Software Development Cost Calculator

The Software Development Cost Calculator lets users describe a software project in plain language and receive an AI-generated estimate in minutes. The page states the AI breaks down development costs by feature, technology, and phase, and it supports adjusting hourly rates, uploading files such as wireframes, docs, or images, comparing scenarios such as MVP versus full feature set, and answering AI follow-up clarification questions. The page lists supported technologies including React, Vue.js, Angular, Node.js, Python, Django, and others, and shows typical project cost ranges for basic websites, mobile app MVPs, web applications, and enterprise software. The page states it is free and requires no signup.

Key features

• AI-powered project cost estimates from plain-language descriptions
• Breakdown of costs by feature, technology, and phase
• Detailed breakdowns of hours by category such as frontend, backend, and testing
• Custom hourly rate adjustment based on team or region
• File upload for wireframes, docs, or images
• Clarification questions from the AI to improve estimate accuracy
• Scenario comparison, such as MVP versus full feature set
• Support for estimates across listed technologies and platforms

Best suited for

• Startup founders planning MVP budgets
• Product managers creating roadmap estimates
• Business owners understanding software investment
• Freelancers scoping projects and quoting clients
• Agencies preparing preliminary proposal estimates
• Entrepreneurs validating ideas with cost projections

Pricing

Free; no signup required, according to the page. Paid tiers are not stated.