Calculate your poker ROI
Enter the total buy-in and cash-out for a session.
ROI appears after both amounts are entered.
How to calculate poker ROI
Poker ROI measures profit relative to the amount invested. Subtract the buy-in from the cash-out to find profit, divide that profit by the buy-in and multiply the result by 100.
For example, a total buy-in of 100 and cash-out of 125 creates 25 profit. Dividing 25 by 100 produces an ROI of 25%. A cash-out below the buy-in produces a negative ROI.
- Profit = cash-out minus buy-in
- ROI = profit divided by buy-in × 100
- A positive ROI indicates profit
- A negative ROI indicates a loss
Tournament ROI and session ROI
Tournament players commonly calculate ROI across many entries by comparing total profit with total buy-ins. The same formula can also describe one completed session.
A single result is not enough to evaluate long-term performance. Sample size, stakes, fees, game format and variance all affect how useful the percentage is.
Track ROI automatically
The calculator gives a quick standalone result. A bankroll tracker keeps every result together and calculates ROI across selected periods without manual spreadsheets.
Bankrollary also records duration, hourly rate, platforms and currencies, helping you review ROI alongside the rest of your session data.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good poker ROI?
There is no universal target. Game format, stakes, fees, skill level and sample size all influence sustainable ROI.
Can poker ROI be negative?
Yes. When cash-out is lower than buy-in, profit and ROI are negative.
Why is ROI unavailable with a zero buy-in?
ROI requires division by the invested amount. Dividing by zero is undefined, so a positive buy-in is required.
Does a high ROI guarantee future profit?
No. Historical ROI describes past results and does not guarantee future outcomes.