When choosing a data room provider, the pricing model is one of the most important aspects. The cost of a VDR whether per page, per project or a flat monthly fee, is critical to ensure that deal teams are able to focus on due diligence, and make the most of their investment in the company. Pricing models vary among providers and leave M&A professionals looking for the reason why one service is more than another. This article explains how to determine the pricing structures and features offered by different providers.
Certain VDRs offer packages that include a specific number of user licenses at the price of a fixed amount. Some charge for each additional user that joins the dataroom. This structure is perfect for small-scale projects with a a limited number of users. However, it will not work for large organizations who upload thousands of pages or documents every month.
Many vendors offer a per-GB storage capacity pricing model, which is typically the best option for companies that exchange relatively small textual files like PDFs or spreadsheets. This kind of pricing structure is more expensive than others but it’s a good option if you don’t need to share large audio or video recordings or images.
Other vendors use a flat rate pricing model that has a fixed amount of administrators, users, projects and storage capacity. It’s a great option for long-term projects because it allows potential customers to be aware of the exact amount they will be paying for prior to signing up. Many companies offer discounted or free rates to clients who have an agreement for long-term use.
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