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          "Unlimited users",
          "Unlimited workspaces",
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          "12 months Data Retention",
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          "Datacake LNS",
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          "Basic Rules",
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        "name": "Plus",
        "price": "659$ /month",
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          "12 months Data Retention",
          "Unlimited LoRaWAN Gateways",
          "Datacake LNS",
          "Dashboard Builder",
          "Basic Rules",
          "Reporting Engine",
          "100 Advanced Rules per workspace with 48 hours of log retention",
          "1 White Label",
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  "verdict": "Datacake's pricing is generally fair, especially for smaller-scale IoT projects. The Free tier is generous with 5 devices and unlimited users, making it accessible for hobbyists and initial testing. However, the jump from Hobby ($25/month for 25 devices) to Light ($159/month for 50 devices) is quite steep, representing a significant price increase per device. It's best for individuals and small to medium businesses looking for a low-code IoT platform with clear device-based scaling.",
  "bestFor": "Hobbyists and small-scale IoT projects | Businesses needing rapid sensor solution deployment | Teams prioritizing low-code development",
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  "partnerLink": false,
  "provenance": {
    "lastVerifiedAt": "2026-10-28",
    "sourceUrl": "https://datacake.co/pricing",
    "confidence": "high"
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  "source": "Toolradar",
  "citation": "Toolradar, verified 2026-10-28, https://toolradar.com/tools/datacake/pricing",
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}