Kagi Pricing: Plans, Costs, and Subscription Details
Kagi pricing starts with a 100-search trial and then offers three individual paid tiers: Starter at $5 per month plus tax, Professional at $10 per month plus tax, and Ultimate at $25 per month plus tax. Starter has a monthly search allowance, while Professional and Ultimate include unlimited search. The higher tier also expands access to premium AI features. Kagi’s pricing page is the best place to confirm live prices, taxes, annual rates, and plan limits before subscribing.
Plans and monthly costs
| Plan | Published monthly price | Search access | Assistant access | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trial | $0 | 100 searches | 100 interactions | Testing search quality and workflow |
| Starter | $5 plus tax | 300 searches per month | Quick mode with a monthly allowance | Occasional users with predictable search volume |
| Professional | $10 plus tax | Unlimited searches | Quick mode with a larger allowance | Frequent search users |
| Ultimate | $25 plus tax | Unlimited searches | Research mode and premium AI models | Heavy researchers and AI-intensive users |
How the trial and usage limits work
The trial is a limited allowance rather than an open-ended free plan. You receive a fixed number of searches and Assistant interactions, so use it on queries that reflect your usual needs. For example, a developer could test documentation searches, while a student could test source discovery for several assignments.
Starter’s allowance needs more attention than the unlimited tiers. Kagi provides a way to review current search usage, which helps you decide whether the plan fits your pattern.
What you get beyond basic search
Search and Assistant
Kagi emphasizes private, ad-free search. Assistant modes, interactions, and models vary by tier; Ultimate includes Research mode and premium models. Check sources in AI-generated answers.
Unused-month credit
Kagi describes full account credit for an unused paid month, applied to a later cycle under its terms. Nonuse means no searches and no AI interactions in the period.
Kagi compared with free search options
The clearest difference is the payment model. Kagi asks users to pay directly for search and AI access, while Google and Bing offer search access without a monthly subscription charge. That creates a practical trade-off: Kagi has an upfront cost, while free search options have no subscription line item.
| Decision factor | Kagi | Google or Bing |
|---|---|---|
| Direct monthly cost | Trial or paid subscription tiers | No paid search subscription required |
| Search allowance | Varies by plan; unlimited on higher tiers | No user-facing monthly search quota in normal use |
| Ads in search experience | Kagi describes its results as ad-free | Ads may appear in standard search results |
| AI access | Included allowances vary by Kagi plan | AI features and availability can vary by product and region |
| Best comparison method | Test relevance against your real queries | Use as a no-cost baseline |
Avoid assuming that a paid search engine will always produce better results. Search quality depends on the query, your preferences, and the sources available on the web. Run the same set of real searches across services before committing to a recurring charge.
Billing, changes, and cancellation
Manage billing
Use the billing portal for payment details, invoices, and monthly or annual billing changes.
Cancel renewal
Open Billing → Manage Billing, complete cancellation, and check the final status and renewal date.
Access and refunds
Kagi documents paid-period access and requests for prorated refunds. Check the current terms and account prompts for the applicable outcome.
Account credits
PayPal and OpenNode add credits rather than create a normal recurring subscription. Check the payment model before choosing a method.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change from monthly to annual billing?
Yes. Kagi says users can switch between monthly and annual billing through the billing portal’s plan update option. Confirm the new billing terms, renewal timing, and any annual discount before submitting the change.
How do I cancel a Kagi subscription?
Go to your account’s Billing settings and choose Manage Billing. Complete cancellation through the billing portal, then check the displayed end date and confirmation details. Keep any confirmation email or invoice for your records.
Sources
Official provider pages for the plans, billing terms, and account actions discussed in this guide. Confirm the terms shown in your own account before making changes.
| Source | Status |
|---|---|
| Kagi Search Pricing and Plans - Kagi Search | Official source |
| kagi.com | Official source |
| help.kagi.com | Official source |