The Win Rate & Profitability Calculator shows whether your trading strategy is actually profitable. Enter your win rate, average win and average loss to get your expected value per trade and breakeven win rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a high win rate to be profitable?
No — a 40% win rate can be profitable if your winners are significantly larger than your losers. Expected value (EV) is what matters, not win rate alone.
What is expected value in trading?
Expected value = (Win Rate × Avg Win) − (Loss Rate × Avg Loss). A positive EV means your strategy is profitable over many trades.
What is a good risk-reward ratio?
Minimum 1:1.5 (risk $1 to make $1.50). Many professional traders aim for 1:2 or better. Higher R:R means you can be profitable with a lower win rate.
What win rate do I need to break even?
It depends on your risk-reward ratio. With 1:1 R:R you need 50%. With 1:2 R:R you only need 33%. The calculator shows your exact breakeven win rate.