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ROI Calculator

Discover the true cost of development approaches and see how much you can save with Human-First, AI-Augmented development.

Your Project

$
$/hr
Traditional Agency
$460,000
5 months to launch
AI-Only
$283,000
3 months (incl. rework)
High Velocity Code
$96,100
1 months to launch

Your Potential Savings

By choosing High Velocity Code

$363,900
vs. Traditional
$186,900
vs. AI-Only

Total Cost Comparison

Traditional Agency$460,000
AI-Only (Lovable/Bolt)$283,000
High Velocity Code$96,100

The “Just Build X” Trap

Skipping proper requirements costs 2-4x in rework. AI-only approaches often deliver something that “works” but doesn't match intent.

Compliance Retrofit Reality

Adding SOC 2/HIPAA after the fact costs $50-100K+. HVC builds it in from day one at no additional cost.

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Quality Comparison

Beyond cost, see how development approaches compare across 5 critical dimensions that determine project success.

88

High Velocity Code Score

Composite score across 5 key dimensions

Dimension Analysis

Requirements Fidelity25% weight
Agency
68
AI-Only
50
Vibe Code
60
HVC
90
Time to Production20% weight
Agency
35
AI-Only
75
Vibe Code
55
HVC
90
Compliance Readiness25% weight
Agency
64
AI-Only
9
Vibe Code
18
HVC
88
Maintainability15% weight
Agency
60
AI-Only
30
Vibe Code
50
HVC
88
Total Cost of Ownership15% weight
Agency
40
AI-Only
55
Vibe Code
65
HVC
80
+60%
vs. Traditional Agency

Higher composite score with faster delivery and built-in compliance

9.8x
Better Compliance

vs. AI-only approaches that miss critical security requirements

71%
Lower True Cost

When factoring in rework, compliance fixes, and maintenance