Basecamp plan and account cost calculator
Basecamp Cost Calculator
Calculate your Basecamp cost and find the right package based on people, active projects, file storage, billing preference, and Unlimited-only services.
- Official public Basecamp pricing
- User, project, and storage limits included
- Data checked September 1, 2026
Your Basecamp estimate
How this estimate is calculated
- The calculator selects the lowest public Basecamp package that meets the entered user, active project, and storage limits.
- Basecamp uses fixed account prices rather than per-user pricing.
- Annual estimates use the published monthly rate multiplied by 12. Basecamp does not publicly list a separate annual discount.
- Unlimited costs $299 per month equivalent and is billed annually. A publicly listed extra-storage add-on is included when required.
- Taxes, temporary promotions, negotiated terms, prorated charges, and storage requirements above the published add-on are excluded.
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How the Basecamp Cost Calculator Works
Basecamp cost is not calculated separately for every paid seat. The required package depends mainly on how many people, active projects, and files your account needs.
1. Add everyone in the account
Include employees, clients, contractors, and guests because every person counts toward the user limit on Free and Freelancer.
2. Add active projects and storage
Enter the projects currently in use and the total file storage required across the account.
3. Choose billing and services
Select your preferred billing period and any services that Basecamp reserves for Unlimited.
4. Review the lowest suitable package
See the monthly equivalent, annual payment, package limits, and the exact reasons for the recommendation.
Basecamp Plans and Public Prices
The calculator uses the package limits and fixed account prices currently displayed on Basecamp’s official pricing page.
| Package | Public price | Active projects | Storage | People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 1 | 1 GB | 5 |
| Freelancer | $25/month | 3 | 5 GB | 20 |
| Studio | $59/month | 10 | 25 GB | Unlimited |
| Pro | $99/month | 25 | 100 GB | Unlimited |
| Unlimited | $299/month, billed annually | Unlimited | 1,000 GB | Unlimited |
What Can Increase Your Basecamp Cost?
More people
Free supports up to 5 people and Freelancer supports up to 20. Studio and higher include unlimited people at a fixed account price.
More active projects
Package limits rise from 1 to 3, 10, and 25 active projects. More than 25 active projects require Unlimited.
More file storage
Included storage rises from 1 GB to 5 GB, 25 GB, 100 GB, and 1 TB. Higher requirements can move the account to a more expensive package.
Unlimited-only services
Priority support and personalized onboarding require the Unlimited package, even when the account fits lower usage limits.
How Basecamp User and Project Limits Work
- Every person added to the account counts, including clients, contractors, and guests
- Studio, Pro, and Unlimited include unlimited people with no per-user fee
- Only active projects count toward the project limit
- Archived or deleted projects do not use an active project slot
- Free allows one project at a time and is described by Basecamp as intended for personal use
Annual Billing and Extra Storage
Annual billing
Freelancer, Studio, and Pro list annual billing as available. The calculator multiplies the published monthly rate by 12 because no separate public annual discount is shown.
Unlimited billing
Unlimited is listed at $299 per month equivalent and billed annually, which equals $3,588 for 12 months at the published rate.
Extra storage
Basecamp publicly lists an additional 5 TB of storage for $100 per month after the 1 TB included with Unlimited. Larger requirements need confirmation from Basecamp.
Core Features Included With Basecamp Packages
Basecamp states that the same core features are included across its packages. Plan selection is therefore driven mainly by account limits rather than a long feature ladder.
- To-dos, subtasks, assignments, and due dates
- Card Tables for Kanban-style workflows
- Message Boards, Campfires, and Pings
- Scheduling, calendars, milestones, and events
- Docs, files, reports, and automatic check-ins
- Project templates, time tracking, and admin features
About the Basecamp Cost and Pricing Data
Prices and package rules are checked against Basecamp’s official pricing and product pages. Basecamp can change pricing, limits, or billing terms, so confirm the final checkout amount before purchasing.
Basecamp Cost Calculator FAQ
How much does Basecamp cost?
Basecamp currently offers Free, Freelancer at $25 per month, Studio at $59 per month, Pro at $99 per month, and Unlimited at $299 per month equivalent billed annually.
Does Basecamp charge per user?
No. Basecamp uses fixed account prices. Free supports up to 5 people, Freelancer supports up to 20, and Studio, Pro, and Unlimited include unlimited people.
How many active projects does each Basecamp package include?
Free includes 1 active project, Freelancer 3, Studio 10, Pro 25, and Unlimited has no active project limit. Archived or deleted projects do not count.
Is there a free version of Basecamp?
Yes. Basecamp Free includes one active project, 1 GB of storage, and up to 5 people. Basecamp describes it as a package for personal use.
Is Basecamp Unlimited billed monthly?
No. Unlimited is listed at $299 per month equivalent but is billed annually. The published annual amount at that rate is $3,588.
Can I buy more Basecamp storage?
Yes. Unlimited includes 1 TB, and Basecamp publicly lists an additional 5 TB for $100 per month. Storage needs above that published allowance require confirmation from Basecamp.
Does Basecamp include time tracking?
Yes. Basecamp’s current pricing page lists time tracking among the included capabilities across its packages.
Does Basecamp offer nonprofit or education discounts?
Basecamp states that registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits receive 10% off. Eligible K-12, homeschool, and university classroom use can receive Basecamp free after verification.
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