From $0 to $15 per user monthly, JumpCloud scales across 7 plans. The free tier covers 10 users, while paid tiers add SSO and device management.
Best for: Ideal for small teams or individuals needing basic directory and device management
Best for: Focuses on robust device control and security for endpoints
Best for: Provides secure, streamlined access to applications through single sign on
Best for: Combines device management with identity features for a unified approach
Best for: A custom solution for organizations requiring a foundational set of platform capabilities
Best for: Offers a comprehensive suite of identity and access management features for growing enterprises
JumpCloud costs $11 to $15 per user monthly as of July 2, 2026, across 4 priced plans, with a free tier for up to 10 users. Device Management is $11/user/mo ($9 annual), SSO $13 ($11 annual), and Device Identity Management $15 ($13 annual). Platform, Platform Prime, and Platform Essentials are quote-only. The wrinkle is the a la carte modules: JumpCloud sells individual features outside the packages at roughly $3 to $5 per user monthly on annual billing, so needing one thing past the free tier still means paying per module.
At $11/mo to start, JumpCloud sits 120% above the $5/mo median across 7 identity & access management tools we track.
The packages bundle modules at a discount. Buy those same modules one at a time and the per-user math changes, which starts to matter the moment you outgrow the free tier.
Independent analysis · JumpCloud
JumpCloud positions itself as a premium, unified directory, starting well above the category median of $9/mo. While the Device Management plan ($11/user/mo) and SSO plan ($13/user/mo) offer solid point solutions, the real value lies in the Device Identity Management plan ($15/user/mo) which merges both worlds. For small teams, the Free plan provides a highly generous entry point with core directory services and basic MDM for up to 10 users. However, for larger deployments, the unpriced Platform tiers represent a significant financial leap that only makes sense if you actively consolidate multiple point tools.
Recent policy changes have frustrated long-term partners, particularly the sudden termination of legacy unlimited free plans for 10 users and devices. Users also express frustration over unannounced console pricing updates and steep price hikes that complicate MSP budgeting.
"ended our Unlimited Free Trial for 10 users and 10 devices"
"Back to complain about pricing."
Based on analysis of recent Reddit and G2 discussions.
The Device Management plan at $11/user/mo offers unifies directory, SSO, and MDM, replacing Active Directory + Okta + Jamf.
"JumpCloud is a premium product, so they charge premium prices."
"Jumpcloud is free for up to 10 users... easy to learn and use."
"price rises and policy changes are never ideal, however, JumpCloud is a no brainer."
Smaller IT shops and MSPs should exploit the Free plan for up to 10 users to manage mixed fleets, while mid-sized firms should target the Device Identity Management plan at $15/user/mo to unify identity and MDM. If you only need pure-play identity federation without the heavy device management overhead, look to Microsoft Entra ID as a more cost-effective alternative starting below the category median.
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