# OpenMeter: Free Open Source Alternative to Billsby, Chargebee, Orb

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/openmeter
Last updated: 2026-11-07

OpenMeter (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Billsby, Chargebee, Orb, Recurly. Open source billing platform that turns events into revenue with real-time metering, usage limits, and flexible pricing. Integrates with Stripe, CRMs, and payment providers.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: OpenMeter
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://openmeter.io
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/openmeterio/openmeter
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 2.4k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/openmeterio/openmeter or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (5)
Replacing these paid tools with OpenMeter saves up to $175/mo ($2,100/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Billsby](https://caniforkit.com/billsby) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Billsby vs OpenMeter](https://caniforkit.com/vs/billsby-vs-openmeter) |
| [Chargebee](https://caniforkit.com/chargebee) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Chargebee vs OpenMeter](https://caniforkit.com/vs/chargebee-vs-openmeter) |
| [Orb](https://caniforkit.com/orb) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Orb vs OpenMeter](https://caniforkit.com/vs/orb-vs-openmeter) |
| [Recurly](https://caniforkit.com/recurly) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Recurly vs OpenMeter](https://caniforkit.com/vs/recurly-vs-openmeter) |
| [Zuora](https://caniforkit.com/zuora) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Zuora vs OpenMeter](https://caniforkit.com/vs/zuora-vs-openmeter) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is OpenMeter free and open source?
OpenMeter is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Open source billing platform that turns events into revenue with real-time metering, usage limits, and flexible pricing. Integrates with Stripe, CRMs, and payment providers.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using OpenMeter?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Related

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- [Homepage](https://caniforkit.com)