Microsoft’s New Commerce Experience (NCE) continues to reshape how businesses purchase and manage Microsoft cloud services. As of April 1, 2025, Microsoft has implemented several pricing updates aimed at standardizing billing across platforms and encouraging longer-term commitments. This article breaks down the NCE pricing model and provides examples of six popular Microsoft products under the NCE structure.
What Is Microsoft NCE?
The New Commerce Experience (NCE) is Microsoft’s modernized licensing platform for Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Windows 365. It simplifies purchasing, aligns with cloud consumption trends, and introduces new billing terms:
- Month to month commitment (premium flexibility)
- 20% premium charge
- Annual commitment, paid monthly (cost savings)
- 5% premium charge
- Annual commitment, paid up front (maximum savings)
- Two months free compared to the month to month price
NCE Pricing Examples for Six Microsoft Products
Microsoft’s NCE pricing encourages businesses to commit to longer terms for better rates, while still offering flexibility for those who need it. Work with us at xMonthly to simplify the decision-making process and get the most value from your Microsoft investments.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Month to Month Commitment
$26.40
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid monthly)
$23.10
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid upfront)
$22
per user/month
$264
per user/year
Microsoft Teams Essentials
Month to Month Commitment
$4.80
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid monthly)
$4.20
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid upfront)
$4
per user/month
$480
per user/year
Dynamics 365 Business Central Essentials*
Month to Month Commitment
$84
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid monthly)
$73.50
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid upfront)
$70
per user/month
$840
per user/year
Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365
Month to Month Commitment
N/A
only annual plans available
Annual Commitment
(paid monthly)
$31.50
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid upfront)
$30
per user/month
$360
per user/year
*Dynamics 365 Business Central’s pricicing is scheduled to increase this fall. Lock your rate in today! Additionally, migration discounts up to 40% apply for on-premise GP, NAV, and SL clients.
Dynamics 365 Sales Enterprise Edition
Month to Month Commitment
$126
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid monthly)
$110.25
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid upfront)
$105
per user/month
$1260
per user/year
Power Business Intelligence (BI) Pro
Month to Month Commitment
$16.80
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid monthly)
$14.70
per user/month
Annual Commitment
(paid upfront)
$14
per user/month
$168
per user/year
Work with xMonthly to Choose the Right Plan
Not sure how to navigate Microsoft NCE pricing? Let xMonthly licensing experts help simplify the decision. We can help you decide which plan best suits your needs.
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