Azure Cache for Redis Pricing (2026)
Updated Apr 6, 2026AzureDatabase
Managed in-memory caching services deliver sub-millisecond data access for applications. Redis and Memcached compatible, they accelerate database queries, session stores, and real-time analytics. Starting from $0.0156/hr ($11.39/mo) for Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E1_Internal - E1 Internal Cache.
Key Features
- ✓Sub-millisecond read/write latency
- ✓Redis and Memcached compatibility
- ✓Automatic failover and replication
- ✓Cluster mode for horizontal scaling
- ✓Encryption at rest and in transit
Common Use Cases
Database Caching
Cache frequent database queries to reduce load and improve response times by 10-100x.
Session Storage
Store user sessions in-memory for fast, reliable access across application servers.
Real-Time Leaderboards
Use Redis sorted sets for real-time rankings and counting in gaming and social apps.
On-Demand Pricing
Pay-as-you-go pricing with no upfront commitment. You are billed per hour of usage and can start or stop at any time. Hourly rates start at $0.0156/hr ($11.39/mo) for Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E1_Internal - E1 Internal Cache.
| Instance | vCPU | Memory | Price/hr | Price/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_Flash_F700 - F700 Cache | 700 | 2800 GB | $4.0110 | $2,928.03 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C1_Cache - C1 Cache | 1 | 4 GB | $0.1380 | $100.74 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X700 - X700 Cache Instance | 700 | 2800 GB | $23.3140 | $17,019.22 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_Flash_F300 - F300 Cache | 300 | 1200 GB | $2.0060 | $1,464.38 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Basic_C3_Cache - C3 Cache | 3 | 12 GB | $0.1800 | $131.40 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A700 - A700 Cache Instance | 700 | 2800 GB | $4.6800 | $3,416.40 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E20 - E20 Cache | 20 | 80 GB | $0.9600 | $700.80 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P2_Cache - P2 Cache Instance | 2 | 8 GB | $0.5550 | $405.15 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B10 - B10 Cache Instance | 10 | 40 GB | $0.3150 | $229.95 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X100 - X100 Cache Instance | 100 | 400 GB | $4.6630 | $3,403.99 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E50 - E50 Cache | 50 | 200 GB | $1.8850 | $1,376.05 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M700 - M700 Cache Instance | 700 | 2800 GB | $10.3680 | $7,568.64 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P2_Cache - P2 Cache | 2 | 8 GB | $1.1100 | $810.30 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A4500 - A4500 Cache Instance | 4500 | 18000 GB | $24.9540 | $18,216.42 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B0 - B0 Cache Instance | - | - | $0.0160 | $11.68 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P1_Cache - P1 Cache | 1 | 4 GB | $0.5550 | $405.15 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M10 - M10 Cache Instance | 10 | 40 GB | $0.2160 | $157.68 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B20 - B20 Cache Instance | 20 | 80 GB | $0.6290 | $459.17 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M100 - M100 Cache Instance | 100 | 400 GB | $1.7240 | $1,258.52 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Basic_C2_Cache - C2 Cache | 2 | 8 GB | $0.0900 | $65.70 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M1500 - M1500 Cache Instance | 1500 | 6000 GB | $20.7360 | $15,137.28 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C3_Cache - C3 Cache Instance | 3 | 12 GB | $0.2250 | $164.25 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Basic_C0_Cache - C0 Cache | - | - | $0.0220 | $16.06 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X3 - X3 Cache Instance | 3 | 12 GB | $0.2190 | $159.87 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M350 - M350 Cache Instance | 350 | 1400 GB | $5.1840 | $3,784.32 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P1_Cache - P1 Cache Instance | 1 | 4 GB | $0.2770 | $202.21 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A500 - A500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $3.1200 | $2,277.60 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M2000 - M2000 Cache Instance | 2000 | 8000 GB | $27.6480 | $20,183.04 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_Flash_F1500 - F1500 Cache | 1500 | 6000 GB | $8.0230 | $5,856.79 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C6_Cache - C6 Cache Instance | 6 | 24 GB | $1.0500 | $766.50 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E200 - E200 Cache | 200 | 800 GB | $7.5380 | $5,502.74 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M1000 - M1000 Cache Instance | 1000 | 4000 GB | $13.8240 | $10,091.52 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X500 - X500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $18.6510 | $13,615.23 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X350 - X350 Cache Instance | 350 | 1400 GB | $13.9890 | $10,211.97 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E400 - E400 Cache | 400 | 1600 GB | $15.0760 | $11,005.48 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P3_Cache - P3 Cache Instance | 3 | 12 GB | $1.1090 | $809.57 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B500 - B500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $9.9840 | $7,288.32 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X50 - X50 Cache Instance | 50 | 200 GB | $2.3310 | $1,701.63 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B250 - B250 Cache Instance | 250 | 1000 GB | $5.0400 | $3,679.20 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X1 - X1 Cache Instance | 1 | 4 GB | $0.1460 | $106.58 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C1_Cache - C1 Cache Instance | 1 | 4 GB | $0.0690 | $50.37 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X5 - X5 Cache Instance | 5 | 20 GB | $0.2910 | $212.43 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M20 - M20 Cache Instance | 20 | 80 GB | $0.4310 | $314.63 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B100 - B100 Cache Instance | 100 | 400 GB | $2.4960 | $1,822.08 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A2000 - A2000 Cache Instance | 2000 | 8000 GB | $12.4770 | $9,108.21 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P4_Cache - P4 Cache Instance | 4 | 16 GB | $2.2200 | $1,620.60 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A250 - A250 Cache Instance | 250 | 1000 GB | $1.5600 | $1,138.80 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P3_Cache - P3 Cache | 3 | 12 GB | $2.2190 | $1,619.87 |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M500 - M500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $6.9120 | $5,045.76 |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Isolated_I100 - I100 VM | 100 | 400 GB | $20.2600 | $14,789.80 |
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Reserved Instance & Savings Plans Pricing
Commit to 1 or 3 years for lower hourly rates.
| Instance | vCPU | Memory | Price/hr | Price/mo | 1yr RI/hr | 3yr RI/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_Flash_F700 - F700 Cache | 700 | 2800 GB | $4.0110 | $2,928.03 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C1_Cache - C1 Cache | 1 | 4 GB | $0.1380 | $100.74 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X700 - X700 Cache Instance | 700 | 2800 GB | $23.3140 | $17,019.22 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_Flash_F300 - F300 Cache | 300 | 1200 GB | $2.0060 | $1,464.38 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Basic_C3_Cache - C3 Cache | 3 | 12 GB | $0.1800 | $131.40 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A700 - A700 Cache Instance | 700 | 2800 GB | $4.6800 | $3,416.40 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E20 - E20 Cache | 20 | 80 GB | $0.9600 | $700.80 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P2_Cache - P2 Cache Instance | 2 | 8 GB | $0.5550 | $405.15 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B10 - B10 Cache Instance | 10 | 40 GB | $0.3150 | $229.95 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X100 - X100 Cache Instance | 100 | 400 GB | $4.6630 | $3,403.99 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E50 - E50 Cache | 50 | 200 GB | $1.8850 | $1,376.05 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M700 - M700 Cache Instance | 700 | 2800 GB | $10.3680 | $7,568.64 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P2_Cache - P2 Cache | 2 | 8 GB | $1.1100 | $810.30 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A4500 - A4500 Cache Instance | 4500 | 18000 GB | $24.9540 | $18,216.42 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B0 - B0 Cache Instance | - | - | $0.0160 | $11.68 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P1_Cache - P1 Cache | 1 | 4 GB | $0.5550 | $405.15 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M10 - M10 Cache Instance | 10 | 40 GB | $0.2160 | $157.68 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B20 - B20 Cache Instance | 20 | 80 GB | $0.6290 | $459.17 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M100 - M100 Cache Instance | 100 | 400 GB | $1.7240 | $1,258.52 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Basic_C2_Cache - C2 Cache | 2 | 8 GB | $0.0900 | $65.70 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M1500 - M1500 Cache Instance | 1500 | 6000 GB | $20.7360 | $15,137.28 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C3_Cache - C3 Cache Instance | 3 | 12 GB | $0.2250 | $164.25 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Basic_C0_Cache - C0 Cache | - | - | $0.0220 | $16.06 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X3 - X3 Cache Instance | 3 | 12 GB | $0.2190 | $159.87 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M350 - M350 Cache Instance | 350 | 1400 GB | $5.1840 | $3,784.32 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P1_Cache - P1 Cache Instance | 1 | 4 GB | $0.2770 | $202.21 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A500 - A500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $3.1200 | $2,277.60 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M2000 - M2000 Cache Instance | 2000 | 8000 GB | $27.6480 | $20,183.04 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_Flash_F1500 - F1500 Cache | 1500 | 6000 GB | $8.0230 | $5,856.79 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C6_Cache - C6 Cache Instance | 6 | 24 GB | $1.0500 | $766.50 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E200 - E200 Cache | 200 | 800 GB | $7.5380 | $5,502.74 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M1000 - M1000 Cache Instance | 1000 | 4000 GB | $13.8240 | $10,091.52 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X500 - X500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $18.6510 | $13,615.23 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X350 - X350 Cache Instance | 350 | 1400 GB | $13.9890 | $10,211.97 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E400 - E400 Cache | 400 | 1600 GB | $15.0760 | $11,005.48 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P3_Cache - P3 Cache Instance | 3 | 12 GB | $1.1090 | $809.57 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B500 - B500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $9.9840 | $7,288.32 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X50 - X50 Cache Instance | 50 | 200 GB | $2.3310 | $1,701.63 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B250 - B250 Cache Instance | 250 | 1000 GB | $5.0400 | $3,679.20 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X1 - X1 Cache Instance | 1 | 4 GB | $0.1460 | $106.58 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Standard_C1_Cache - C1 Cache Instance | 1 | 4 GB | $0.0690 | $50.37 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X5 - X5 Cache Instance | 5 | 20 GB | $0.2910 | $212.43 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M20 - M20 Cache Instance | 20 | 80 GB | $0.4310 | $314.63 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Balanced_B100 - B100 Cache Instance | 100 | 400 GB | $2.4960 | $1,822.08 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A2000 - A2000 Cache Instance | 2000 | 8000 GB | $12.4770 | $9,108.21 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P4_Cache - P4 Cache Instance | 4 | 16 GB | $2.2200 | $1,620.60 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Flash_Optimized_A250 - A250 Cache Instance | 250 | 1000 GB | $1.5600 | $1,138.80 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Premium_P3_Cache - P3 Cache | 3 | 12 GB | $2.2190 | $1,619.87 | - | - |
| Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M500 - M500 Cache Instance | 500 | 2000 GB | $6.9120 | $5,045.76 | - | - |
| Azure_Redis_Cache_Isolated_I100 - I100 VM | 100 | 400 GB | $20.2600 | $14,789.80 | - | - |
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How Cache for Redis Pricing Works
On-Demand
Pay per hour with no long-term commitment. Ideal for variable workloads and development environments.
Reserved / Committed Use
Commit to 1 or 3 years for significant discounts.
Spot / Preemptible
Use spare capacity at steep discounts. Best for fault-tolerant, batch, and stateless workloads.
Monthly Cost Examples
Small Workload
Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E1_Internal - E1 Internal Cache
1 vCPU, 4 GB RAM
$11.39/mo
Medium Workload
Azure_Managed_Redis_Compute_Optimized_X5 - X5 Cache Instance
5 vCPU, 20 GB RAM
$212.43/mo
Large Workload
Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M2000 - M2000 Cache Instance
2000 vCPU, 8000 GB RAM
$20,183.04/mo
Azure Cache for Redis Free Tier
AzureC0 Basic12 Months Free
Free limit: 250 MB, 750 hrs/mo. Available for the first 12 months after account creation, then standard on-demand pricing applies.
Free Tier Comparison
| Provider | Service | Free Offering | Duration | Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure | Cache for Redis | C0 Basic | 12 months | 250 MB, 750 hrs/mo |
| AWS | ElastiCache | cache.t2.micro / t3.micro | 12 months | 750 hrs/mo |
| GCP | Memorystore | None | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Cache for Redis?
Azure Cache for Redis is a cloud service offered by Microsoft Azure. It provides various configurations (82 pricing tiers available) with pay-as-you-go and committed-use pricing options.
How much does Azure Cache for Redis cost per month?
Prices range from $11.39/month for Azure_Redis_Cache_Enterprise_E1_Internal - E1 Internal Cache to $20,183.04/month for Azure_Managed_Redis_Memory_Optimized_M2000 - M2000 Cache Instance on On-Demand pricing in eastus.
Does Azure Cache for Redis have a free tier?
Azure offers various free tier options. Check the official Azure pricing page for the most current free tier details for Cache for Redis.
How many Azure Cache for Redis pricing tiers are available?
There are 82 pricing tiers available for Azure Cache for Redis. These range from entry-level configurations to high-performance options for enterprise workloads.
What pricing models does Azure Cache for Redis offer?
Azure Cache for Redis offers On-Demand (pay-per-hour, no commitment), Reserved/Committed Use (1-3 year commitments for significant discounts), and in some cases Spot/Preemptible pricing for interruptible workloads at the lowest cost.
Is a managed database worth the extra cost over self-hosted?
Managed databases cost 20-40% more than running your own on a VM, but include automated backups, patching, failover, and monitoring. For most teams the operational savings outweigh the price premium. Self-hosting makes sense only when you need custom configurations or have dedicated DBA expertise.
What is included in managed database hourly pricing?
Hourly pricing covers the compute instance, OS license, and database engine. Storage, backups, and data transfer are billed separately. Some providers bundle a limited amount of backup storage. Always check for I/O costs, which can be significant for write-heavy workloads.
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