DCA vs Lump Sum Calculator
Compare Dollar-Cost Averaging vs. Lump Sum investing in crypto. See how your strategy could grow over time.
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110 years30
Total Invested$70,000
DCA Final Value$138,295
Lump Sum Value$31,058
DCA Advantage+$107,237
DCA Return %+97.6%
Portfolio Growth Comparison
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Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Not financial advice. DYOR.
📖 How to Use the DCA Calculator
- Enter your investment amount — How much you plan to invest each time (e.g., $100 per week).
- Set the frequency — Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly DCA intervals.
- Choose the period — 1 month to 5 years. The chart updates automatically.
- Compare with lump sum — Toggle the lump sum view to see how DCA vs lump sum performs.
- Adjust parameters — Hover over the bars for detailed breakdowns.
💡 Tip: DCA works best in volatile markets. The longer your time horizon, the more effective dollar-cost averaging becomes. Read our full DCA guide for strategy tips.