Options Break-Even Calculator

Find your break-even price and required move for options

Uses & Examples

When to Use This Tool

Finding the exact stock price where your option starts making money
Checking if the required move is realistic before buying an option
Comparing OTM vs ATM options — which break-even is more achievable?
Quick gut check: does the stock need to move 5% or 15% for you to profit?

Worked Example

Worked Example

Call option | Strike: $100 | Premium: $5

Break-even: $100 + $5 = $105.00

Move needed: ($105 − $100) ÷ $100 = 5.0%

The stock must rise above $105 for you to profit at expiration.

Max loss per contract: $5 × 100 = $500