caibots.com · Pricing & Packaging

Pay for Outcomes.
Not AI Software.

Deploy AI agents for free.
Pay only when they generate real, measurable business value.

Your AI doesn't just respond — it updates your systems, executes workflows, and delivers measurable outcomes in Salesforce, SAP, Workday, and more.

No upfront risk Transparent pricing 20% maximum cap — always Every action audited & traceable
Free Agent Try It $0
CAI Agents Deploy It Build Fee
CAI-as-a-Service Scale It Subscription
CaiOS Starter Build It You Build, We Host
CaiOS Enterprise Own It You Build, You Host
Your first AI agent won't be a prototype — it will be working in your business within days.
5 Offering Tiers 5 Pricing Layers Transparent Formulas Outcome-Based Upside Start at Zero
Start Free Agent → Most PopularGet My AI Deployment Plan → See Pricing →
24–72 hrs to deploy No infrastructure needed Day 1 real-world usage 2–4 wks typical to upgrade
Trusted Across Industries
68%
Avg inquiry automation
in first 30 days
2–4 wks
Median time from
Free → paid tier
3×+
Avg net ROI across
CAI-as-a-Service deployments
15+
Industries served
across all tiers
The Execution Moat
Every action is logged Every decision is traceable Every outcome is measurable Every failure is reversible
Start Here — Pick Your Path in 10 Seconds

Most teams know where they are. Choose your starting point.

Free · Zero Risk
Just Exploring AI
"No use case yet, just testing possibilities"
Not sure yet. Want to see a real AI agent working on your business before committing anything.
Start Free Agent →
Most Popular Fully Managed
Need Automation Now
"Have workflows ready to automate immediately"
You're confident AI will help. You want results without managing infrastructure or building anything yourself.
Go CAI-as-a-Service →
Builder Path
Want Control + Ownership
"Need deeper customization and internal ownership"
You want to build your own AI agents using CAIBots' platform, with hosting handled. On the path to full ownership.
Go CaiOS Starter →
Enterprise
Full Ownership at Scale
"Security, scale, and governance are critical"
Compliance, IP control, and multi-brand scale. Your infrastructure, your AI platform. Full sovereignty.
Talk to Us →
The Three Engagement Models

Three Ways to Work With CAIBots

Each model serves a different buyer. Pick yours in 10 seconds.

🚀
Model 1 · Product-Led
Start Free
Deploy instantly · no commitment
Validate use case at zero cost
Upgrade only when you see value
"I want to see AI work before spending anything."
⭐ 80% of Buyers
Model 2 · Service-Led
Scale Fast
We build + manage everything
Outcome-aligned — we win when you do
No infra complexity, fast deployment
"I need automation now, without managing infrastructure."
🏛️
Model 3 · Platform-Led
Own the Stack
Full platform control + customization
Internal AI capability you own
Build and resell as your own product
"I need full control, compliance, and IP ownership."
The Recommended Journey

How Most Customers Scale With CAIBots

Start free. Validate. Scale with usage. Take control when ready. Most teams move from Free → CAI-as-a-Service within 2–4 weeks.

🆓
Free Agent
Try It
$0
🔧
CAI Agents
Deploy It
Build Fee
☁️
CAI-as-a-Service
Scale It
Subscription
🏗️
CaiOS Starter
Build It
License
🏛️
Enterprise
Own It
Full Control
Not every customer follows every step. Some start directly at CAI-as-a-Service for speed. Others enter at CaiOS Starter because they want to build. The path is yours — the direction is always toward more ownership and more value.
Ready to see AI working in your business?
Takes 30 seconds to get started — no infrastructure, no commitment.
Get My AI Deployment Plan → Start Free — No Commitment
30-minute strategy call · Always free · No commitment required
Default Recommendation
If you're unsure where to start — start with CAI-as-a-Service.
This is where most businesses begin. We build it, host it, and align our fees to your results. No infrastructure. No upfront risk. Only pay more when AI delivers more value.
Start with CAI-as-a-Service →
Why This Model Exists

We replaced SaaS billing
with outcome alignment.

Traditional software charges for access — regardless of whether it delivers value. CAIBots charges for outcomes. Our success fee activates only when we can prove measurable ROI above your pre-AI baseline. If AI doesn't deliver, the outcome fee doesn't apply.

That's not a clever pricing trick. It's the only structure that makes sense when you're deploying AI agents that directly write to Salesforce, SAP, Workday, and Epic EMR — executing real workflows, updating real systems, generating real, auditable outcomes.

"You pay more only when AI delivers more value."
🔒 Outcome share hard-capped at 20% of your savings
Pricing Philosophy Comparison
Model
You Pay For
When AI Fails
Traditional SaaS
Seats / Tokens / Access
You still pay
Per-API vendors
Calls / Usage volume
You still pay
CAIBots
Base usage + Outcomes only
No outcome fee applied
"A services company automated 40% of inbound queries within 2 weeks of going live."
Illustrative · Based on typical SMB deployment
"A financial services firm reduced claims processing time by 70% — outcome fee only activated after month 6 when ROI was proven."
Illustrative · Based on CAI Agents deployment
Outcome fee definition: Calculated as a % of measurable value above your pre-AI baseline. Baseline set jointly before contract. Measured from your CRM, billing, or transaction logs. Reconciled quarterly. Capped at 20% of incremental savings.
Our Core Philosophy

Why This Pricing Model Wins

"You pay more only when AI delivers more value."

🛡️
No Upfront Risk
Start free. The Free Agent costs nothing. Paid tiers activate only when you've validated value. Your first agent goes live before you spend a dollar.
📈
Scales With ROI
The more value your AI agent creates, the more we earn — but never more than 20% of your savings. Our growth and yours are mathematically linked.
🤝
Aligns Incentives
We're not a vendor charging for access. We're an economic partner. If AI doesn't deliver, the outcome fee is zero. No black box. No surprises. No lock-in.
You pay more only when AI delivers more value. This isn't a clever pricing trick — it's the only structure that makes sense when AI touches revenue, compliance, and operations.
How CAIBots Pricing Works

You don't pay for thinking.
You pay for results.

Our architecture separates four distinct responsibilities. Pricing only activates at the last one — when execution produces a verified, measurable outcome in your systems of record.

Layer 1
Cognition
Understands context. Interprets intent. Applies business logic and compliance rules.
You don't pay for this
Layer 2
Orchestration
Plans the sequence of actions. Coordinates APIs, workflows, and system calls. Resolves exceptions.
You don't pay for this
Layer 3
Execution
Takes governed actions in Salesforce, SAP, Workday, Epic. Direct writes to your systems of record.
Base usage cost here
Layer 4
Verified Outcome
ROI dashboards. Compliance verification. Audit logs. Measurable value above your pre-AI baseline.
Outcome share (≤20%)
Prompts & tokens | Idle infrastructure | Failed workflows | Execution that delivers verified value
Architecture × Pricing

What You Control
at Each Tier

Each pricing tier maps to specific layers of the CAIBots execution stack. As you move up, you gain deeper control over the system — from pre-built triggers all the way to full governance configuration and compliance architecture.

System Layer Free Agent CAI Agents CAI-as-a-Service ⭐ CaiOS Starter Enterprise
🎯 Trigger Layer
Form, API, instruction, alert
Pre-built triggers
Web & messaging
Custom triggers
API + integrations
Multi-channel
Fully managed
Configurable
You design
Full control
Any source
🧠 Cognition Layer
Context, intent, business logic
Standard model
No customization
Trained to your domain
CAIBots engineers
Fully optimized
Continuously improved
You configure
Custom logic
Full sovereignty
Your models
⚙️ Orchestration Layer
Workflow design, exception handling
Pre-configured
Limited flows
Custom-built
Your workflow
Fully managed
Optimized continuously
You design
No-code builder
Full architecture
Custom orchestration
⚡ Execution Layer
Salesforce, SAP, Workday, APIs
Read-only / basic
Chat + FAQ
Direct system writes
Your integrations
Full execution
Managed + monitored
You control
Your infrastructure
Full sovereignty
Any system
🛡️ Governance Layer
Audit, compliance, rollback
Basic logging
Standard
Standard tracking
Decision log
Managed governance
Compliance-ready
Configurable
Your policies
Full regulatory
SR 11-7 · HIPAA · MiFID II
📊 Verified Outcome
ROI dashboard, audit, rollback
Basic metrics
Conversation stats
Milestone review
At 6–9 months
Continuous verification
Monthly reconciliation
You measure
Your dashboards
Full audit capability
Rollback · Compliance sign-off
All tiers run on CAIBots' production-grade AI infrastructure — data pipelines, RAG, orchestration infra, and DePIN included. No setup required. Hidden complexity handled at every layer.
Governance · The Differentiator

What Others Don't Have

Every AI platform executes. Only CAIBots wraps execution in a governance layer that makes every action auditable, every decision traceable, every outcome measurable, and every failure reversible. This is what separates an AI tool from an enterprise-grade execution system.

📋
Every action is auditable
Full decision log with timestamps, inputs, outputs, and confidence scores for every system action taken.
🔍
Every decision is traceable
Full lineage from trigger → cognition → orchestration → execution. Compliant with SR 11-7, MiFID II, and EU AI Act.
📊
Every outcome is measurable
ROI dashboards tied to contractually agreed baselines. You verify numbers independently — no black box.
↩️
Every failure is reversible
Built-in rollback capability. Exceptions escalate to human review. The system never acts outside defined bounds.
Why this justifies enterprise pricing: Governance isn't a feature. It's the infrastructure that makes AI deployments defensible in regulated environments — financial services, healthcare, and capital markets.
Governance by Tier
Free Agent Basic logging · Conversation history
CAI Agents Decision log · Integration audit trail
CAI-as-a-Service ⭐ Managed governance · Compliance-ready SLA · Monthly ROI reconciliation
CaiOS Starter Configurable governance · Your policies · Custom audit schema
CaiOS Enterprise Full regulatory compliance · SR 11-7 · HIPAA · MiFID II · DORA · Audit-ready at all times
For regulated industries: Governance is not optional. CAIBots is the only platform where governance is a first-class architectural layer — not a compliance checkbox bolted on afterward.
Outcome Definition

What "Outcome"
Actually Means

We don't charge for prompts, tokens, or workflow attempts. The outcome fee activates only when execution produces a verified, measurable result in your systems — above your pre-AI baseline.

Systems of record are updated
Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, Workday, Epic EMR — direct writes that stick.
Measurable ROI is generated
Time saved, revenue recovered, cost reduced — verified against your contractually agreed baseline.
Compliance conditions are met
KYC completion, claims submitted, filings executed — within regulatory boundaries.
You independently verify the numbers
From your CRM, billing, or transaction logs. No black box — you see the same data we do.
The baseline is set jointly in writing before any work begins — metric, measurement source, reconciliation cadence. No surprises, no disputes.
Cost Drivers

What Actually
Drives Cost

Cost scales with real-world system actions — not compute time, not idle infrastructure, not failed attempts. If nothing executes, nothing accrues.

🚫 We don't charge for tokens, seats, or idle software. No access fees. No per-prompt billing. No SaaS subscription for tools that don't perform.
Volume of system actions
Each governed action in Salesforce, SAP, Workday etc. Metered per execution, not per hour.
🔗
Number of integrations
CRM, ERP, billing, compliance systems. More integrations = deeper execution capability.
🔄
Workflow complexity
Multi-step workflows with exception handling and compliance checkpoints cost more than simple lookups.
📈
Business value generated
The outcome share (≤20%) scales with what you save. More value delivered = more aligned economics.
The risk premium (+0–22%) applies only to the Base Fee, never to Outcome Share. It reflects domain risk in regulated environments (financial services, healthcare, capital markets). Standard deployments: 0%.
Where Should You Start?

Three answers.
Pick yours in 10 seconds.

We don't charge for tokens, seats, or idle software. You pay only when AI executes and delivers verified value.

Not sure yet
Just want to
see it work
No commitment. No infrastructure. A real AI agent live in your business in under 72 hours — at zero cost.
Start Free Agent →
⭐ Recommended · 80% of businesses
Want results
fast
Fully managed. We build, host, and align our fees to your outcomes. You pay more only when AI delivers more value.
Get My Deployment Plan →
Full platform ownership
Need full
control
Your infrastructure, your governance, your IP. Build and own the entire AI execution stack — from cognition to audit.
Explore CaiOS →
All paths include: governed execution · audit logs · outcome verification · zero black-box billing
The Framework

The Ownership Spectrum

Every CAIBots tier represents a different level of control, commitment, and ownership. As ownership shifts to you, the pricing model shifts accordingly. The moon phases show how much of the platform you control at each stage.

⬅ We Handle Everything You Own Everything ➡
Minimal
Partial
Shared
Growing
Full
🆓
Free CAI Agent
CAIBots Builds
CAIBots Hosts
Zero commitment. Validate AI before investing anything.
🔧
CAI Agents
CAIBots Builds
You Host
Custom-built on your infrastructure. You control deployment.
☁️
CAI-as-a-Service
CAIBots Builds
CAIBots Hosts
Fully managed. Build, host, maintain — focus on results.
🏗️
CaiOS Starter
You Build
CAIBots Hosts
No-code builder. We handle hosting & infrastructure.
🏛️
CaiOS Enterprise
You Build
You Host
Full ownership. Your infra, your IP. CAIBots out of the stack.
🌗
You Stay in Control
Start with zero commitment and take ownership at your own pace. From a free pilot to a full enterprise license — you decide how much control you want and when.
📐
Transparent Pricing Formulas
No black-box billing. Every tier's cost is explained with published formulas, illustrative ranges, and a live calculator. Know your number before you sign.
🚀
Built to Set You Free
Start with full support, graduate to full independence. When you're ready to own it completely, we've already built you the platform to do it.
🆓Tier 1 · FreeCAIBots Builds & Hosts

Free CAI Agent

The lowest-risk entry point in AI adoption. CAIBots builds and hosts a fully functional conversational AI agent for your business at zero cost. Validate the technology with real conversations and decide your next step with no financial pressure, no obligation.

The First 14 Days Change Everything
Day 1–2 Agent goes live — real deployment, not a demo
Day 3–7 Real customer interactions begin
Day 7–14 Patterns emerge — use cases become clear
Day 14+ Clear ROI potential visible
"At this point, most teams choose to scale."
First-time AI adoptersSMBs exploring AIProof-of-concept pilots
What you get: A real deployed AI agent on your website or messaging channel. Limited usage, fully guided via a 30-minute onboarding call. No credit card. No catch.
No-Risk Start
Free deployment No upfront commitment Upgrade only after you see value
Investment
Zero
No cost to start · Limited usage · No credit card required
🏛️
Platform License
Not applicable
N/A
🔧
Build Fee
Not applicable
N/A
📋
Base Subscription
Not applicable
N/A
Flex / Usage
Post-pilot upsell only
Available
📈
Value / Outcome
After pilot validation
Available
Example · Dental Practice
Dr. Patel's Family Dentistry
A 3-chair practice deployed a free agent to handle appointment inquiries, opening hours, and insurance FAQs. Within weeks it automated the majority of inbound inquiries, freeing the front desk for in-person care.
68%
Inquiries automated
3 wks
Time to value
$0
Cost to start
Example · E-commerce
Bloom & Basket Gift Shop
A boutique retailer used the Free Agent to handle "Where is my order?" — their highest-volume support inquiry. Integrated with Shopify, it resolved status questions instantly, 24/7, saving hours daily with zero upfront investment.
24/7
Order support
2 hrs
Saved daily
30 min
Setup call
Upgrade When…
You're getting consistent inbound queries and want branding or customisation
You need CRM, e-commerce, or API integrations beyond basic chat
You want to own the deployment on your own infrastructure
You've identified a specific high-value workflow to automate
Most teams outgrow Free within 14–30 days · You pay more only when AI delivers more value. Skip Ahead: CAI-as-a-Service →
🔧Tier 2 · CAI AgentsWe Build, You Host

CAI Agents

You've validated the concept. Now you want a purpose-built AI agent custom-engineered for your exact workflow, industry, and use case. CAIBots builds it. You host it on your own infrastructure. You own the deployment entirely.

Growing SMBsIT-capable teamsIndustry-specific workflowsSingle high-value use cases
💡
On pricing: The build investment is determined by scope — complexity of conversation design, number of integrations, and training data volume. CAIBots provides a fixed-price proposal before any work begins. No hourly billing, no surprises.
Investment Structure
Build Fee
One-time investment · Scope-based · Fixed quote upfront
💡 Illustrative range: $50K–$500K build fee
Scope-based. Your exact figure in writing before any work begins.
🏛️
Platform License
Not applicable
N/A
🔧
Build Fee
Primary investment · One time
✦ Core
📋
Base Subscription
Ongoing support SLA
Available
Flex / Usage
API & usage credits
Available
📈
Value / Outcome
Once value is demonstrated
After Proof
Lightning Lead Agent — Real Estate Agency
Illustrative
Speed-to-lead qualification · 60-second response · CRM integration
LayerDescriptionStructure
✦ Build FeeCustom design, development, CRM integration, training & deploymentOne-time investment
+ Support SLA (Optional)Monthly: bug fixes, updates, performance monitoringMonthly retainer
+ Usage Credits (Optional)Per-conversation metering above included SLA volumePer conversation
Value / Outcome (After Proof)Revenue share activates at milestone review if ROI demonstrated% of incremental revenue
Illustrative ROI
Additional closings from faster lead response · Formula disclosed at scoping
2–4× in 6 months
Example · Insurance
ClaimPro Agent — TPA Firm
A third-party administrator processing hundreds of claims monthly deployed ClaimPro. Automated document review reduced processing time by over 70% — from days to under a day per claim. Outcome pricing engaged at the 6-month milestone review.
Example · Staffing
TalentMatch Screening Agent
A mid-size staffing firm screening hundreds of resumes weekly deployed TalentMatch. Top-tier candidates surfaced in minutes instead of hours. Internal IT chose to self-manage without SLA. Outcome review scheduled at 9 months.
Upgrade to CAI-as-a-Service When…
Usage is scaling rapidly and you want subscription cost predictability
You want CAIBots to handle infrastructure, hosting, and maintenance
You're ready for a formal outcome alignment with revenue share
You need guaranteed SLA uptime and dedicated support
CAI-as-a-Service is where outcome pricing becomes fully active Next: CAI-as-a-Service — Scale It →
☁️Tier 3 · CAI-as-a-ServiceWe Build, We Host⭐ Right for 80% of businesses

CAI-as-a-Service

The most complete CAIBots offering. We build it, host it, maintain it, and evolve it. You get a fully managed AI capability with three economic layers running simultaneously — recurring subscription, metered usage, and outcome-based upside. We win when you win.

Fast-growing SMBsTeams without internal ITOutcome-focused buyersMulti-channel deployments
The commercial sweet spot. CAI-as-a-Service is the only tier where Subscription, Usage, and Outcome are all Core simultaneously. You pay more only when AI delivers more value. We win when you win.
💡 If you're unsure where to start — start here. This is where most businesses begin.
Investment Structure
Subscription
Base subscription + metered usage + outcome upside · All three layers active
💡 Typical: $500–$3,000/month base + usage + outcome
Illustrative. Annual commitment typically $100K–$500K depending on scope.
🏛️
Platform License
Not applicable — we host
N/A
🔧
Build Fee
Included in managed service
N/A
📋
Base Subscription
Fully managed service
✦ Core
Flex / Usage
Scales with you
✦ Core
📈
Value / Outcome
We win when you win
✦ Core
🏥
MedSchedule Agent — Multi-Location Medical Practice
Illustrative
Patient intake, scheduling & reminders · 3 locations · High appointment volume
LayerDescriptionStructure
✦ Base SubscriptionManaged service: hosting, updates, monitoring, support teamFixed monthly fee
✦ Flex / UsagePer-interaction metering scaled to monthly appointment volumePer conversation
✦ Value / OutcomeRevenue share on incremental appointments above established baseline% of incremental revenue
Net Client ROI (Illustrative)
All three layers · Outcome tied to measurable lift above baseline
3× or greater
How outcome pricing works: A baseline is agreed at contract start — your current monthly volume of appointments, leads, or revenue. CAIBots earns a revenue share percentage only on incremental value above that baseline. The outcome layer does not activate unless the agent demonstrably moves the metric. This is what "We win when you win" means in practice.
Example · Solar Sales
Lightning Lead — Solar Installer
A regional installer captured every inbound lead within 60 seconds. Subscription covers managed service, usage scales with lead volume, and the outcome layer shares a % of revenue from incremental installations above pre-AI baseline. All three economic layers active from day one.
Example · Property Management
FixFlow — PM Company
A property management firm managing hundreds of units used FixFlow. The outcome layer was scoped as cost savings — tracking labor hours eliminated and satisfaction scores. Outcome doesn't have to be revenue. It can be any measurable business improvement.
Upgrade to CaiOS Starter When…
You want to build and customise agents yourself, not just consume them
You're an agency or consultancy building agents for multiple clients
You need unlimited agent deployments without per-agent build fees
You want white-label or resell capability for your own customers
CAI-as-a-Service to CaiOS Starter is the builder's transition Next: CaiOS Starter — Build It →
🏗️Tier 4 · CaiOS StarterYou Build, We HostBest for teams with internal technical capability

CaiOS Starter

You're ready to build your own AI agents using CAIBots' no-code platform. CaiOS Starter gives you the builder — we keep the infrastructure. You design and deploy agents independently without needing your own hosting setup.

Agencies building for clientsGrowing teams ready to self-serveMulti-agent deploymentsPath to Enterprise ownership
⚠️ Only choose this if you need internal control and have technical resources.
🏗️
The natural step toward Enterprise. CaiOS Starter removes the infrastructure burden while giving you full build capability. Migrating to CaiOS Enterprise is a structured, supported transition — no data loss, no downtime.
Investment Structure
Platform License
You build · CAIBots hosts · Unlimited agents · Hosting fee applies
💡 Typical: $3,000–$15,000/month
Platform license + hosting. Scales with agent count and usage.
🏛️
Platform License
Build access · We host
✦ Core
🔧
Build Fee
You build — no build fee
N/A
📋
Base Subscription
Hosting + platform updates
✦ Core
Flex / Usage
Scales with conversation volume
Available
📈
Value / Outcome
Enterprise negotiated terms
On Request
Example · Consultancy
AI Consultancy — 6 Active Clients
A boutique AI consultancy licenses CaiOS Starter to deliver agents across 6 client engagements. They build and configure agents via the no-code builder. CAIBots handles all hosting, infrastructure, and platform updates. The consultancy charges clients their own fee structure — fully independent from CAIBots pricing.
Example · Growing SMB
Multi-Department Retail Chain
A regional chain needed agents for customer service, inventory alerts, and staff scheduling — but lacked hosting infrastructure. CaiOS Starter gave them full build capability with zero infrastructure burden. Planning a structured migration to CaiOS Enterprise in Year 2.
Upgrade to CaiOS Enterprise When…
Security, compliance, or data sovereignty make external hosting a blocker
You're running 20+ agent deployments and hosting costs justify full ownership
You want full IP ownership and the ability to build CAIBots out of your stack
Your team is ready to self-manage infrastructure and platform operations
Migration is structured and supported — no data loss, no downtime Next: CaiOS Enterprise — Own It →
🏛️Tier 5 · CaiOS EnterpriseFor regulated / large-scale environmentsYou Build, You Host

CaiOS Enterprise

Full platform ownership. You license CaiOS, deploy it on your own infrastructure, and build unlimited agents independently. CAIBots is entirely out of your stack. You own the IP, the data, the infrastructure, and the capability. This is the destination — not the starting point.

Enterprise organizationsAgencies & resellers at scaleTech-forward multi-brand businessesCaiOS Starter graduates
🏛️
The Earn-As-You-Go model: CaiOS Enterprise licensees can build and sell AI agents to other businesses, creating their own AI revenue stream on top of the platform. Particularly powerful for agencies and technology consultants serving multiple enterprise clients.
Investment Structure
Enterprise License
You build · You host · Full ownership · Custom enterprise pricing
🏛️
Platform License
You own it entirely
✦ Core
🔧
Build Fee
Expert customization available
Available
📋
Base Subscription
Updates & support
Available
Flex / Usage
Workflow credits
Available
📈
Value / Outcome
Enterprise negotiated terms
On Request
Example · Technology Partner
AI Reseller Program
A technology solutions firm licenses CaiOS Enterprise and white-labels AI agent deployments as part of their client services. They fully control the product, pricing, and delivery — CAIBots provides the underlying platform capability and optional support.
Example · CaiOS Starter Graduate
Agency Scales to Full Ownership
An agency that started on CaiOS Starter with 6 clients grew to 20+ active deployments over 18 months. Migrating to CaiOS Enterprise reduced total cost per deployment significantly while eliminating hosting dependency entirely.
You've Arrived — This Is the Destination
Full IP and data ownership — CAIBots is out of your stack
Build and resell AI agents as your own product or service
Unlimited agents across unlimited brands or client accounts
Custom enterprise SLA and support terms negotiated directly
Enterprise license pricing is quoted per engagement — scope, volume, and support level Book a Strategy Call →
Speed Signal
🚀 Speed Guarantee

Live in 72 Hours.
Not 72 Days.

Most AI deployments take months. CAIBots gets you live in days — because we've done this before across dozens of industries. Initial agent live in 24–72 hours · Full governed program typically 2–8 weeks.

24–72h
Deployment
Agent deployed and live on your channel. No infrastructure setup on your end for managed tiers.
Week 1
First Real Value
Real customer interactions. Real use cases emerging. Patterns you didn't know existed become visible.
Ongoing
Continuous Optimization
The agent learns. Conversations improve. Outcome metrics compound over time.
No infrastructure setup required No long onboarding process Immediate real-world usage from day one
Pricing Transparency

The Pricing Formula

No black boxes. Every cost is explainable by a published formula. The short version: Base Usage + Outcome Share (capped 20%) + Risk Premium. You pay more only when AI delivers more value — and never more than 20% of your savings. Expand below for the full breakdown.

Base Usage
Volume × Unit Rate. Always charged. Covers model inference, orchestration, and SLA.
+
Outcome Share
% of your savings above baseline. Only charged when ROI is proven. Hard cap: 20%.
+
Risk Premium
+5–30% on Base only (not Outcome Share). Applies to regulated or high-risk domains only.
Estimate Your Cost

Live Pricing Calculator

Three inputs. One number. See your estimated annual cost and the value you retain. Actual quotes are scoped per engagement — use this to orient, not to commit.

CAIBots Pricing Estimator
Select your engagement model, then adjust the sliders. Formula: Total = Base + Risk + Outcome Share. Outcome capped at 20% of savings.
Annual Transactions5M txns
100K5M txns10M txns
Unit Rate$0.075/unit
LowMidHigh
Annual Savings$25M
$1M$25M$50M
Risk Profile
Formula: TCV = (Volume × Unit Rate) + (Outcome% × Savings) + (Risk Rate × Base)
Volume / Scale
① Base Fee
② Risk Premium
③ Outcome Share
Outcome Rate
Savings Cap (20%)
Estimated Annual Cost
Illustrative · Actual quote scoped per engagement
You retain approx. in savings · Net ROI:
* Outcome share charged only when ROI exceeds contractual baseline. Cap applies globally to outcome component only.
Domain Reference

Domain Pricing Matrix

Once you've chosen your tier, use this matrix to see exact pricing dimensions for your specific domain. This is a reference tool — not a decision tool. Start with the tier, then validate the numbers here.

🛡️
Fraud Detection
$0.05–$0.10/txn · $1M–$10M+ TCV
💳
Payments
$0.01–$0.05/txn · $1M–$22M+ TCV
🔍
KYC / AML
$5–$7/verify · $500K–$5M TCV
💰
Credit Underwriting
$2–$8/decision · $1M–$5M TCV
📈
Trading
$0.10–$1.00/trade · $1M–$10M TCV
🔬
Investment Research
$50–$200/user/mo · $100K–$1M ARR

Full matrix across all 15 domains — select a pricing model to explore

🤖 Automation-Dominant Formula: TCV = (Vol × Unit) + (Outcome% × Savings) + (Risk% × Base) · Outcome capped 20%
DomainModelUnit PriceVolume Tiering Outcome %CapRisk Premium Min CommitImpl. FeeSLADeal Size
🛡️ Fraud Detection
Per txn + outcome$0.05–$0.10↓ to $0.02 at scale5–15%20%, floor 5%+10–20%$500K+$100K–$300K99.9%+$1M–$10M+
📄 Claims Processing
Per claim + outcome$6–$15↓ to $4–$810–25%30%, floor 10%+10–25%$1M+$200K–$500K99.5–99.9%$1M–$10M+
💳 Payments Processing
Per transaction$0.01–$0.05↓ to $0.005N/AN/A+10–15%$1M+$100K–$250K99.99%$1M–$22M+
🔍 KYC / AML
Per check + outcome$0.25–$2.00↓ to $0.125–15%20%, floor 5%+15–25%$500K+$150K–$400K99.9%+$1M–$8M
📋 Regulatory Reporting
Per report$1–$5↓ at volumeN/AN/A+10–20%$300K+$100K–$300K99.9%$500K–$5M
👤 Customer Onboarding
Per onboarding$2–$10↓ to $1–$55–15%20%+5–15%$500K+$100K–$250K99.5%$500K–$5M
🔄 Hybrid Formula: TCV = (Vol × Unit) + Platform Fee + (Outcome% × Savings) + (Risk% × Base)
DomainModelUnit PricePlatform Fee Outcome %Risk Premium Min CommitImpl. FeeSLADeal Size
💰 Credit Underwriting
Per decision + outcome$2–$8N/A10–15%+10–20%$500K+$150K–$400K99.9%$1M–$5M
📊 Risk Monitoring
Platform + usage$100K–$300K baseUsage tiersN/A+10–20%$500K+$150K–$300K99.9%$1M–$5M
📈 Algorithmic Trading
Per trade + performance$0.10–$1.00N/APerf-based+15–25%$1M+$200K–$500K99.99%$1M–$10M
🏦 Treasury Operations
Platform + advisory$200K–$1MFixedN/A+10–15%$500K+$150K–$300K99.9%$500K–$3M
💬 Customer Service AI
Per conversation + sub$0.50–$3.00Base subscription5–15%+5–10%$200K+$50K–$200K99.5%$200K–$2M
📋 Financial Reporting
Per report$2–$6N/AN/A+5–10%$300K+$100K–$200K99.5%$200K–$2M
👤 Augmentation / Copilot Formula: Annual = (Users × Seat Rate × 12) + Add-Ons · No outcome share on seat-based tiers
DomainModelUnit PriceVolume Scale Outcome %Risk Premium Min CommitImpl. FeeSLADeal Size
🔬 Investment Research
Seat / subscription$50–$200/user/mo2–4× at scaleN/AStandard$100K+$50K–$100K99.5%$100K–$1M
💼 Wealth Management
Subscription / per-client$100–$300/client/moAUM-tieredN/A+5–10%$300K+$75K–$150K99.9%$500K–$3M
📊 Portfolio Management
AUM-linkedbps-basedAUM tiers≤5% ROI+5–15%$500K+$100K–$200K99.9%$1M–$5M
🔍 Compliance Review
Seat + alerts$75–$250/user/moVolume tiersN/A+10–20%$200K+$50K–$150K99.9%$300K–$2M
Risk Premium: Applied to Base Fee only. Reflects regulatory complexity, PII exposure, audit requirements.
Outcome %: Share of measurable savings. Charged only when ROI exceeds contractual baseline. Capped at 20%.
Deal Size: Indicative TCV at typical volumes. Use the calculator above for your specific scenario.
Impl. Fee: One-time. Covers integration, configuration, baseline-setting, and go-live validation.
Reference Guide

The 5 Pricing Layers

Every CAIBots offering is assembled from a combination of these five layers. Understanding each one helps you predict costs, structure commercial conversations, and identify the right model for your business.

🏛️
Platform License
Own the builder — create and deploy agents independently
Foundation
A Platform License grants the right to use the CaiOS no-code AI agent builder. Once licensed, you create unlimited agents with no per-agent cost. On CaiOS Starter, CAIBots hosts the infrastructure. On CaiOS Enterprise, you host everything yourself. Think of it like enterprise software — you pay for access to the capability, not for each output it produces.
Applies Across Tiers
Free CAI Agent
Not applicable
CAI Agents
Not applicable
CAI-as-a-Service
Not applicable
CaiOS Starter
✦ Core — you build, we host
CaiOS Enterprise
✦ Core — you own everything
🔧
One-Time Build Fee
Custom agent engineering — designed for your exact workflow
Foundation
The Build Fee covers end-to-end development of a custom CAI Agent by the CAIBots team: requirements gathering, conversation design, AI model training, system integrations, testing, and deployment. A one-time investment producing an asset you own and host. Pricing scales with complexity — number of conversation flows, integrations, and training data volume. Typical range: $50K–$500K depending on scope.
Applies Across Tiers
Free CAI Agent
Not applicable
CAI Agents
✦ Core — primary investment
CAI-as-a-Service
Included in managed service
CaiOS Starter
Not applicable — you build
CaiOS Enterprise
Available — expert customization
📋
Base Subscription
Recurring access — managed service, hosting, or support SLA
Recurring
A monthly recurring fee that funds the ongoing service relationship. What it covers depends on the tier: for CAI-as-a-Service it funds the fully managed service including hosting and support. For CAI Agents it's an optional support SLA. For CaiOS Starter it covers hosting and platform updates. For CaiOS Enterprise it covers the update stream and priority access. Minimum commits typically $100K–$2M+ for mid-market and enterprise deployments.
Applies Across Tiers
Free CAI Agent
Not applicable
CAI Agents
Available — support SLA
CAI-as-a-Service
✦ Core — managed service
CaiOS Starter
✦ Core — hosting + updates
CaiOS Enterprise
Available — updates & support
Flex / Usage
Pay as you grow — metered by conversation or transaction volume
Recurring
Usage pricing is metered by the number of interactions your AI agent handles each month. Costs are proportional to business activity generated — quiet months cost less, high-volume months reflect higher value being created. Volume discounts of 2–5× apply at scale. Volume tiers and included conversation allowances are discussed during scoping. Overage triggers at 110%+ of committed volume at 1.2–1.5× the base rate.
Applies Across Tiers
Free CAI Agent
Available — post-pilot only
CAI Agents
Available — API credits
CAI-as-a-Service
✦ Core — scales with you
CaiOS Starter
Available — conversation volume
CaiOS Enterprise
Available — workflow credits
📈
Value / Outcome
We win when you win — ROI-based revenue share, hard-capped at 20%
Upside
CAIBots earns a revenue share percentage only on incremental business value above a defined baseline. The baseline — current monthly leads, appointments, transactions, or revenue — is agreed at contract start. If the agent doesn't move the metric, this layer doesn't activate. The outcome share is always hard-capped at 20% of total savings — we will never earn more than one-fifth of the value we create for you. Core only for CAI-as-a-Service, where full measurement infrastructure is in place from day one.
Applies Across Tiers
Free CAI Agent
Available — after pilot validation
CAI Agents
After Proof — at milestone review
CAI-as-a-Service
✦ Core — built into contract
CaiOS Starter
On Request — enterprise terms
CaiOS Enterprise
On Request — negotiated
Commercial Commitment

Support & Reliability

Your recurring fees are not just for software access — they are tied to contractual uptime, response times, and risk accountability. Every tier specifies what you can expect and what happens when we fall short.

99.5%
Minimum uptime
guarantee (all tiers)
<4h
Response SLA
Business tier+
99.99%
Mission-critical
uptime tier
Credits
Applied automatically
on SLA breach
Support & Reliability — What's Included by Tier
Commitment Free CAI Agents CAI-as-a-Service CaiOS Starter Enterprise
Uptime guarantee99.5%99.9%+99.9%Custom
Support response SLAAvailableIncludedIncludedAvailable
Breach creditsScopedAutomaticAutomaticNegotiated
Dedicated account manager
Risk premium transparency
SLA Tier 1 — Standard
Essential
99.5%
Uptime guarantee · Monthly measurement
Best fit for Free Agent pilots and early CAI Agents
Business-hours support response (8 hrs)
Standard domains · No regulatory exposure
Cloud / SaaS deployment
Risk premium: +0% (standard)
SLA Tier 2 — Business
Professional
99.9%
Uptime guarantee · Weekly measurement
CAI-as-a-Service · CaiOS Starter/Enterprise
4-hour support response, 24/5
Moderate compliance requirements (KYC, credit, reporting)
Hybrid cloud / dedicated deployment options
Risk premium: +5–15% on Base Fee
SLA Tier 3 — Mission-Critical
Enterprise
99.99%
Uptime guarantee · Real-time monitoring
High-volume Automation · Fraud · Payments · Trading
1-hour response, 24/7/365
High regulatory & PII exposure · Audit-ready
VPC / on-premises / air-gapped deployment
Risk premium: +15–25% on Base Fee
Risk Premium Principle: Risk premiums are always applied to the Base Fee only — never to the Outcome Share or Platform Fee. A +20% risk premium on a $5M base equals $1M — your outcome savings remain unaffected. This is documented in every CAIBots contract.
Decision Guide

How to Choose Your Tier

Answer these four questions. Your answers point directly to the right starting point — and the right conversation with CAIBots.

1. How confident are you that AI will work for your specific business?
"Not sure yet — I want to validate first"Free Agent
"Fairly confident — I have a specific workflow in mind"CAI Agents
"Very confident — I want a fully managed solution with outcomes"CAI-as-a-Service
2. Do you want to build AI agents yourself, or have CAIBots build them?
"CAIBots builds and manages everything"CAI-as-a-Service
"CAIBots builds it — I'll host it myself"CAI Agents
"I'll build using CAIBots' platform — they host"CaiOS Starter
"I'll build and host everything myself"CaiOS Enterprise
3. Do you have internal IT infrastructure to host software?
"No — I need someone to handle infrastructure"CAI-as-a-Service or Starter
"Yes — tech team can handle one deployment"CAI Agents
"Yes, and ready to run the full platform at scale"CaiOS Enterprise
4. How many AI agents do you anticipate needing in the next 12 months?
"One agent for one specific problem"Free / CAI Agents
"Two to four agents across departments"CAI-as-a-Service
"Five or more — across teams, brands, or clients"CaiOS Starter / Enterprise

Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature 🆓 Free 🔧 CAI Agents ☁️ SaaS 🏗️ Starter 🏛️ Enterprise
Cost to startZeroBuild feeSubscriptionLicense + hostingEnterprise license
Who buildsCAIBotsCAIBotsCAIBotsYouYou
Who hostsCAIBotsYouCAIBotsCAIBotsYou
Infrastructure needed
Unlimited agent builds
Published pricing formula
Live cost calculatorOn requestOn request
Outcome pricingAvailableAfter Proof✓ CoreOn RequestOn Request
Outcome hard cap (20%)
SLA tier99.5–99.9%99.9%+99.9%Custom
Support SLAAvailable✓ Included✓ IncludedAvailable
Resell / white-label
Volume discountScoped✓ 2–5×Scoped✓ Negotiated
Path forward→ Agents→ SaaS→ Starter→ Enterprise✓ Final stage
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How does CAIBots ensure compliance and auditability in regulated environments?
Governance is a first-class architectural layer in CAIBots — not a compliance checkbox. Every action taken in your systems of record (Salesforce, SAP, Workday, Epic EMR) generates a full audit trail: trigger, cognition input, orchestration plan, execution output, timestamp, and confidence score. Every decision is traceable, every outcome is measurable, and every failure triggers a defined rollback or escalation path. For regulated environments (financial services, healthcare, capital markets), we support SR 11-7, MiFID II, HIPAA, DORA, EU AI Act, and Basel III. All governance parameters are contractually defined before deployment begins.
What happens if the AI agent doesn't deliver results?
If measurable results don't exceed the contractually agreed baseline, the outcome fee is zero. You only pay the base subscription and/or usage fee. The outcome share is contractually tied to a specific metric exceeding a specific threshold. If that doesn't happen, we don't get paid the performance component.
How fast can I get to real value?
For the Free Agent and CAI-as-a-Service, deployment typically takes 24–72 hours. No infrastructure setup required on your end. Most teams see live conversations in week one. Measurable automation is usually clear by week 2–3.
How exactly is the baseline set and measured?
Before launch we agree in writing: (1) the metric to measure, (2) the baseline value (average of your prior 60–90 days), (3) the measurement source (your CRM, billing, or transaction logs), and (4) reconciliation cadence (monthly calculation, quarterly audit). You verify the numbers independently — no black box.
Are there minimum commitments?
Free Agent: no minimum, no commitment. CAI Agents: the build fee is your primary commitment. CAI-as-a-Service: minimum annual commitment typically $100K–$500K depending on scope. CaiOS Starter/Enterprise: annual platform license. All terms disclosed before any work begins.
Can I talk to a real person before committing?
Yes — that's encouraged. A 30-minute strategy call is always free. We'll map your use case to the right tier, show you the exact pricing formula, and give you an illustrative cost estimate before you commit to anything. Book a call here.
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Free
$0
SMB
$500–$3K/mo
⭐ Mid-Market
$3K–$15K/mo
Enterprise
$25K+/yr
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Important: All figures, ranges, and calculator outputs are illustrative and subject to formal scoping. Outcome share only applies when measurable incremental value is contractually agreed and independently verified above baseline. Risk premiums apply to Base Fee only — never to Outcome Share. Actual pricing, SLA terms, and outcome mechanics are defined in a written contract before any work begins. Nothing on this page constitutes a binding offer. All prices in USD.
Compliance SR 11-7 GDPR SOC 2 FINRA / OCC HIPAA EU AI Act MiFID II DORA BSA / AML Basel III Dodd-Frank