Build vs. Buy Calculator

Undiscounted constant-cost comparison. Feature differences, opportunity cost and residual values apply only if included in inputs.

Undiscounted constant-cost comparison. Feature differences, opportunity cost and residual values apply only if included in inputs.

Your workbenchInputs are not stored

Result

Enter your values and run the tool to see your result.

How to use this tool

Check the units, enter your values, and run the tool. Results follow the assumptions and method below.

Calculation method

In-house total costbuild+maintenance*years
Purchased total costsetup+subscription*years
In-house minus purchasedbuild+maintenance*years-setup-subscription*years

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