GitLab CI free tier includes 400 compute minutes/month, 10 GiB storage, 5 users. New accounts limited to 3 top-level groups. Verified October 2026.

GitLab CI Free Tier 2026 stable

Limits, pricing history. Verified October 2026. Last updated 2026-10-09.

GitLab CI's free tier offers 400 compute minutes/month, 10 GiB storage, 5 users. New accounts limited to 3 top-level groups. It's stable — zero pricing changes recorded.

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2026-10-09
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2026-10-09
The day we last read the vendor's page, and the day we last confirmed the terms we publish.

Free Tier Details

400 compute minutes/month, 10 GiB storage, 5 users. New accounts limited to 3 top-level groups

We read that on 2026-10-09 from https://about.gitlab.com/pricing/, and our check recorded: the page names GitLab CI as "gitlab ci" and states "400 compute minutes per month".

When You'll Outgrow GitLab CI's Free Tier

Pricing Change History (0 recorded)

No recorded pricing changes for GitLab CI. This is a good sign — stable pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is GitLab CI free?
Yes, GitLab CI offers a free tier: Free. 400 compute minutes/month, 10 GiB storage, 5 users. New accounts limited to 3 top-level groups
What is GitLab CI's free tier?
GitLab CI's free tier is called "Free". 400 compute minutes/month, 10 GiB storage, 5 users. New accounts limited to 3 top-level groups
Is GitLab CI's free tier reliable?
GitLab CI's free tier is considered stable.
Is GitLab CI's free tier good for production?
GitLab CI's free tier can be suitable for small production workloads and side projects. We rate it stable and it offers 400 compute minutes/month, 10 GiB storage, 5 users. New accounts limited to 3 top-level groups, so it's a reasonable starting point. Monitor your usage against the limits and have an upgrade plan ready.
What changed in GitLab CI's pricing?
No, GitLab CI has had no recorded pricing changes. This is a positive stability signal.
When will I outgrow GitLab CI's free tier?
At 10 GIB storage, you'll need to upgrade. When you outgrow the free tier, evaluate paid plans against alternatives — sometimes a competitor's free tier covers what you need.
What category is GitLab CI in?
GitLab CI is categorized under CI/CD on AgentDeals.