Alternatives · Developer auth (ciam)
Best Clerk alternatives — pricing compared
The best Clerk alternatives are WorkOS, Stytch, Supabase Auth, Kinde, and Auth0 — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is WorkOS at $1 per month.
5 Clerk alternatives compared
Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.
Why teams look past Clerk
- WorkOS — Pay-per-connection model for SSO and Directory Sync.
- Stytch — Usage-based auth with 10K free MAUs and no hard caps.
- Supabase Auth — Auth bundled in the Supabase platform tiers.
- Kinde — Flat-fee auth with 10,500 MAUs included across tiers.
- Auth0 — Customer identity platform with B2C and B2B pricing tiers.
Compare against Clerk itself
Before you switch, price Clerk on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.
Frequently asked questions
Is WorkOS cheaper than Clerk?
Yes — WorkOS's cheapest paid tier is $1, below Clerk's cheapest paid tier at $25. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.
What is the best free alternative to Clerk?
Supabase Auth publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Clerk alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.
Which Clerk alternative should I compare first?
Buyers evaluating Clerk most often shortlist WorkOS, Stytch, Supabase Auth. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.