Changelog Tools Pricing Compared (2026)
Honest, Side-by-Side Pricing for the 6 Most Popular Changelog Tools
Pricing models vary wildly across changelog tools — flat-rate, MAU-based, feature-gated, usage-based. This page breaks it all down so you can compare what you actually pay at every growth stage.
Pricing at a Glance
| ReleaseGlow | Beamer | Canny | LaunchNotes | Headway | AnnounceKit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No | Yes (limited) | No | Yes | No |
| Starter / Entry | $49/mo | $49/mo | $79/mo | $249/mo | $29/mo | $49/mo |
| Mid-tier | $129/mo | $99/mo | $359/mo | $499/mo | $59/mo | $99/mo |
| Enterprise | $299/mo | $249/mo | Custom | Custom | $99/mo | $249/mo |
| Billing model | Flat-rate | MAU-based | Flat-rate | Flat-rate | Flat-rate | Widget views |
Prices as of March 2026. Annual billing discounts not shown. Always verify on the vendor's website.
What You Get for Your Money
Features included across all tools — not just at the top tier, but at the price most teams actually pay.
| Feature | ReleaseGlow | Beamer | Canny | LaunchNotes | Headway | AnnounceKit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI changelog generation | ||||||
| AI rewriting & editing | ||||||
| Auto-translation | 12+ languages | Add-on | Enterprise | 5 languages | ||
| In-app widget | ||||||
| Email digests | Pro+ | |||||
| Public changelog page | ||||||
| Custom branding | Paid | Paid | Paid | |||
| Remove branding | Starter+ | $99/mo+ | Growth+ | $59/mo+ | $99/mo+ | |
| GitHub integration | ||||||
| API access | Starter+ | Pro+ | ||||
| User segmentation | ||||||
| Analytics | Basic | |||||
| Feedback collection | Reactions | Reactions | Full platform | Reactions | Reactions | Reactions |
| MAU limits | None | 5K-50K+ | None | None | None | View-based |
Total Cost of Ownership by Team Size
What you'll actually pay annually based on your growth stage. Includes MAU overages and required plan upgrades.
Solo Maker
1 product, <1K users, shipping weekly
Growth SaaS
3 products, 10K MAUs, 5-person team
Scale-Up
10+ products, 50K MAUs, 20-person team
Hidden Costs to Watch For
MAU-based billing surprises
Beamer and AnnounceKit charge based on how many users see your widget. At 5K MAUs this looks affordable, but at 50K MAUs you could be paying 3-5x your initial plan. ReleaseGlow, Canny, and LaunchNotes use flat pricing with no per-user charges.
Feature gating at critical tiers
Canny gates its most useful features (roadmaps, integrations, SSO) behind the Growth plan at $359/mo. LaunchNotes gates enterprise features behind custom pricing. Check what's included at the tier you'll actually use, not the marketing page headline.
Branding removal fees
Most tools show their own branding on your widget and changelog page by default. Removing it typically requires upgrading: Beamer at $99/mo, Headway at $59/mo, AnnounceKit at $99/mo. ReleaseGlow includes branding removal on all paid plans starting at $49/mo.
API access as a paid add-on
If you need API access for custom integrations or automation, check which tier includes it. Beamer requires Pro ($99/mo+). Headway doesn't offer an API at all. ReleaseGlow includes API access on Starter ($49/mo).
Detailed 1-on-1 Comparisons
ReleaseGlow vs Beamer
MAU-based pricing vs flat-rate. Widget-first vs AI-first.
Read comparisonReleaseGlow vs Canny
Feedback platform vs dedicated changelog. $79/mo vs $49/mo.
Read comparisonReleaseGlow vs LaunchNotes
Enterprise pricing vs startup-friendly. $249+/mo vs $49/mo.
Read comparisonReleaseGlow vs AnnounceKit
Multi-channel vs AI-powered. Usage-based vs flat-rate.
Read comparisonReleaseGlow vs Headway
Budget-friendly vs feature-rich. Basic vs AI-powered.
Read comparisonReleaseGlow vs Featurebase
All-in-one feedback vs focused changelog communication.
Read comparisonFrequently Asked Questions
Which changelog tool has the best free plan?
ReleaseGlow and Headway both offer generous free plans. ReleaseGlow Free includes 1 project, 10 entries/month, and 20 AI credits. Headway's free tier includes basic changelog functionality. Canny also offers a free plan but limits you to basic features. Beamer, LaunchNotes, and AnnounceKit do not offer free plans.
Why is Canny so much more expensive than other changelog tools?
Canny is primarily a feedback management platform — feedback boards, user voting, and public roadmaps are its core features. The changelog is a secondary add-on. If you only need a changelog tool, you're paying for features you won't use. Canny's Starter plan is $79/mo vs ReleaseGlow's $49/mo for a more feature-rich changelog experience.
What are the hidden costs of Beamer's MAU-based pricing?
Beamer charges based on Monthly Active Users (MAUs) who see your widget. The Startup plan includes 5,000 MAUs. If your product grows to 20,000 or 50,000 MAUs, your bill increases significantly — potentially to $200-500+/month. ReleaseGlow uses flat-rate pricing with no MAU limits, so your cost stays predictable as you scale.
Is LaunchNotes worth the premium pricing?
LaunchNotes targets enterprise teams and starts around $249/mo. It includes advanced features like user segmentation, analytics, and multi-channel distribution. However, ReleaseGlow's Pro plan ($129/mo) offers similar capabilities including AI generation, email digests, and 10 projects — at roughly half the price.
Which changelog tool is best for startups and solo makers?
ReleaseGlow's Free plan (1 project, 10 entries/month, 20 AI credits) is designed for early-stage products. When you outgrow it, the Starter plan at $49/mo includes AI generation, translations, and an embeddable widget. Headway is another affordable option. Avoid Canny ($79/mo) and LaunchNotes ($249+/mo) unless you need their specific feature sets.
Do any changelog tools include AI-powered features in their pricing?
ReleaseGlow is the only major changelog tool that includes AI-powered changelog generation, rewriting, and categorization in all paid plans. Other tools either don't offer AI features (Canny, Headway) or charge extra for them. ReleaseGlow's AI credits are included: 200/mo on Starter, 1,000/mo on Pro, and 5,000/mo on Enterprise.