Forex Risk/Reward Calculator
Compare a trade's risk at the stop with its potential reward at the target.
Results
Risk/reward ratio
1 : 3.00
Risk
$300.00 (30 pips)
Potential reward
$900.00 (90 pips)
The ratio compares distances only — it does not measure the probability of either outcome.
How it works
Pip distances to the stop and target are multiplied by the value per pip for your position size.
Formula & methodology
Ratio = Reward pips ÷ Risk pips
The ratio is neutral — it isn't labelled good or bad.
Illustrative example
Buy EUR/USD at 1.0850
Stop 1.0820 (30 pips), target 1.0940 (90 pips) → 1 : 3.00.
Hypothetical figures for illustration only.
Frequently asked questions
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