See how much you can save with a fractional CTO compared to a full-time hire. Adjust your inputs and watch the numbers update in real time.
Affects full-time CTO salary expectations
Number of developers on the team
How many hours of CTO time you need
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Our fractional CTOs have led engineering at startups from pre-seed through Series C. Book a free call to see if it is the right fit.
Talk to a fractional CTOIt is a directional comparison based on the inputs you provide, useful for understanding the rough cost difference between fractional and full-time technical leadership. Actual pricing depends on your stage, scope, and cadence, which we confirm in a conversation.
Yes, it is free with no payment required. It is a planning aid to help you decide whether fractional leadership makes sense for your situation, with no obligation.
When you need senior technical judgment but the role does not yet justify a full-time salary, or while you build out the team. A fractional CTO also suits diligence, a rebuild decision, or guiding a small team through a critical phase. The calculator helps frame that tradeoff in cost terms.
Use it to decide whether to explore a fractional engagement. If it looks worth it, book a call and we will scope a fractional CTO arrangement to your actual needs and confirm real pricing rather than a generic number.