Pricing

Break-even Calculator

Bought a new printer or booked a craft fair? See how many sales it takes to break even, and the profit after that.

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One-off costs to recover (printer, stall fee, tooling).
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$
Your per-unit cost incl. fees.

Results update as you type — no button needed.

Result

  • Profit per unit
  • Revenue at break-even
Units to break even

How it's calculated

Profit per unit = price − cost. Units to break even = fixed costs ÷ profit per unit (rounded up).

Assumptions
  • Assumes price and per-unit cost stay constant across all units.

FAQ

What if profit per unit is zero or negative?
Then you can never break even at that price — you lose money on every sale. Raise the price or cut cost first.

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