Vendor Lock-in Checker
Know your exit cost before you sign. Assess data portability, migration complexity, and switching costs for any SaaS tool.
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How the Freedom Score is Calculated
5 independent dimensions. Higher score = more freedom, lower risk.
Methodology: Porter (1980) switching cost framework + NIST SP 500-322 cloud portability + Opitz et al. (2016) SaaS lock-in dimensions
Understand lock-in before you commit
Every metric you need to evaluate exit risk and switching cost.
Lock-in Score 0-100
Composite score based on data portability, exit complexity, contract terms, and proprietary feature dependency.
Data Portability Rating
See how easily you can export your data in standard formats before switching.
Migration Cost Estimate
Estimated cost to switch based on team size, data volume, integrations, and retraining time.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Compare lock-in scores for two tools at once. See exactly where each vendor traps you.
494 Products Covered
From CRM and project management to cloud databases and AI platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
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