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How Much Does AI Automation Cost in 2026? Real Numbers

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TL;DR: simple two-app flow $500-1,500. Multi-step business process $1,000-3,000. Custom pipeline with AI and error handling $3,000-8,000. Full custom system replacing a manual back office $8,000-25,000. Running costs $50-200/month for most small businesses. The number that surprises people is not t…

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  1. 2026-09-11 13:00 · DEV Community — AI
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