While prices fluctuate, a "Node-locked" license for an 8-bit architecture might range from $1,500 to $3,000 . In contrast, a license for the ARM architecture can range anywhere from $4,000 to $7,000+ depending on the feature set.
💡 Before buying, always download the 30-day evaluation version or the "Kickstart" edition (which is free but limit-capped by code size) to ensure it fits your workflow. If you'd like more specific numbers, let me know: Which microcontroller are you using? (Arm, RISC-V, etc.) Are you a solo developer or part of a large team ? iar license price