What does self-hosting actually save you?

Pick a tool you're paying for, and see the real monthly cost of running the free, self-hosted alternative instead — with current VPS prices, not guesses.

Which tool are you paying for? How many people will use it? Server size needed

Paid plan

$0/mo

Self-hosted

$0/mo

estimated savings

VPS options at this size

VPS prices were checked in September 2026 and change often — confirm current pricing on each provider's site before deciding. This calculator only accounts for server cost, not your own time spent setting up and maintaining a self-hosted tool, which is real but harder to put a number on. SaaS prices are approximate starting prices and may not reflect your actual plan or seat count.