Access 19+ free developer tools resources worth over $289,000 for your startup.
The developer tools category contains 19 programs with a combined value of $289,000, averaging $15,210.526 per program.
Most programs in this category have easy difficulty levels, making them accessible to most early-stage startups.
$50,000 (30M events)
Product analytics platform with session replays, feature flags, and A/B testing capabilities.
Up to $100,000
Observability and security platform for cloud-scale applications with monitoring and analytics.
Up to $60,000
Internal tool builder and custom app development platform with drag-and-drop interface.
6 months free + AI
All-in-one workspace combining docs, wiki, project management, and AI capabilities.
6 months free
Issue tracking and project management tool designed for high-performance teams.
50 seats free
Complete suite including Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Compass for development teams.
Free 1 year (1B events)
Product analytics platform with event tracking, funnel analysis, and cohort reports.
Free 1 year (1.2B events)
Digital analytics platform with behavioral cohorts, experimentation, and session replay.
Free up to 1,000 MAU
Product analytics and user guidance platform with in-app messaging and feedback collection.
50% off all IDEs
Professional development tools including IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, and team collaboration tools.
Free Copilot + $500+ tools
Developer tools and services including GitHub Copilot, cloud credits, and learning resources.
Free tier available
Website heatmaps, session recordings, and user feedback tools for optimization.
Free plan 5,000 sessions
Mobile app analytics with session replays, heatmaps, and user journey analysis.
$5,000+ equivalent
Observability platform with free data ingestion and full platform access for monitoring applications.
Up to $60,000
Internal tool development platform with drag-and-drop interface and enterprise features.
$3,000 credits
Visual programming platform for building web applications without code.
$500 credits
Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, Vault, and security management.
12 months free + 50% off year 2
Complete DevOps platform with AI-powered development and security features.
2 weeks free trial + discounts
Automation platform connecting 6,000+ apps with workflow automation and integrations.
Most applications take 2-4 weeks to process, with easier programs typically faster.
| Program | Value | Difficulty | Processing Time | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PostHog for Startups $50,000 (30M events) | $50,000 | easy | 12 months | 70 |
Datadog for Startups Up to $100,000 | $100,000 | hard | 1 year | 80 |
Retool for Startups Up to $60,000 | $60,000 | hard | 1 year (100% off) | 76 |
Notion for Startups 6 months free + AI | $1,500 | medium | 6 months | 91 |
Linear for Startups 6 months free | $1,500 | medium | 6 months | 97 |
Atlassian for Startups 50 seats free | $1,500 | hard | 1 year | 73 |
Mixpanel for Startups Free 1 year (1B events) | $1,500 | easy | 12 months | 78 |
Amplitude for Startups Free 1 year (1.2B events) | $1,500 | medium | 12 months + ongoing discounts | 86 |
The programs listed here provide over $289,000 in combined value. Most startups can realistically access $50,000-$200,000 in free resources during their first 2 years, significantly reducing operational costs.
Approval rates vary significantly by program difficulty. Easy programs have 80-95% approval rates, medium difficulty programs average 60-80%, and hard-to-get programs typically approve 20-40% of applications. Overall success rate across all programs is 78%.
Yes! Most programs allow you to participate in multiple startup benefit programs. In fact, we recommend applying to several programs to maximize your savings. Just ensure you meet each program's eligibility criteria and maintain compliance with their terms.
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Last updated: 8/18/2025 | Data sources: Provider websites, startup program databases |About our data