SWC Pricing 2026

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1 plans tracked Updated Sep 2026

Cite this data: Toolradar, SWC pricing verified Sep 2026, toolradar.com/tools/swc/pricing

SWC is free.

Verified Sep 2026 from the official pricing page.

Is SWC worth the price?

Great value

SWC's pricing is exceptionally generous, being entirely free.

It offers a high-performance compiler without any cost, which is a significant advantage over commercial alternatives. This model is best for any developer or organization looking for a fast, open-source JavaScript/TypeScript toolchain without budget constraints.

Pricing Plans

Free

Open source (Apache/MIT)
20x faster than Babel
TypeScript/JavaScript compiler
Used by Next.js, Deno

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How SWC compares

4 of 5 direct competitors offer a free plan.

Tool	Starting price	Free plan
SWC	Free	Yes
esbuild	Free	Yes
Babel	Free	Yes
Vite	Free	Yes
Webpack	Free	Yes
prepros	$29/month, billing unit not specified	No

SWC Pricing FAQ

How much does SWC cost?

SWC is free to use. No subscription or one-time fee is required for the core product.

Does SWC have a free plan?

Yes. SWC offers a free plan called "Free". It includes: Open source (Apache/MIT), 20x faster than Babel, TypeScript/JavaScript compiler.

What are alternatives to SWC?

Alternatives to SWC include esbuild, Babel, Vite, Webpack. esbuild, Babel, Vite are fully free. prepros starts at $29/month, billing unit not specified.