Professional Cost Estimating Platform

Estimate software costs
with precision.

The professional lifecycle cost estimating platform built for cost analysts, program managers, and systems engineers. Parametric CERs, FTE modeling, Monte Carlo simulation, and COA comparison — in one tool.

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Built for
Cost Analysts Program Managers Systems Engineers Defense Contractors Software Consultants Capital Planners
Why Vantage
Cost estimating deserves
a professional tool.

The old way

✕Spreadsheets with no audit trail or methodology documentation
✕Manual Monte Carlo in Excel — error-prone and slow to update
✕No structured WBS — costs lumped into vague line items
✕Comparing alternatives means maintaining multiple disconnected files
✕No parametric CER library — analysts build formulas from scratch
✕Hardware vs. cloud comparison done separately with different assumptions

The Vantage way

✓Per-element methodology: FTE, Analogous, Parametric, or Manual — fully documented
✓Built-in Monte Carlo with Beta, Triangular, Normal, Log-Normal, and Uniform distributions
✓Structured WBS with phase subtotals, grand totals, and live cost rollup
✓COA comparison — build multiple estimates, compare side-by-side with decision scorecard
✓COCOMO II, SLIM, NASA, and DoD CER presets — or define your own
✓Integrated on-premise vs. cloud hardware comparison with break-even analysis
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Four WBS Frameworks
Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, Parametric, and SaaS/Product — switch instantly, keep all your data.
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Monte Carlo Simulation
Up to 10,000 iterations with per-element three-point estimates, five distribution types, and correlation factors.
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Parametric CER Engine
Cost = a × Driver^b with COCOMO II, SLIM, NASA, and DoD presets. Scales automatically with project parameters.
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FTE Labor Modeling
Role-based staffing with experience levels, overhead, escalation, and phase allocation per role.
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Hardware vs. Cloud
19 on-premise components vs. 19 cloud services. Break-even analysis and annual cost overlay.
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License Cost Portfolio
29 pre-loaded commercial products. SaaS, Subscription, Perpetual, and Enterprise Agreement types.
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COA Comparison
Snapshot full estimates as named alternatives and compare with a weighted decision scorecard.
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Live Risk Visualization
Tornado charts, S-curves with confidence bands, cost-at-risk timelines — updating as you type.
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Full Export Suite
CSV, HTML reports, PDF, portfolio CSV, COA export, and JSON project save/load.
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing.

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Monthly Annual SAVE 20%
Analyst
$49/mo
 
For individual cost analysts and independent consultants who need the full toolkit.
✓All four WBS frameworks
✓Unlimited custom WBS elements
✓FTE, Analogous & CER methodologies
✓Monte Carlo simulation (10k runs)
✓Hardware vs. cloud comparison
✓License cost portfolio
✓Full export suite
✓Cloud save (up to 10 projects)
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Team
$149/mo
 
For program offices where multiple analysts collaborate on the same programs.
✓Everything in Analyst
✓Up to 5 seats
✓COA comparison (6 alternatives)
✓Portfolio comparison (6 programs)
✓Portfolio CSV export
✓Unlimited cloud projects
✓Priority email support
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Enterprise
$499/mo
 
For large program offices, defense contractors, and consulting firms needing org-wide access.
✓Everything in Team
✓Unlimited seats
✓SSO / SAML authentication
✓Custom WBS framework templates
✓Custom CER library
✓Dedicated onboarding session
✓Priority support with SLA
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Full Comparison
Everything, side by side.
Feature Trial Analyst Team Enterprise
Core Estimating
WBS Frameworks3444 + custom
Custom WBS Elements3 max∞∞∞
FTE / Analogous / CER Methods✓✓✓✓
Cost Driver Multipliers (RELY, CPLX…)✓✓✓✓
Phase Subtotals & Grand Total✓✓✓✓
Risk & Simulation
Monte Carlo Iterations1,00010,00010,00010,000
Distribution Types3555
Live Tornado & S-Curve Charts✓✓✓✓
Confidence Interval Table✓✓✓✓
Labor, Hardware & Licenses
FTE Labor Staffing Plan✓✓✓✓
Hardware vs. Cloud Comparison✓✓✓✓
License Cost Portfolio✓✓✓✓
Analysis & Collaboration
COA Alternatives1366
Portfolio Programs1366
Seats115Unlimited
Cloud Project Save / Load—10 projectsUnlimitedUnlimited
Export
CSV Export✓✓✓✓
HTML / PDF Report—✓✓✓
Portfolio & COA CSV Export——✓✓
JSON Project Save—✓✓✓
Support & Security
Email Support—✓PrioritySLA
SSO / SAML———✓
Custom CER Library———✓
Dedicated Onboarding———✓
Who Uses Vantage
Built for professionals
who estimate at scale.
Cost Estimating
Cost Analysts & Estimators
Replace fragile Excel models with a structured, auditable estimating environment. Document methodology at the element level with full traceability.
→ Should-cost analysis, independent estimates, basis-of-estimate documentation
Program Execution
Program Managers
Compare acquisition strategies and delivery models with COA analysis. Build the business case with charts ready for stakeholder briefings.
→ Acquisition planning, budget justification, alternative analysis
Technical Leadership
Systems Engineers
Tie cost directly to technical parameters — software size, reliability, complexity, and platform type feed the parametric engine automatically.
→ ROM development, technical tradeoffs, lifecycle cost modeling
FAQ
Common questions.
How does the 7-day trial work?
Sign up at app.vantagecost.co — no credit card required. You get full Analyst-tier access for 7 days. After that, subscribe or move to a limited free tier.
Can I export my estimates?
Yes — CSV, HTML report, PDF via print, portfolio comparison CSV, COA comparison CSV, and full JSON project export for backup.
What WBS frameworks are supported?
Agile/Scrum, Traditional Waterfall, Parametric (COCOMO II-aligned), and SaaS/Product lifecycle. Add unlimited custom elements to any framework.
Does it work for defense programs?
Yes. Includes DoD SLOC, NASA, and COCOMO II CER presets. RELY, CPLX, and compliance cost drivers map to standard EVMS cost driver categories.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel from your account settings at any time. You keep access through the end of your billing period. Annual plans are pro-rata refundable within 30 days.
Is my data secure?
Yes. Projects are stored in Postgres with row-level security — only you can access your data. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest.

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