Plans Overview
Trace offers plans for individual engineers, teams, and enterprises. All plans include the full desktop application — the difference is in AI capabilities and usage limits.| Plan | Price | AI Modes | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Ask only | Unlimited read-only AI Q&A |
| Pro | $29.99/mo | Ask, Agent, Plan | Full AI workflow, multi-layer boards, ERC/DRC agents, manufacturing export |
| Ultra | $99.99/mo | Ask, Agent, Plan | Everything in Pro + priority queue, advanced simulation, component sourcing, multi-board projects |
| Pro Team | Per seat | Ask, Agent, Plan | Pro features + shared workspaces, team collaboration |
| Ultra Team | Per seat | Ask, Agent, Plan | Ultra features + team collaboration |
| On-Demand | One-time | Ask, Agent, Plan | Credit packs, no recurring subscription |
| Enterprise | Custom | All | Private backend, private database, SSO, audit logs, dedicated support, custom SLA |
Visit buildwithtrace.com/pricing for current pricing.
AI Modes by Plan
| Mode | Free | Pro / Ultra | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ask — Read-only Q&A and analysis | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Agent — AI makes direct edits | Not available | Within plan limits | Custom |
| Plan — Multi-step planning with approval | Not available | Within plan limits | Custom |
Monthly Usage Limits
Paid plans have a monthly AI usage allowance based on actual token consumption per request. The allowance resets on each billing cycle.How Usage Works
- Each AI request consumes tokens (input + output) priced at the underlying model rates
- After each request completes, the actual cost is deducted from your monthly allowance
- When your allowance is exhausted, Agent and Plan modes are disabled until the next billing cycle
- Ask mode remains available regardless of usage status
Approaching-Limit Warnings
Trace shows banner warnings as you approach your usage limit:- 80% used — Informational warning suggesting you pace remaining usage
- 95% used — Urgent warning that your allowance is nearly exhausted
First-Month Bonus
New subscribers receive double their monthly usage allowance for the first 30 days. This bonus gives you room to explore Trace’s full capabilities without worrying about running out.On-Demand Credits
If you don’t want a recurring subscription, On-Demand credit packs let you pay as you go:| Pack | Price | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $20 | $20 |
| Plus | $40 | $40 |
Managing Your Subscription
Upgrade or Downgrade
Change your plan from the billing section of your Trace dashboard. Upgrades take effect immediately. Downgrades take effect at the end of your current billing period.Billing Portal
Click Manage Subscription in your dashboard to access the Stripe billing portal where you can:- View and download invoices
- Update your payment method
- Change your billing address
- Cancel your subscription
Cancel
Canceling your subscription stops future charges. You retain access to paid features until the end of your current billing period. After that, your account reverts to the Free plan. Your designs and project files are never affected — they stay on your local machine in standard KiCad format.Account Deletion
You can delete your Trace account from your dashboard settings. Account deletion is a soft-delete:- Your profile is marked as deleted and login is blocked
- Active subscriptions are not automatically canceled — cancel via Stripe first
- Your local design files are not affected (they’re on your machine)
- Conversation history and cloud-synced versions are retained for 30 days before permanent deletion