IT operations

SIEM Log Volume Estimator

Estimate daily log volume and storage needs for SIEM planning. Use this Networking and IT tool to enter your numbers, review the result, and understand the key assumptions before making the next decision.

What you get
A focused calculator, clear explanation, common questions, and useful next tools.
Quick intro
Calculator
Result
Explanation
FAQ
Related tools

Calculator tool

SOC sizing
SIEM Log Volume Estimator
bytes
days
%

Daily ingest

Result

189.54 GB/day

Retention storage

17.06 TB

Monthly ingest

5,686.2 GB

Overhead multiplier

1.35x

Validate EPS and event size with a sample before buying long-term SIEM storage.

How this calculator works
The result depends on the numbers you enter and the assumptions shown below.

The explanation should connect EPS, event size, retention, indexing overhead, and cost planning.

Review the inputs carefully and treat the output as an estimate. For decisions involving money, taxes, health, or security, compare the result with trusted professional guidance when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What is EPS?

EPS means events per second, a common SIEM sizing metric.

Should compression be included?

Yes. Compression and indexing overhead can be advanced assumptions.