Kiro releases new subscription pricing and usage tracking functions, fully improving user autonomy
Kiro officially launched a new subscription pricing plan and launched a real-time usage tracking function at the same time. This update not only responds to the community's call to break through the daily preview limit, but also provides users with more flexible upgrade paths and usage management tools.
1. New subscription pricing plan
- coverage: From now on, accounts that log in with Google, GitHub, or AWS Builder ID and do not have a Q Developer subscription will enter the new Free tier.
- Free file configuration: Includes 50 Vibe requests and 0 spec requests per month.
- Welcome Bonus: All users receive an additional 100 Spec Requests and 100 Vibe Requests for the first 14 days. Rewards are calculated from the first request and are independent of the subscription tier.
- Four-tier pricing:
- Free: $0 / month, 50 Vibe requests, 0 Spec requests
- Pro: $20 / month, 225 Vibe requests, 125 Spec requests
- Pro+: $40 / month, 450 Vibe requests, 250 Spec requests
- Power: $200 / month, 2,250 Vibe requests, 1,250 Spec requests
2. Usage tracking feature highlights
- View the usage progress of Vibe and Spec requests in real time.
- Monitor overage charges (you need to turn on overage billing first).
- Manage subscription statuses, including upgrades, downgrades, billing records, and payment method updates, with changes taking effect immediately.
3. Upgrade Process and Selection Suggestions
- Upgrade steps: Click on your Kiro profile picture → "Upgrade Plan" → select a plan → Fill in the payment information and it will take effect immediately.
- Suggested solution selection:
- Novice users: Select Pro and turn on the excess function to facilitate the exploration of usage habits.
- known usage users: Choose the lowest plan that covers your daily needs and has a buffer.
- Fixed budget users: Select a plan that can cover the peak usage and turn off the overage function.
4. Version updates require
- the new usage dashboard and subscription management features, and you need to upgrade Kiro to v0.2.13 or later.
- To update: Click the settings icon → "Check for updates...".
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can free files be used for a long time?
A: Yes, but the monthly usage is limited, and you need to upgrade or turn on overbilling.
Q: What are the overbilling rules?
A: The fee is based on the actual number of overruns, and the fee can be viewed in the usage tracking panel.
Q: Does upgrading or downgrade affect data?
A: No, the changes will take effect immediately and the data will remain unchanged.
