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Paid plans start at $17.50/mo.
Claris FileMaker starts at $17.50 per user per month for FileMaker Server - Starter, according to the published pricing details. That rate is billed annually, and the listed Server plans start at five users. Cloud plans start at $22 per user per month, also billed annually. There’s no free plan; Cloud has a 14-day trial, while Server and Pro have 45-day trials. FileMaker Pro Single License costs $625 once and does not include server hosting.
01Every plan, line by line
| Plan | Billed annually | Billed monthly | Built for |
|---|---|---|---|
| FileMaker Cloud - Starter | $22 | — | Small teams needing cloud hosting |
| FileMaker Cloud - Max | $45 | — | Larger teams needing cloud hosting |
| FileMaker Server - Starter | $17.50 | — | Teams hosting on-premise |
| FileMaker Server - Max | $22 | — | Teams needing more integrations |
| FileMaker Pro Single License | — | Quote | One user who does not share data |
Add-ons and overages
- Server Remote Backup: $120/year, including 5 GB storage
- Additional Remote Backup storage: $120/year per 100 GB
- Cloud Max storage and compute upgrades available; contact sales
- Other overage costs and upgrade fees not published
What a team pays per month
| Plan | 1 seat | 5 seats | 10 seats | 25 seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FileMaker Cloud - Starter | $22 | $110 | $220 | $550 |
| FileMaker Cloud - Max | $45 | $225 | $450 | $1,125 |
| FileMaker Server - Starter | $17.50 | $87.50 | $175 | $437.50 |
| FileMaker Server - Max | $22 | $110 | $220 | $550 |
02What the plan grid doesn't tell you
Five-user minimum
The listed Cloud and Server subscriptions start at five users. At the $17.50 Server Starter rate, that is $87.50 per month equivalent, billed annually.
Annual billing only
Subscription prices are per user per month, but monthly subscription billing is unavailable. Budget for annual payment rather than a month-to-month plan.
Backup storage
Server Remote Backup costs $120 per year with 5 GB included. Additional storage costs $120 per year per 100 GB.
Unpublished overages
Other overage costs and upgrade fees are not published. Cloud Max storage and compute upgrades require contacting sales.
03Which plan should you buy?
| If you are… | Get | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Small teams wanting cloud hosting | FileMaker Cloud - Starter | Costs $22 per user per month, billed annually, for 5–10 users and up to 3 hosted apps. |
| Larger teams needing cloud hosting | FileMaker Cloud - Max | Supports 5–99 users, up to 256 hosted apps and 50 active Claris Connect flows; contact sales for 100+ users. |
| Teams hosting on-premise | FileMaker Server - Starter | Starts at $17.50 per user per month, billed annually, and includes Pro, Go, WebDirect and Claris Connect. |
04Is Claris FileMaker worth the money?
FileMaker is worth considering if your team needs custom business apps and wants to connect workflows such as CRM, project management or invoicing. The pricing details don’t establish how it compares with other platforms on total cost, so don’t treat the entry price as the full bill: subscriptions start at five users, are billed annually, and some upgrade fees are unpublished. The $625 Pro license is for one user and has no server hosting.
Claris FileMaker pricing FAQ
Does FileMaker Pro still exist?
Yes. The published pricing details list FileMaker Pro Single License at $625 as a one-time perpetual license for one individual user. It is intended for someone who does not share data, and the listing says it does not include server hosting.
How much is a FileMaker?
The listed subscription starting price is $17.50 per user per month for FileMaker Server - Starter, billed annually. Cloud starts at $22 per user per month. FileMaker Pro Single License is a one-time $625 purchase. The subscriptions listed start at five users.
What is the most recent version of FileMaker Server?
The published pricing details do not identify the latest FileMaker Server version, so we can’t confirm the current release from this information. Check Claris’ current product documentation or release information before buying if a specific version or compatibility requirement matters.
Is FileMaker Server free?
No free plan is listed in the published pricing details. FileMaker Server - Starter is priced at $17.50 per user per month, billed annually, and the plan lists a five-user minimum. The details do list a 45-day trial for Server and Pro.