Plans, costs, and free options for HashiCorp Packer
Last updated: February 4, 2026
Pricing Model
Freemium
Starting Price
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Free Option
No
HashiCorp Packer offers a free tier with basic features, plus paid plans for users who need more advanced functionality.
Basic features included at no cost
Premium features with paid plans
See how HashiCorp Packer pricing compares to similar tools in Infrastructure as Code
| Tool | Free Tier | Starting Price | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HashiCorp PackerCurrent Build identical machine images for multi... | No | — | —/100 | Details → |
Ansible Automate IT infrastructure with simple Y... | Yes | — | 86/100 | Pricing → |
Chef Infrastructure automation with Ruby-base... | No | — | 78/100 | Pricing → |
PuppetBest Value Infrastructure automation and configurat... | Yes | ~7400/mo | 76/100 | Pricing → |
TerraformTop Rated Infrastructure as code | Yes | — | 90/100 | Pricing → |
Prices shown are starting prices. Actual pricing may vary based on features and team size.
See all alternatives →HashiCorp Packer offers a free plan with limited features, plus paid plans for advanced functionality.
Yes, HashiCorp Packer offers a free tier with basic features. Upgrade to a paid plan for more functionality.
Check HashiCorp Packer's official website for current trial offers.
Free or freemium alternatives include Ansible, Terraform. View our full comparison to find the best value.
The core Packer tool is open-source and free to use. HCP Packer, which provides automated build management across cloud providers and organizational image management, offers a free tier and paid options for advanced features.
Yes, the core Packer tool is free and open-source. There is also a free tier available for HCP Packer, which provides additional features for managing machine images across organizations and automating builds.