DCA Calculator

Simulate dollar-cost averaging. Enter your periodic investment and expected price range.

Amount per Purchase ($)

Number of Purchases

Start Price ($)

End Price ($)

Lowest Price in Range ($)

Total Invested$1,200

Total Coins0.04500

Average Cost per Coin$26,667

Current Value$2,025

Profit / Loss+$825

ROI+68.75%

vs Lump Sum ROI+50.00%

This simulation assumes a V-shaped price curve (start → low → end). Real DCA results depend on actual price movements.

FAQ

What is dollar-cost averaging?▼

DCA means investing a fixed amount at regular intervals regardless of price. You buy more when prices are low and less when prices are high, which can reduce the impact of volatility and lower your average cost.

Is DCA better than lump sum?▼

Historically, lump sum investing outperforms DCA about 2/3 of the time because markets tend to go up. However, DCA reduces timing risk and is psychologically easier. It's especially useful in volatile markets like crypto.