Frequently Asked Questions

Tekpon is a software marketplace plus a human-led buying service. You can research tools, compare pricing, and get expert help to buy at better rates. The platform includes detailed profiles, side-by-side comparisons, and an AI summary of what the web says about each product.

Yes for services. Procurement recommendations and negotiations are independent of vendors. In the marketplace, some listings can be sponsored and Tekpon may earn affiliate commissions, but these do not affect procurement work or how we advise clients. Sponsored items are labeled.

We handle discovery, vendor shortlists, and direct negotiations to deliver custom offers, often beating public rates. Many buyers see savings of up to 40 percent compared with going direct.

Pricing: Start $3,000/year, Scale $5,000/year, Strategy $12,000/year.

Yes. We review your stack, find waste, negotiate renewals, and recommend upgrades or replacements when it makes sense.

Yes. Upgrade any time by paying the difference.

A membership that lets you book 1-to-1 calls with vetted software and go-to-market pros for practical guidance on tool selection and stack decisions.

The Starter plan is $299/year. It’s designed to be budget-friendly for SMBs and startups that want on-demand help.

Experienced founders and operators across software categories. Expert profiles highlight real backgrounds and results so you know who you’re speaking with.

Pricing, features, use cases, pros and cons, alternatives, related tools, user reviews when available, an AI summary of web sentiment, and a Get Expert Help option to get help buying.

An AI summary of public reviews and discussions across the web that surfaces common pros, cons, and overall sentiment in minutes. It is not based on Tekpon user reviews.

Yes. Create a free account, use a paid plan or a full-feature trial, and submit a respectful, helpful review. Demo-only experiences aren’t accepted.

You can edit the original review within 1 hour. After that, you can post updates or added notes. Reviews that include hate speech, spam, plagiarism, or conflicts of interest may be removed.

You get one main review with a star rating per product, plus as many follow-up updates as you need.

Create an account with your company email, verify it, open your dashboard, go to My Software, select Claim Software, and submit. Claims are approved after a quick manual check.

Use Get Listed in the header. A one-time listing fee applies. See the page for the current price and the checklist of fields we require, including product name, description, ideal customer, deployment, and contact details.

Yes on the marketplace side, clearly labeled. This supports the directory while our procurement service stays fully independent for buyers.

Yes, Tekpon’s marketplace can include affiliate links. This helps keep research free for users and doesn’t affect our client-side negotiations or service recommendations.

Promotions and coupons from vendors. Some are exclusive to Tekpon. If you want something better, use Procurement Services and we’ll negotiate.

Tekpon Awards is a black-tie gala and three-day event celebrating SaaS and AI excellence. It usually runs in June, in Bucharest, Romania, gathering up to 1,000 executives, founders, and investors.

See the 2025 experience here.

Our flagship event where software buyers and founders meet for workshops, keynotes, and real networking. The Summit reinforces Tekpon’s community and often features 1,000+ leaders.

Yes for research features like “User Sentiment” that summarize public chatter. Buying advice, vendor negotiations, and final recommendations are handled by real people.

See our Terms and Privacy Policy for GDPR and CCPA details. They cover data handling, disclosures, and user rights.

Yes. Book a short call for tailored help choosing tools or planning a negotiation.

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