AWS Migration Evaluator
Estimate migration costs
An assessment service (formerly TSO Logic) that collects actual on-premises usage data to build a business case: compares current costs with projected costs on AWS and suggests right-sizing and license usage options.
- Cost$ Low
- Difficulty●●●●●
- Costs money when idle?No
- Managed by AWS
- In examsCLF
Think of it asLike asking an expert to work out whether renting a new house will be cheaper or more expensive than keeping the old one, based on your real utility bills.
When to use it
✓ Use it when
You need a data-backed business case and TCO to convince leadership before migrating.
✗ Avoid it when
You need a detailed inventory of application dependencies → Application Discovery Service; only need price estimates for a few services → Pricing Calculator.
Common uses
- Build a business case for data center migration
- Estimate savings from right-sizing
- Analyze Windows/SQL Server licensing options
What does it cost?
- Pricing model: Free for eligible customers (usually through AWS or a partner).
