Freelancer tool cost calculator
Five subscriptions at 10 € each sound harmless but add up to 600 € a year. Enter your tools to see the yearly cost and what annual plans would save.
Starting values are examples, not current prices. Enter your real plans.
Your tool costs per year
€492
- paying monthly
- €492
- with annual plans
- €396
- Saving with annual plans
- €96
- active tools
- 4
Estimates only · not financial advice
Compare tools by yearly cost: accountingWorked example with the starting values
- Active: accounting €12, time tracking €9, project management €10, cloud storage €10 = €41 per month (CRM is switched off).
- Paid monthly: €41 × 12 = €492 per year.
- Annual plans: (€10 + €7 + €8 + €8) × 12 = €396 per year, so €96 less.
- Per billable hour (about 1,113 hours with the hourly rate calculator's starting values): €492 ÷ 1,113 ≈ €0.44.
- Starting values are examples, not current prices. Enter your real plans.
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Tool cost FAQ
Which tools do freelancers really need?
Usually four areas: invoicing/accounting, time tracking, client management (CRM) and projects. Many start on free plans and pay once a tool saves time every day.
Is an annual plan worth it?
If you will use a tool for 12 months, annual plans often save 15 to 20%. Test new tools monthly first, since annual plans usually can't be cancelled early.
What does freelance software cost per year?
With the starting values (4 active tools) it is about 490 € a year paying monthly. Enter your real plans to see your own number.
How can I save on subscriptions?
Drop duplicate features, check the price after promos end and compare plans once a year.