This tool will help you estimate the cost of your unique snowflake design based on your specifications.
How to Use the Snowflake Pricing Calculator
This calculator helps you estimate the cost of using Snowflake based on your projected usage. Here’s how to use it:
- Compute Hours: Enter the total number of compute hours you expect to use.
- Storage (TB): Enter the total amount of storage in terabytes.
- Data Transfer (TB): Enter the total amount of data transfer in terabytes.
- Number of Users: Enter the number of users who will be accessing the Snowflake account.
- Region: Select the region where your Snowflake instance is hosted.
Click the Calculate button to get an estimate of your monthly cost.
How It Calculates the Results
The calculator uses the following pricing model:
- Compute Hours: $2 per hour.
- Storage: $40 per terabyte per month.
- Data Transfer: $10 per terabyte.
- Users: $30 per user per month.
The total cost is calculated as (Compute Hours * $2) + (Storage TB * $40) + (Data Transfer TB * $10) + (Number of Users * $30).
Limitations
This calculator provides an estimate based on the inputs provided. Actual costs may vary depending on additional factors such as:
- Promotional discounts or credits offered by Snowflake.
- Specific service agreements or contracts.
- Additional features and services used that are not accounted for in this calculator.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Calculate Cost Based on Snowflake Edition
Users can select the type of Snowflake edition they are interested in, such as Standard, Enterprise, or Business Critical. The calculator will then dynamically adjust the pricing based on the chosen edition, displaying the estimated cost for that particular plan.
Estimate Storage Costs
By inputting the amount of data storage required in terabytes, users can quickly estimate the monthly cost associated with storing their data on Snowflake. The calculator will provide a breakdown of storage costs based on the entered value.
Compute Compute Costs
Users can specify the level of computing power needed for processing their queries and workloads. The calculator will generate an estimate of the monthly compute costs based on the selected compute size (e.g., X-Small, Small, Medium, Large).
Factor in Data Transfer Costs
For organizations looking to transfer data in and out of Snowflake, users can input the estimated amount of data transfer in gigabytes. The calculator will include these data transfer costs in the overall pricing estimate, helping users plan their budget accordingly.
Include Query Costs
Based on the anticipated number of queries to be run each month, users can determine the cost associated with query execution. The calculator will break down the query costs, providing insights into the financial impact of running queries on Snowflake.
Account for Additional Services
If users require additional services such as Snowpipe for real-time data loading or Snowflake Secure Data Sharing for collaborative analytics, the calculator can incorporate the costs of these services into the final pricing estimate.
Compare Pricing Tiers
Users can explore different pricing tiers offered by Snowflake, such as pay-as-you-go or pre-purchased capacity options. The calculator will showcase a side-by-side comparison of the costs associated with each pricing tier, helping users make an informed decision.
Forecast Cost Savings with Snowflake
By inputting their current data analytics costs and volume into the calculator, users can visualize the potential cost savings achievable by switching to Snowflake. The calculator will highlight the cost differentials, showcasing the financial benefits of leveraging Snowflake.
Customize Pricing for Enterprise Solutions
For enterprise clients with specific needs, the calculator allows for custom pricing configurations based on unique requirements. Users can tailor the calculations to reflect their enterprise setup accurately, ensuring a more precise pricing estimate.
Get Transparent Cost Breakdowns
Users can view a transparent breakdown of costs, including storage, compute, data transfer, and any additional services selected. The calculator offers a detailed overview of how the total pricing is calculated, fostering trust and clarity in the pricing process.