5 Tips for Calculating Discounts and Saving Money

How to Calculate Discounts Correctly

1. Stacked Discounts

A 20% discount + 10% discount ≠ 30%. The actual calculation: price × 0.8 × 0.9 = 28% off.

2. Compare Price per Unit

For "3 for the price of 2" promotions, calculate the cost per item.

3. Percent of What?

A 50% discount on $100 = $50, but a 50% discount on the already-discounted price of $50 = $25.

4. Account for Additional Costs

Shipping, fees, and packaging can eat into the savings from a discount.

5. Use a Calculator

Get accurate results with the Discount Calculator.

See also: Percentage Calculator, Tip Calculator