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Why it matters: Studio interface lags on complex conversation flows
Available from: Starter ($1/month)
Why it matters: AI Spend makes total cost unpredictable; overages auto-billed with no hard cap
Available from: Starter ($1/month)
Why it matters: Missing basic features like timezone configuration
Available from: Starter ($1/month)
Why it matters: Free tier's 500 messages/month is too limited for real deployment
Available from: Starter ($1/month)
Why it matters: Self-hosted version requires technical expertise to maintain
Available from: Starter ($1/month)
Why it matters: Connect to your existing tools and automate workflows. Essential for scaling operations.
Available from: Starter ($1/month)
The free plan covers basic agent needs. For professional use with advanced features and higher limits, consider upgrading to a paid plan.
Check the comparison above for the most affordable paid tier that includes premium features beyond the free plan limitations.
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Most tools allow downgrades, but you may lose access to paid features and data. Check Botpress's policy before upgrading.
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Last verified March 2026