What is a Crypto PnL Calculator?

A Crypto PnL calculator is a tool that computes your gross and net profit or loss for a position. It supports spot trades and, in an advanced version, futures with leverage. Our calculator also outputs ROI (%), price change (%), and your break-even price, so you can quickly assess whether a strategy is viable.

Why you need it

• Speed & accuracy: remove mental math and hidden costs (fees, funding, tax).
• Consistency: compare setups across exchanges and fee tiers.
• Risk control: understand downside, set realistic take-profit and stop-loss levels.

How to Use the Crypto PnL Calculator (Step-by-Step)

1. Go to the Free Crypto Profit Calculator.
2. Enter your investment (or units), buy price, and sell price.
3. Add buy and sell fees (maker/taker). Optional: add a tax rate.
4. For futures (advanced users), open the Strategy Profit Calculator and set your leverage and order types.
5. Read your Units, Cost Basis, Net P/L, ROI, and Break-even.

PnL Math Explained (Formulas)

Spot trading

Units = Investment / BuyPrice
BuyFee = Investment × BuyFeeRate
Proceeds_before_fee = Units × SellPrice
SellFee = Proceeds_before_fee × SellFeeRate

GrossPnL = Proceeds_before_fee − (Investment)
NetPnL   = (Proceeds_before_fee − SellFee) − (Investment + BuyFee)
ROI%     = (NetPnL / (Investment + BuyFee)) × 100
Break-even Sell Price ≈ ( (Investment + BuyFee) / Units ) / (1 − SellFeeRate)
  

Futures (with leverage)

EntryValue = EntryPrice × PositionSize
ExitValue  = ExitPrice × PositionSize
PnL (without fees) = (ExitPrice − EntryPrice) × PositionSize × Side
  where Side = +1 for Long, −1 for Short

Include: Maker/Taker fees on entry & exit, and (if applicable) funding payments.
ROE% (on margin) = (NetPnL / InitialMargin) × 100
Effective Leverage = PositionNotional / InitialMargin
  

Exchange Fees Change Your PnL

Maker/taker fees vary across venues and VIP tiers. When comparing scenarios, keep the fee schedule consistent. If you trade on BYBIT, BITGET, or MEXC, input the exact maker/taker rates you get, including any fee discounts. This alone can move a setup from unprofitable to profitable.

Worked Examples

Spot example

Inputs: Investment $1,000 — Buy $10 — Sell $12 — Buy fee 0.1% — Sell fee 0.1%

• Units = 1000 / 10 = 100
• Buy fee = $1.00; Sell fee (before fee proceeds = 100 × 12 = $1,200) → $1.20
• Net P/L = ($1,200 − $1.20) − ($1,000 + $1.00) = $197.80
• ROI% ≈ 19.58%
• Break-even sell price ≈ $11.02

Futures example (long)

Inputs: Entry $100 — Exit $104 — Position size 1,000 contracts (coin-denominated) — Leverage 10× — taker fee 0.05% each side — no funding

• Gross PnL = (104 − 100) × 1,000 = $4,000
• Fees ≈ (EntryValue $100,000 × 0.0005) + (ExitValue $104,000 × 0.0005) = $50 + $52 = $102
• Net PnL ≈ $3,898; ROE% depends on margin used (InitialMargin).

Best Practices for Accurate PnL

• Use the correct fee tier: maker vs taker, VIP discounts, and promo codes.
• Mind order type: Market orders may include slippage; Limit orders may rebate as maker.
• For futures: include funding payments (positive or negative) and any additional costs.
• Keep records: export fills from your exchange to reconcile with calculator output.

Related Tools & Resources

• Free Crypto Profit Calculator — quick spot PnL, ROI, and break-even.
• Strategy Profit Calculator (Advanced) — simulate fees, order types, and leverage.
• Contact — ask a question or request a feature.
• Registration — create an account for indicator access and updates.
• Home — Crypto Strategy Profit Calculator

FAQ: Crypto PnL Calculator

Is PnL the same as ROI?

No. PnL is an absolute currency value (e.g., $250), while ROI% is relative performance versus your cost basis.

Does your calculator include fees?

Yes. Enter buy/sell fees and the tool will output net PnL. For futures, use the advanced calculator to account for leverage and order-type effects.

How do I compute break-even?

Break-even is the sell price where net PnL becomes zero after fees: see the formula above or just use the calculator to display it automatically.

Can I estimate taxes?

Yes, optionally add a flat tax rate to preview an after-tax result. This is for estimation only and not tax advice.

Which exchanges are supported?

All major venues are supported in principle—just input your actual fees. If you trade on BYBIT, BITGET, or MEXC, be sure to use the correct maker/taker rates for your tier.

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or tax advice. Always do your own research.