No-code platform pricing is one of the most opaque areas in enterprise software. Sticker prices rarely reflect actual costs. Per-user models that look affordable at 10 users become budget-breaking at 500. Premium connectors, environment charges, and support tiers add layers of cost that only surface during contract negotiation or, worse, after deployment.
This guide provides the transparent cost comparison that enterprise buyers need. We break down real pricing across major no-code platforms at enterprise scale, including the hidden costs that vendors prefer you discover after signing.
A note on methodology: pricing data is compiled from published pricing pages, vendor sales conversations, Gartner and Forrester analyst reports, and verified customer accounts as of January 2026. Enterprise pricing is often negotiated, so these figures represent typical ranges rather than exact quotes.
Before comparing specific vendors, understanding the three dominant pricing models helps contextualize the numbers.
Per-user pricing charges a monthly or annual fee for each person who accesses the platform. This model is used by Microsoft Power Apps, Quickbase, and several others. The advantage is predictable per-person costs. The disadvantage is that costs scale linearly with adoption, which can discourage the broad organizational rollout that no-code platforms are designed to enable.
Platform-tier pricing charges a flat monthly or annual fee based on the tier selected, with each tier offering different capabilities, user limits, or usage thresholds. Kissflow and Appian use variations of this model. The advantage is more predictable budgeting and the ability to onboard additional users without per-head cost increases.
Usage-based pricing charges based on application runs, API calls, data storage, or compute time. Bubble and some newer platforms use this model. The advantage is low entry costs. The disadvantage is cost unpredictability as usage grows.
Platform-by-Platform Pricing Breakdown
Microsoft Power Apps is the most commonly encountered no-code platform in enterprise evaluations due to Microsoft's existing presence. The per-app plan starts at $5 per user per month, which appears attractive. However, this plan limits each user to two apps. The per-user plan at $20 per user per month provides unlimited app access but excludes premium connectors. Premium connectors (required for SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, and most enterprise integrations) require Power Automate premium at $15 per user per month. At 200 users with premium connectors, the actual monthly cost is $7,000, or $84,000 annually, before environment and Dataverse storage charges.
Kissflow pricing starts at $2,500 per month for the Basic plan, which includes a set number of users with full platform access, workflow automation, app building, governance controls, and standard integrations. Enterprise plans with advanced governance, custom integrations, and dedicated support are custom-priced based on organizational requirements. The total cost of ownership includes all core features without per-connector surcharges.
Mendix starts at approximately $1,875 per month for the Basic plan with limited users and capabilities. The Standard plan runs approximately $5,000 per month. Enterprise no-code platform pricing is custom and typically ranges from $10,000-$25,000+ per month depending on deployment requirements and user count. Mendix targets large enterprises building complex applications and prices accordingly.
Appian Cloud pricing begins at approximately $75 per user per month for standard users, with reduced rates for infrequent users (input-only users at approximately $9 per month). At 200 active users, monthly costs range from $8,000-$15,000 depending on the user mix. Enterprise features and higher-tier support add to the base price.
Quickbase pricing starts at approximately $35 per user per month for the Team plan. The Business plan at approximately $55 per user per month adds more governance and integration features. At 200 users, annual costs range from $84,000-$132,000. Quickbase's per-user model means costs scale directly with adoption.
OutSystems pricing is among the highest in the category, reflecting its position as a professional developer platform. Pricing starts at approximately $1,500 per month for limited applications and scales to $5,000-$20,000+ per month for enterprise deployments. OutSystems targets IT departments rather than citizen developers, which affects the cost-value comparison.
The Hidden Costs Nobody Tells You About
Connector and integration fees are the most common hidden cost. Platforms that advertise low per-user pricing often charge separately for each enterprise integration. Connecting to SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, or ServiceNow may require premium connectors at $10-$50 per user per month per connector. Organizations needing 5-6 enterprise integrations can see their effective per-user cost triple.
Environment charges affect organizations that need separate development, staging, and production environments. Some platforms include only one environment in base pricing and charge $500-$2,000 per month for additional environments that professional IT governance requires.
Data storage overages emerge when applications generate more data than the base plan allocates. Platforms may include 1-10GB in base pricing and charge per-GB overages. For enterprises processing thousands of transactions daily with attached documents, storage costs can add $500-$2,000 per month.
Support tier escalation is common across all platforms. Base pricing typically includes standard support with email-only channels and 24-48 hour response times. Enterprise support with phone access, dedicated account managers, and 4-hour SLA response requires premium support packages ranging from 15-30% of the base subscription.
Training and onboarding costs are often excluded from platform pricing. Vendor-led training programs range from $5,000-$25,000 depending on scope. While platforms like Kissflow emphasize intuitive interfaces that minimize training needs, budget for initial enablement regardless of which platform you select.
Three-Year TCO Comparison at Scale
For an enterprise deploying no-code to 200 users with 5 enterprise integrations, standard governance requirements, and professional support, the three-year TCO ranges look approximately like this:
Microsoft Power Apps: $250,000-$350,000 (per-user model with premium connectors, Dataverse, and environments). The low per-user starting price scales aggressively at enterprise adoption levels, particularly when premium connectors are required for non-Microsoft systems.
Kissflow: $120,000-$250,000 (platform-tier pricing with enterprise features). Flat-rate model provides better cost predictability and does not penalize broad adoption. All core integrations included without per-connector surcharges.
Mendix: $350,000-$700,000 (enterprise-tier pricing for complex deployment). Positioned for large enterprises building mission-critical applications. Higher cost reflects more advanced development capabilities and deployment flexibility.
Appian: $280,000-$450,000 (per-user pricing with enterprise features). Strong process automation capabilities justify the premium for organizations with complex workflow requirements. Cost scales with user count.
These ranges include platform subscription, typical support tier, standard integrations, and reasonable storage allocations. They exclude custom development costs, third-party tools, and internal staff time.
How to Calculate Your Actual TCO
Step one: count your real users. Not the number who will log in once but the number who will actively use the platform weekly. Separate heavy users (builders) from light users (form submitters, approvers). Some platforms offer reduced pricing for light users.
Step two: inventory your integration requirements. List every system your no-code applications must connect to. Check whether each connection requires standard or premium connectors on each platform you evaluate.
Step three: project your growth. If you plan to expand from 50 to 500 users over three years, calculate cost curves for each platform's pricing model. Per-user models create linear cost growth. Platform-tier models absorb growth until the next tier threshold.
Step four: factor in governance costs. Separate environments, audit logging, compliance features, and admin tooling all affect total cost of ownership. Do not assume these are included in base pricing.
Step five: request detailed quotes with scenario modeling. Ask each vendor to price three scenarios: current state, 12-month projected state, and 36-month projected state. Compare apples to apples.
Enterprise no-code selection is a multi-year commitment. The cheapest platform at 50 users may be the most expensive at 500. The right platform selection balances current needs with projected growth while maintaining cost transparency throughout the relationship.
