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Hours saved/month
43 hrs
Money saved/month
$2.2k
Payback period
1 month
12-month net ROI
2087%
Year 1 — Cost vs. Savings
12-Month Net Value
+$24.8k
Most AI ROI calculations fail because they only count the easy wins — hours saved on the primary task — and ignore the implementation overhead, change management time, and integration maintenance that every AI tool requires.
A realistic AI ROI calculation should account for: (1) time saved on the target task, (2) minus the time cost of setup and maintenance, (3) minus the change management burden of training your team, (4) and then compared against the true total cost of ownership — not just the headline subscription price.
The automation rate is the most important variable in this calculator, and it's the one most commonly overestimated. Vendors typically quote their best-case automation rate for ideal conditions. Realistic rates for most teams:
Use this calculator to set realistic expectations — then read our honest buying guide before signing any contract.
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