SmartBear Delivered 227% ROI

An independent Forrester Total Economic Impact™ study reveals how Swagger, SmartBear’s API platform, delivers measurable business value.

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In December 2025, SmartBear commissioned Forrester Consulting to evaluate the real-world impact of SmartBear’s API solutions, and the study found compelling results:

  • 227% ROI
  • $1.1M in net present value over three years
  • 7-month payback period - for a composite organization based on interviewed customers

Teams also saw major efficiency gains, including faster API development, increased API reuse, and reduced time spent on testing, documentation, and support—freeing developers to focus on higher-value work.

faster API Development
50%
API reusability by year 3
30%
reduction in consumer support time
70%

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