Most CRM software is priced per user per month across several editions. The true cost also includes features locked to higher editions, AI credits or add-ons, implementation, administration and the hidden cost of time spent on manual data entry.
The per-user model
Vendors charge per seat, per month, usually with a discount for annual billing. Some also price by contacts or storage.
Editions and feature gating
Forecasting, automation, advanced reporting and AI frequently live only in upper editions, so the edition you need can cost multiples of the entry price.
Add-ons and AI credits
AI is increasingly sold as credits or separate add-ons, which makes cost rise with adoption — the opposite of what you want.
Calculate the true cost
Annual cost = (seats × per-seat price × 12) + add-ons + implementation + admin + (rep data-entry hours × loaded hourly cost). Try the CRM cost calculator and the data-entry cost calculator.
How MagicWand prices
One line: $50 per user per month, every feature included, no AI credits. Pricing.