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Work out what your AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, CompTIA or Kubernetes certification will really cost: exam fee, voucher, study materials, retake risk and renewal. No login, and nothing leaves your browser.
Expected total cost to get certified
$213
Includes about 0.42 expected retakes at your pass chance.
| First attempt after discount | $150 |
| Pass first time (exam + materials) | $150 |
| If you need one retake | $300 |
| Cost per year of validity (incl. renewal) | $71 |
Raising your pass chance is usually the cheapest way to cut the total: every retake you avoid saves $150.
Lower your retake risk free: 50 practice questions a dayWays to spend less on your certification
- Check the current exam fee on your vendor's official booking page. Prices vary by country, currency and exam version.
- Ask your employer, training partner or student program about exam vouchers or discounts before you book.
- Be honest about your pass chance. Take a timed practice test first and use your score as a guide.
- A retake often costs as much as the first attempt, so an extra week of practice questions is usually cheaper than failing.
- Look up the renewal rules before you book. Some certifications renew free with an online assessment, others need a paid exam.
Pass the first time
Check where you stand with the exam readiness calculator, plan your weeks with the study plan generator, and try a free practice quiz before you book.
Start free: 50 practice questions a dayFAQ
- How much does a cloud certification exam cost?
- It depends on the vendor, the exam level and your country. Foundational exams usually cost less than associate, professional or specialty exams. Always use the current fee from the official booking page; this calculator does not store vendor prices.
- How is the expected cost worked out?
- The calculator adds your discounted exam fee and study materials, then adds the retake fee weighted by the chance you fail each attempt (up to three retakes). Cost per year divides that total plus any renewal cost by how many years the certification stays valid.
- What is the cheapest way to get certified?
- Use free study resources, look for vouchers, and only book once your practice scores are steady above the passing mark. Avoiding one retake usually saves more than any discount.
- Can I practice for free before paying for the exam?
- Yes. ExamPro Cert Prep has free no-login practice quizzes, and a free account gives you 50 practice questions and 30 flashcards a day with no card required.
- Is ExamPro affiliated with AWS, Microsoft, Google or CompTIA?
- No. ExamPro Cert Prep is independent study material and is not affiliated with AWS, Microsoft, Google, CompTIA or any other exam vendor.