Apollo Studio
FreemiumGraphQL developer platform for building APIs
Kong
FreemiumAPI gateway and platform
Azure API Management vs Competitors: Pricing Comparison
See how Azure API Management pricing compares to similar tools in API Tools
| Tool | Free Tier | Starting Price | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Azure API ManagementCurrent API management by Microsoft | Yes | 150/mo | —/100 | Details → |
ApidogBest Value API design, testing, and documentation i... | Yes | $9/mo | 78/100 | Pricing → |
Apollo StudioTop Rated GraphQL developer platform for building ... | Yes | $49/mo | 86/100 | Pricing → |
Kong API gateway and platform | Yes | — | 84/100 | Pricing → |
Apigee Google Cloud API management | No | — | 82/100 | Pricing → |
Prices shown are starting prices. Actual pricing may vary based on features and team size.
See all alternatives →Azure API Management Pricing FAQ
How much does Azure API Management cost?
Azure API Management offers the following plans: Developer (0), Basic (150), Standard (700), Premium (2700). A free tier is available.
Is there a free version of Azure API Management?
Yes, Azure API Management offers a free tier with basic features. Upgrade to a paid plan for more functionality.
Does Azure API Management offer a free trial?
Check Azure API Management's official website for current trial offers.
What are cheaper alternatives to Azure API Management?
Free or freemium alternatives include Apidog, Apollo Studio, Kong. View our full comparison to find the best value.