Automation ROI and time-saved calculator
Estimate the ROI of automation by translating time saved into revenue impact. This tool helps founders decide whether automation tools pay off and how quickly they break even.
Time saved in dollars
Convert weekly hours saved into monthly and annual savings.
ROI and payback
See first-year ROI and how many months to recover setup costs.
Automation economics
Compare recurring tool cost with net savings for budgeting.
Enter your automation inputs
Use weekly time savings per person. Costs are monthly unless noted.
Founder tip
Start with conservative time savings. Automation ROI looks best when you can actually enforce new workflows.
Automation ROI snapshot
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Annual time savings
$93,528
Monthly savings: $7,794
First-year ROI
1733.9%
Net first-year gain: $88,428
Payback period
0.2 months
Net monthly savings: $7,494
Annual tool cost
$3,600
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How the automation ROI is calculated
We convert time saved into dollars using an hourly rate, then compare it to software costs. ROI uses first-year net savings after subtracting recurring tool costs and one-time setup.
1. Time saved value
Weekly savings = hours saved x hourly rate x people.
2. Net savings
Monthly savings minus tool cost gives net monthly savings.
3. ROI and payback
ROI compares first-year net savings to total first-year costs.
This automation ROI calculator is a fast planning tool. Validate with real workflow data and adoption rates.
Why time-saved matters
Time saved is the fastest way to quantify automation ROI. It lets you prioritize workflows and decide which automation tools deserve budget now versus later.
Keyword tip
Founders often search for "automation ROI calculator", "time saved calculator", and "workflow automation ROI".
FAQs
How is automation ROI calculated?
We compare annual time savings against annual tool cost plus one-time setup cost. ROI uses the first-year net benefit divided by total first-year cost.
What counts as time saved?
Include hours your team no longer spends on manual workflows. Multiply by the hourly rate to translate time saved into dollars.
Why include payback period?
Payback shows how many months it takes to recover setup cost from monthly net savings.
Is my data stored?
No. All calculations run locally in your browser and nothing is stored on the server.