Subscription Shock – Visualize the true 5-year cost of your subscriptions

Summary: Subscription Shock is a free, client-side calculator that converts monthly subscription expenses into their 1-year and 5-year financial equivalents, illustrating their long-term cost through relatable purchase comparisons. It runs entirely in the browser without sending data externally, using Vanilla JavaScript and TailwindCSS.

What it does

It calculates the cumulative cost of recurring monthly subscriptions over 1 and 5 years and translates these totals into equivalent high-value items like electronics or travel expenses to provide context.

Who it's for

Individuals seeking to understand and manage the long-term financial impact of their recurring subscriptions.

Why it matters

It reveals the often underestimated cumulative cost of small monthly subscriptions, aiding users in making informed budgeting decisions.