MSP calculator
MSP seat-tax calculator
Model the monthly cost difference between seat-based security awareness training and DefendWise’s flat $399/month plan. Use your own quote or a planning number.
This calculator uses the numbers you enter. It does not use competitor pricing or claim guaranteed savings.
$399
flat / month
Unlimited
users
Unlimited
client organisations
Built for MSPs that want one predictable SAT cost across clients and users.
Run the seat-tax model
Enter your client count, average users per client, and current seat-based SAT price. We’ll compare the modeled seat-based monthly cost with DefendWise’s flat monthly cost.
Modeled cost difference
Based on your inputs
These estimates use only the numbers you entered.
Total users modeled
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Client organisations × average users per client.
Seat-based monthly cost
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Total users modeled × your seat-based monthly cost.
DefendWise flat monthly cost
$399 / month
Current public DefendWise flat fee.
Modeled monthly difference
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Seat-based monthly cost minus DefendWise’s flat monthly cost.
Modeled annual difference
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Modeled monthly difference × 12.
Flat-fee model
Why MSPs model the seat tax
Per-seat SAT pricing can make every new user, new client, or broader rollout a cost decision. A flat monthly model gives MSP owners a more predictable cost base when they want SAT included across clients.
Use the calculator above with your own numbers, then start a free trial to inspect the product.
FAQ
What is a seat tax in security awareness training?
A seat tax is the extra cost pressure created when SAT pricing increases with every user. For MSPs, that can make full-client coverage harder to package because each client and user count change affects the platform bill.
Why does per-seat SAT pricing matter for MSPs?
MSPs package services across many clients. Per-seat SAT pricing can make the cost base move with every new client and every new user. That can affect margin planning and whether SAT is bundled or sold as an add-on.
How should MSPs price security awareness training for clients?
MSPs should model the cost of covering every user. Use your own seat-based quote, client count, and average user count to test whether SAT fits inside your managed-service package or needs separate pricing.
Can an MSP cover every user without per-seat pricing?
Yes, if the SAT platform supports a flat-fee model with unlimited users and unlimited client organisations. DefendWise is currently positioned at $399/month flat for MSPs.
Does this calculator use competitor pricing?
No. The calculator uses the seat-based cost you enter. It does not use named competitor pricing, vendor benchmarks, or hidden assumptions.
Does the calculator show guaranteed savings?
No. It compares your seat-based input with DefendWise’s current $399/month flat fee. It should not be used as a guaranteed savings, regulated-outcome, or risk-reduction claim.