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Kemp LoadMaster pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $0 per per year (subscription) or perpetual + support in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.

  • Free tier: No free tier available
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training

Hidden Costs Breakdown

1

Annual support renewal fees for perpetual licenses (typically 15-20% of license cost)

2

Throughput tier upgrades if traffic exceeds licensed capacity

3

Additional features like WAF or ESP may cost extra depending on subscription

4

Professional services for deployment and configuration ($3,000-10,000 typical)

5

Training costs for administrators

6

High availability requires second instance with matching license

7

Cloud infrastructure costs for virtual deployments

8

Hardware refresh cycles for appliance deployments

9

PAYG hourly costs can exceed subscription pricing for always-on workloads

Example: True Cost for 25 Users

License (25 × $0 × 12) $0/yr
Implementation (one-time) +$15,000–$50,000
Premium Support (20%) +$0/yr
Training (25 × $500) +$12,500
Admin (part-time) +$15,000–$25,000/yr
Year 1 Total $25,000–$60,000
That's 1.8–2.5× the advertised license price.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What hidden costs should I budget for with Kemp LoadMaster?

Beyond the license fee, budget for implementation ($5K-$100K+), training ($500-$2K per user), premium support (15-20% of license), and admin costs. Most companies see 40-60% higher total cost than the listed price.

02 Does Kemp LoadMaster charge for implementation?

Kemp LoadMaster doesn't include implementation in the license cost. Implementation is typically done by partners and costs range from $5,000 for basic setup to $100,000+ for enterprise deployments with customization.

03 How much does Kemp LoadMaster support cost?

Basic support is included, but premium support (faster response times, 24/7 availability) typically adds 15-20% to your annual contract. This can be thousands of dollars per year for larger deployments.

04 Are there storage costs with Kemp LoadMaster?

Most Kemp LoadMaster plans include limited storage. Once you exceed the included amount, you'll pay overage fees which can range from $50-$500+ per month depending on data volume.

05 What add-ons cost extra with Kemp LoadMaster?

Many features marketed as part of Kemp LoadMaster are actually add-ons: advanced reporting, API access, integrations, and specialized modules. Each can add $10-$100+ per user per month.

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