Crypto Profit Calculator – Gains and ROI
Calculate profit, loss, and ROI on any cryptocurrency investment or trade.
₿ Finance📐 Profit = (Sell - Buy) × Quantity - Fees
Buy price per coin ($)
Sell price per coin ($)
Quantity
Fees ($)
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Formula & Reference
| Variable | Formula | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto Profit Calculator – Gains and ROI | Profit = (Sell - Buy) × Quantity - Fees | $ |
Step-by-Step Examples
Example 1
0.5 BTC, $30K to $50K
0.5 BTC bought at $30K, sold at $50K.
- Profit: $10,000 | ROI: 66.7% | Capital gains tax applies
✓ $10,000 profit
Example 2
ETH $2K to $1.2K, 1 ETH
Bought at $2K, sold at $1.2K.
- Loss: -$800 | -40% | May offset other gains
✓ $800 loss
Example 3
Altcoin 100x
Buy $500, sell $50,000.
- Profit: $49,500 | ROI: 9,900%
✓ $49,500 profit
Real-World Applications
Crypto Investors
Calculate profit and ROI on trades.
Traders
Track gains and losses.
Tax Filers
Calculate capital gains for reporting.
Portfolio
Compare crypto vs other investments.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Not tracking cost basis
Every trade is a taxable event in the US. Track exact buy price, date, and fees.
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Ignoring fees
Exchange fees, gas fees, transfer fees all reduce real returns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is crypto taxed? ▾
Yes in the US. Treated as property. Short-term (<1yr): ordinary income. Long-term (1yr+): 0%, 15%, or 20% capital gains.
Crypto losses deductible? ▾
Losses offset capital gains. Up to $3,000 excess can offset ordinary income per year. Remainder carries forward.
Best crypto tax tools? ▾
Koinly, TaxBit, CoinTracker. They import from exchanges and generate tax reports.