Crypto Profit Calculator
Calculate profit or loss from cryptocurrency trades.
🎯 Break-even & target price calculator
Before you sell, know your numbers. This calculator tells you the exact price you need to break even (after fees) and the price required to hit a specific profit target — all from the same trade inputs as the main calculator above.
Break-even accounts for buy-side and sell-side fees. Target price is the sell price at which net profit equals your target after both fee legs.
📋 Multi-trade P&L tracker
Track profit and loss across multiple positions in one view. Add a row for each trade and see your combined portfolio P&L — useful for tax season or reviewing a trading period.
| Buy price ($) | Sell price ($) | Amount | Fee (%) | Profit / Loss | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +$7462.50 | |||||
| +$1590.40 |
📐 How profit and ROI are calculated
Crypto profit calculation is straightforward but fees on both sides of a trade are often overlooked. The table below breaks down every component used in this calculator.
| Component | Formula | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | Buy price × amount | The total capital deployed |
| Revenue | Sell price × amount | Gross proceeds before fees |
| Trading fees | (Investment + Revenue) × fee % | Fees charged on both legs of the trade |
| Net profit | Revenue − Investment − Fees | What you actually keep |
| ROI % | (Net profit ÷ Investment) × 100 | Return relative to capital deployed |
| Break-even | (Investment + buy fees) ÷ (1 − fee%) ÷ amount | Minimum sell price to avoid a loss |
Note: this calculator applies the fee percentage to both the buy and sell amounts — reflecting how most spot exchanges charge. Some derivatives platforms charge differently; always check your exchange's fee schedule.
⚠️ 6 common mistakes when calculating crypto profit
A profit calculator gives you accurate numbers — but numbers only help if you ask the right questions. These are the most impactful mistakes traders make when thinking about their P&L.
A 0.1% fee on both sides sounds small but on a $10,000 trade adds up to $20 immediately. On leveraged or frequent trades, fees compound quickly and can turn a winning strategy into a losing one. Always model fees before entering a trade.
Your portfolio showing a gain is unrealised — you only lock in profit when you sell. Prices can reverse sharply in crypto. Treating paper gains as real wealth before selling is one of the most common emotional traps in volatile markets.
In most countries, each sale is a taxable event. The profit you see in this calculator is pre-tax. Depending on your jurisdiction and holding period, capital gains tax (10–37%+) can significantly reduce your take-home return.
Buying more of a falling asset to lower your average entry price (averaging down) can be a valid strategy — but only with clear rules. Without a stop-loss or maximum loss threshold, averaging down on a declining asset can magnify losses.
A 50% gain over two years is roughly 22.5% annualised — far less impressive. Always convert ROI to an annualised figure (CAGR) when comparing against other assets like stocks or real estate to make a fair comparison.
The price you paid for a coin is emotionally significant but the market does not care. Decisions to sell should be based on current outlook and risk management, not on whether you are "back to even" or "just a bit more and I am in profit".
🧾 Crypto tax basics — what triggers a taxable event?
Tax treatment of cryptocurrency varies by country, but the table below covers the most common rules in the US, UK, and most EU jurisdictions. Always consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
| Transaction type | Taxable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Selling crypto for fiat | Yes | Capital gain/loss on the difference between purchase price and sale price. |
| Swapping one crypto for another | Yes | Treated as a disposal at fair market value in most jurisdictions. |
| Receiving staking rewards | Yes | Usually taxed as income at the time of receipt, at fair market value. |
| Mining income | Yes | Treated as self-employment or business income in most countries. |
| Buying crypto with fiat | No | Not a taxable event — establishes your cost basis. |
| Moving crypto between own wallets | No | No disposal occurs; not taxable (though network fees may reduce cost basis). |
| Receiving a gift | No | Usually not taxable on receipt, but cost basis carries over to the recipient. |
❓ Frequently asked questions
Results are estimates based on the inputs provided. This tool does not account for slippage, withdrawal fees, network transaction costs, or exchange-specific fee structures. Tax information is general in nature and does not constitute tax advice — consult a qualified professional for your jurisdiction. Cryptocurrency investments carry a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors.
Calculates the profit or loss from a cryptocurrency trade, accounting for exchange trading fees on both the buy and sell sides. Shows total invested, net profit/loss and ROI percentage.
Profit = (Sell price × amount) − (Buy price × amount) − trading fees ROI% = Profit ÷ Investment × 100