Cost Analysis: Fixed & Per-Interaction
Monthly Fixed Costs
| Component | N8N Solution | Microsoft Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure | $76.00 (Azure VPS) | Included in licensing |
| Backups | $15.00 | Included in licensing |
| Total Fixed Costs | $91.00 | $0.00 (absorbed in per-interaction costs) |
Per-Interaction Costs
| Component | N8N Solution | Microsoft Solution |
|---|---|---|
| CoPilot Message | $0.02 per message | $0.02 to $0.30 per message |
| Average Cost per Ticket | $0.02 per ticket | $1.25 to $2.00 per ticket (5-8 interactions @ $0.25) |