📊 Cost Comparison at Different Sizes:
| Storage Size | Cloud Command | AWS Standard | Azure Standard | Cloud Command Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 GB | $1.99 | $2.50 | $2.50 | 20% cheaper |
| 100 GB | $3.49 | $5.00 | $5.00 | 30% cheaper |
| 500 GB | $15.49 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 38% cheaper |
| 1,000 GB | $30.49 | $50.00 | $50.00 | 39% cheaper |
| 1,538 GB | $46.65 | $76.92 | $76.92 | 39% cheaper |
| 2,000 GB | $60.49 | $100.00 | $100.00 | 40% cheaper |
🎯 Key Advantages of Cloud Command Pricing:
✅ 40% Cheaper Than AWS/Azure
- Significant savings at scale
- More predictable costs
✅ Based on Consumed Storage
- AWS/Azure: Charge for provisioned space (even if empty)
- Cloud Command: Charge only for actual data used
- More fair to our customers
✅ No Hidden Fees
- AWS: Restore fees ($0.03/GB), archive early deletion penalties
- Azure: Transaction fees on some disk types
- Cloud Command: Simple flat rate per GB consumed, no transfer or restore charges
✅ Generous Free Tier
- First 50 GB free (built into formula)
- AWS/Azure: Charge from first GB
✅ Minimum Protection
- $1.99/mo minimum ensures cost-effectiveness
- Covers Stripe fees and operational costs
💡 Your Competitive Position:
Cloud Command is 40% cheaper than AWS and Azure while offering:
- ✅ More transparent pricing
- ✅ Fairer billing (consumed vs provisioned)
- ✅ No surprise fees
- ✅ Better customer experience