Risk/Reward Calculator
Express a trade idea as a ratio between stop distance and target distance.
Risk/Reward Calculator
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Risk / reward ratio
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How to use it
- 1Enter the stop-loss distance in pips.
- 2Enter the take-profit distance in pips.
Formula
Ratio = Target distance ÷ Stop distance
Worked example
A 30-pip stop with a 60-pip target is a 2.0 risk/reward ratio.
Why it matters
Risk/reward is only meaningful alongside win rate. A high ratio with a low hit rate can perform worse than the reverse.
This calculator is an educational utility, not personalised financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
What ratio is good?
There is no universal answer — it depends entirely on how often the strategy reaches its target.