SaaS ROI Calculator
Estimate software ROI from subscription cost, employee time saved, and hourly labor cost.
Your SaaS investment
Estimated return
Time value = Hours saved × Hourly cost × Productivity realized
How to use this SaaS ROI Calculator
Enter the monthly software subscription cost, the total hours saved each month, and the hourly cost of the employees whose time is saved. MustTrend converts the recovered time into an estimated financial value and compares that value with the SaaS investment.
What does SaaS ROI mean?
SaaS ROI measures the financial return generated by software relative to its cost. A positive result means the estimated monthly value created by the software exceeds the monthly subscription expense.
How is payback period calculated?
The payback estimate uses the one-time setup cost plus the first monthly subscription payment and compares that investment with the recurring monthly net benefit. If recurring savings do not exceed the subscription cost, the calculator reports no payback.
Frequently asked questions
Should employee time saved count as cash savings?
Only when the recovered time creates real economic value, such as additional productive work or avoided hiring. Use the Productivity Realized field to make the estimate more conservative.
What hourly employee cost should I enter?
You can use wage alone for a simple estimate, or a fully loaded labor cost including benefits and payroll costs for a broader business estimate.
Are setup and training costs included?
Yes. One-time setup costs are included in the first-year ROI and payback calculation.