While a direct, permanent "free tier" doesn't exist, here are four legitimate ways to experience the official assessment at no cost:

Buy a used copy of StrengthsFinder 2.0 (often $5–10) that still has an unused access code inside. That gives you the full Top 5 report for free with the book’s price. Many people call this “practically free” ($5 for a full assessment + book).

It's also a paid tool—which leaves many wondering: is there a "StrengthsFinder free version" worth using?