LiveKit Agents
Open-source framework$0.01/min agent session + models + telephony (vendor example ≈ $0.048/min)
Developers wanting open source with an optional managed cloud
Pipecat pricing, features & alternatives
Open-source framework developer
TL;DR
As of 2026-10-17, Pipecat pricing: Free, open source Free tier: Free / open source. Best for: engineers building custom agents.
Last verified: by the Voice Agent Scout editorial team. Our own test calls: not run yet.
What it does
Widely used open-source Python framework for voice and multimodal agents, maintained by Daily.
Pipecat pricing (verified 2026-10-17)
| Plan | Price | Included | Overage / extra | Source | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Published pricing | Free, open source | — | — | [1] |
Per-minute price: not public. Free tier: Free / open source.
Who it's for, and who it isn't
- For: Engineers building custom agents.
- Not ideal for: Teams without a developer: you assemble the agent through APIs and configuration.
Key features
Pluggable STT/LLM/TTS; Pipecat Flows; Smart Turn [1]
Note: Pricing confirmed from vendor pricing page on 2026-10-17.
Compliance and telephony
- Compliance stated by the vendor: not stated on the pages checked.
- Phone numbers: not stated on the pages checked.
Our test notes
Not tested yet. We haven't placed test calls with Pipecat, so we make no claims about latency or call quality. See the methodology.
FAQ
How much does Pipecat cost?
As of 2026-10-17: Free, open source
Does Pipecat have a free plan or trial?
Yes. Free / open source (checked 2026-10-17).
What is Pipecat's per-minute price?
Pipecat doesn't publish a per-minute price (not public).
Is Pipecat HIPAA compliant?
The pages we checked don't mention HIPAA or other compliance. That doesn't mean Pipecat isn't compliant, so ask them for a BAA if you need one.