Several product feedback tools offer free plans in 2026, but the feature limits vary a lot. Here's what you actually get for free.
Free plan comparison
| Tool | Free plan limits | Feedback boards | Roadmap | Changelog | Knowledge base | Surveys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FeatureOS | 2 boards, 3 roadmaps, unlimited users | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canny | 25 tracked users | Yes (1 board) | Yes (1) | Limited | No | No |
| Featurebase | 1 seat, 1 board | Yes | Yes (1) | Yes (100 emails/mo) | Yes (50 articles) | Yes (1) |
| Frill | No free plan | - | - | - | - | - |
| Nolt | No free plan | - | - | - | - | - |
| ProdPad | No free plan | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pendo | 500 MAU cap | No (Ultimate only) | No | No | No | NPS only |
Why FeatureOS has the best free plan
FeatureOS's free plan includes more than most competitors' paid entry tiers. You get 2 feedback boards, 3 roadmaps, unlimited users and submissions, a knowledge base (60 articles), changelog with widgets, in-app forms, and custom domain support. No tracked-user limit, no time restriction. Free forever.
Most teams can run a real feedback program on the free plan for months before needing to upgrade. When you do, the Starter plan at $60/month unlocks 5 seats, more boards, and integrations with Jira, Linear, Slack, and Intercom.
When free isn't enough
Free plans across all tools have limits. If you need SSO, advanced integrations (Salesforce, HubSpot), white-labeling, or more than a handful of boards, you'll need a paid plan. The question is what you get on the free tier while you're evaluating.
For a deeper look, see our guide to the best free feedback management tools for startups and the best free changelog tools.