Discount Calculator

Calculate discounts, sale prices, and savings. Find original prices, final prices, discount amounts, and percentage discounts for any purchase.

Discount Calculation

Load Example:

Find discount amount and final price from original price and percentage

Discount Results

Enter values to calculate discount

Discount Formulas

Common Calculations

Discount Amount
Discount = Original Price × (Discount % ÷ 100)
Final Price
Final Price = Original Price - Discount Amount
Discount Percentage
Discount % = (Discount Amount ÷ Original Price) × 100
Original Price
Original Price = Final Price ÷ (1 - Discount % ÷ 100)

Discount Examples

  • 10% off $50: Save $5, pay $45
  • 25% off $100: Save $25, pay $75
  • 50% off $200: Save $100, pay $100
  • Buy 2 Get 1 Free: 33.3% discount
  • 20% off + 10% off: Not 30% total
  • Stacked discounts: Apply sequentially

How to Use This Calculator

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1. Select the calculation type you need
  2. 2. Enter the known values in the input fields
  3. 3. Click "Calculate Discount" to see results
  4. 4. View the complete price breakdown
  5. 5. Use examples for common scenarios
  6. 6. Clear all to start a new calculation

Calculation Types

  • Discount Amount: Find savings and final price
  • Original Price: Find original price from sale price
  • Discount Percentage: Calculate discount rate
  • Final Price: Find final price from discount amount

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate multiple discounts?

Multiple discounts are applied sequentially, not added together. For example, 20% off then 10% off the reduced price gives you 28% total savings, not 30%. Apply the first discount, then calculate the second discount on the new price.

What's the difference between discount amount and percentage?

Discount amount is the fixed dollar amount you save (e.g., $10 off), while discount percentage is the relative savings as a percentage of the original price (e.g., 20% off). The percentage helps compare discounts across different price points.

How do I find the original price from a sale price?

Use the "Find Original Price" calculation type. Enter the final price and discount percentage, and the calculator will determine what the original price was before the discount was applied.

Are there limits to discount percentages?

Discount percentages can theoretically go up to 100% (free item), but in practice, most discounts range from 5-50%. Very high discounts (80%+) are often clearance sales or promotional offers. Always verify the original price to ensure the discount is legitimate.