Subscription Cost
Calculator
See how much you spend on software subscriptions every year and discover one-time or open-source alternatives.
Why Switch to One-Time Purchase?
Save money
Pay once instead of forever. Most alternatives pay for themselves in 2–6 months.
Own your data
No cloud dependency. Your files stay on your device, not on someone else's server.
No price hikes
Subscription prices increase every year. One-time purchases don't.
Most Expensive Subscriptions
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the subscription cost calculator work?
Select the software subscriptions you currently pay for from our list of 50+ popular tools. The calculator totals your monthly and yearly spend, then shows one-time purchase alternatives that could save you money long-term.
How accurate are the subscription prices?
We check pricing data weekly and update our database when changes occur. Prices shown are standard retail prices for individual plans — team or enterprise plans may differ. Each tool page shows when it was last verified.
What counts as a subscription?
Any software you pay for on a recurring basis — monthly or annually. This includes cloud services, SaaS tools, app subscriptions, and premium tiers of freemium products. One-time purchases and free open-source tools are not subscriptions.
How much can I realistically save?
Most users save $300–$800/year by switching to one-time purchase or free alternatives. Over 3 years, savings often exceed $2,000. The exact amount depends on which tools you use and which alternatives you choose.
Are one-time purchases really forever?
Yes. When you buy software with a one-time payment, you own that version forever. You may choose to pay for major upgrades later, but your current version keeps working. No subscription, no recurring charges, no sudden price increases.
What about cloud features that require a subscription?
Some subscription tools include cloud sync, collaboration, and online storage. Many one-time purchase alternatives offer local storage, self-hosted sync, or integrate with free cloud services like Dropbox or Google Drive. Check each alternative's features to see what works for you.
Ready to stop overpaying?
Browse our database of one-time purchase and free alternatives to popular subscription software.