Introduction
Terraform's Azure cost estimator is a tool designed to provide a general estimate of the cost of Azure resources defined in Terraform configurations. It achieves this by mapping these resources to their corresponding Azure services and using Azure's public pricing information.
While the cost estimator is a valuable tool for getting a rough idea of Azure infrastructure costs, it's crucial to understand its limitations. The cost estimator does not consider any specific pricing agreements or discounts that a company may have with Azure, such as an Enterprise Agreement or Reserved Instances. Therefore, the cost estimates provided are based on the general public pricing and should be used as a general guide.
Recommendation
For more precise cost predictions that consider specific pricing agreements and reservations, It is recommended to use Azure's own cost management tools. These tools can provide a more detailed and accurate view of Azure costs, taking into account any specific pricing agreements and reservations.
Additional Information
For more information on Azure Cost Management, refer to the Azure Cost Management documentation.