Trigger.dev
About Trigger.dev
Trigger.dev runs background jobs and long-running workflows with a DX aimed at TypeScript apps. It fills the “don’t use Vercel serverless for 10-minute jobs” gap.
Free monthly credits cover early automation; Hobby/Pro raise limits. Pair with your app host rather than replacing it.
Best for
Indie SaaS that needs reliable background jobs, retries, and scheduled work.
Pricing angle
Free credits then Hobby from about $10/mo.
Watch out
Job volume and concurrency drive cost — instrument noisy cron early.
Trigger.dev pricing snapshot
Free credits then Hobby from about $10/mo.
Figures can lag the live vendor page. Open official pricing ↗
Free access for Trigger.dev
Yes, free plan is available
Free credits are enough to prove one critical job path.
Free plan is the trial — upgrade when credits run out.
Alternatives to Trigger.dev in Jobs
Indie SaaS that needs reliable background jobs, retries, and scheduled work. If that profile is not you, these other Jobs tools on IndieSheet are worth a look — each page has its own pricing write-up.
FAQ
Does Trigger.dev have a free tier?
Free credits are enough to prove one critical job path. Directory flag: free tier yes.
What is the starting paid price for Trigger.dev?
Free credits then Hobby from about $10/mo. IndieSheet’s listed starting paid price is $10/mo.
Does Trigger.dev offer a free trial?
Free plan is the trial — upgrade when credits run out. Structured trial field: No free trial listed.
What are alternatives to Trigger.dev?
Indie SaaS that needs reliable background jobs, retries, and scheduled work. Nearby Jobs options on IndieSheet include Inngest.
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