Code Quality · true cost · Updated June 2026
The true cost of code quality
What you'll actually pay. Of the 5 code quality tools we track, 1 publish no self-serve price (quote-only), 2 charge usage overages. Here's every tool's entry price and its hidden-cost flags — each linked to its sourced record.
The hidden-cost picture
- No public price: 1 of 5 are quote-only (contact sales).
- Usage overages: 2 charge for going over plan limits.
- Cheapest published: CodeScene from $20/mo.
- No overage or setup fee: DeepSource, SonarQube Cloud (Sonar).
As of · re-verified with each catalog refresh
Code Quality — entry price & hidden-cost flags
| Tool | Entry price | Usage overages | Setup fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CodeScene | $20/mo | Yes | — |
| Codacy | $21/mo | Yes | — |
| DeepSource | $30/mo | — | — |
| SonarQube Cloud (Sonar) | $32/mo | — | — |
| Embold | Quote-only | — | — |
Prices and fee terms re-verified with each catalog refresh. Last catalog update 2026-06-18. "Quote-only" means the vendor publishes no self-serve price.
Frequently asked questions
Does code quality have hidden fees?
Across the 5 code quality tools we track: 1 publish no self-serve price (quote-only), 2 charge usage overages. As of 2026-06-18.
What is the cheapest code quality with published pricing?
CodeScene, from $20/mo (note: usage overages apply). Verified 2026-06-18.
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