What is Azure Pricing Calculator?
The Microsoft Azure Pricing Calculator is a free, web-based tool that enables users to estimate monthly costs for Azure cloud services before deployment. By selecting specific services, regions, usage tiers, and configurations—such as virtual machines, storage, databases, or AI workloads—the calculator generates detailed cost breakdowns, including pay-as-you-go rates, reserved instances, and potential savings from Azure Hybrid Benefit or spot pricing. It supports scenario modeling, exportable reports, and integration with Azure’s cost management features, helping individuals, developers, and enterprises plan budgets accurately without upfront commitments.
Ideal for both beginners and IT professionals, the calculator promotes transparency in Azure’s consumption-based pricing model and encourages cost optimization through real-time adjustments. Users can compare regional pricing, apply custom discounts, and share estimates with teams, making it an essential resource for cloud financial planning and avoiding bill surprises.