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AWS pricing documentation includes a free tier allotment for state transitions each month.
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AWS Step Functions
● Identity checkedInfrastructure · Vendor site 2026-10-04
AWS Step Functions is a serverless workflow orchestration service that coordinates AWS Lambda, containers, and other services into state machines. Teams use it to build and update multi-step applications with visual workflows and built-in error handling.
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- Free access
- AWS pricing documentation includes a free tier allotment for state transitions each month.
- API access
- AWS provides APIs and SDKs to create, update, and execute state machines and activities.
Is AWS Step Functions right for you?
A good fit for
Cloud engineers automating multi-service processes such as ETL, approvals, or microservice choreography on AWS.
Before you choose
Charges depend on state transitions and workflow duration rather than named monthly subscription tiers.
Serverless workflow engine
AWS Step Functions chains AWS compute and integration services into durable workflows with visual design and pay-per-transition billing.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchestration | Homepage describes orchestrating multiple AWS services into serverless workflows. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Delivery speed | Marketing copy highlights building and updating applications quickly with managed state machines. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
AWS Step Functions pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is AWS Step Functions used for?
AWS Step Functions is a serverless workflow orchestration service that coordinates AWS Lambda, containers, and other services into state machines. Teams use it to build and update multi-step applications with visual workflows and built-in error handling.
Does AWS Step Functions have a free plan?
AWS pricing documentation includes a free tier allotment for state transitions each month.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does AWS Step Functions cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use AWS Step Functions through an API?
AWS provides APIs and SDKs to create, update, and execute state machines and activities.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Charges depend on state transitions and workflow duration rather than named monthly subscription tiers.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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