Cost
How Much Does an AI Consultant Cost?
It depends on scope: a software plan, a fixed build, or ongoing fractional leadership. Here is how ArcasyaAI prices each path — no invented market averages.
Direct answer
The short version.
On ArcasyaAI, self-serve platform plans run from Free ($0 forever, 1,000 credits/mo) to Platinum ($1,000/mo). Guided strategy packages, custom dashboards, and OpenClaw/Obsidian setups start at $500. Fractional CTO starts at $500/mo. Hourly consulting roles on our rate card range from $100–$175/hr depending on the work. Broader market quotes vary widely by firm — we only publish what we charge.
Platform plans (credit-based)
ArcasyaAI meters agent work in credits. Published tiers: Free $0 (1,000 credits/mo), Basic $50 (5,000), Pro $100 (10,000), Max $250 (25,000), Max 2X $500 (50,000), Platinum $1,000 (100,000). Paid plans bill overage at $0.015 per credit.
This path fits teams who want AI employees running inside tools they already use, without a custom build engagement.
Fixed builds and strategy
Custom operational dashboards start at $500. OpenClaw + Obsidian personal AI setups start at $500. White-label and larger platform installs are scoped separately — published white-label packages on our services pages list setup and monthly figures where we have set them.
A free AI audit maps the first 2–3 automations before you spend on a build.
Fractional CTO and hourly work
Fractional CTO starts at $500/mo. Published hourly rates include AI Agent Development at $175/hr, AI Consulting & Strategy at $150/hr, Systems Architecture at $140/hr, and other roles down to Training & Workshops at $100/hr.
Ask for a written scope. If a vendor will not show a range before a discovery call, treat that as a signal.
FAQ
Related questions.
Is there a free way to start?
Yes. ArcasyaAI Free includes 1,000 credits/mo and the built-in agents. The AI audit is free and produces a written automation map you keep — hire us or not.
Do credits cover consulting?
Credits meter platform agent work (model calls, tools, voice). Strategy packages, custom dashboards, and fractional CTO are separate service engagements.
Where is the full price list?
Platform tiers are on /pricing. Service floors and rate cards are on the services pages, starting with Fractional CTO & Strategy.
Keep reading
Related.
See what your first moves would cost.
Start with the free audit, or open the published price list.
Free 30-minute audit. You keep the written map.