Calculate Your Bitcoin Wealth
See how much you would have today if you started investing $50 a week in Bitcoin 5 years ago.
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Choose how much you want to invest regularly — even $10/week works
Set your schedule
Pick how often (weekly, monthly) and a date range to simulate
See your results
Instantly see how much Bitcoin you’d have accumulated and your returns
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Mastering Bitcoin DCA
Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) isn't just a buzzing investment term—it's a time-tested strategy tailored for volatile assets like Bitcoin. By purchasing a fixed dollar amount of Bitcoin at regular intervals, you effectively remove the emotional stress of trying to time the market.
Time in the Market > Timing the Market
History shows that trying to buy the "perfect bottom" is nearly impossible. DCA ensures you catch the lows along with the highs, often resulting in a lower average entry price over time.
Psychological Advantage
When prices drop, human nature is to panic sell. With DCA, a price drop is seen as a discount—your regular buy order simply accumulates more Satoshis for the same dollar cost.
“Bitcoin will do to banks what email did to the postal industry.”— Rick Falkvinge
A History of Volatility
Bitcoin is famous for its cycles, typically revolving around the 4-year "Halving" event. While long-term trends have been up, the journey includes drawdowns of 50%, 70%, or even 80%.
Our calculator uses real historical daily data from Kraken to simulate exactly how a DCA strategy would have performed during these turbulent times. Whether you started at the 2017 peak or the 2020 crash, the results often surprise investors who assume they missed the boat.
Advanced Tips
- Set Amount & Frequency: Choose how much you want to invest (e.g., $50) and how often (Daily, Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly).
- Select Dates: Pick a start date in the past. We support data going back to 2010.
- Adjust Parameters: Add an estimated exchange fee (standard is 0.5% - 1.5%) to see net results.
- Analyze: Check the result cards and explore the interactive chart to see how your portfolio value diverged from your cash input over time.
Disclaimer: This website is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The calculations are based on historical data and do not guarantee future performance. Bitcoin and cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk. Always conduct your own research (DYOR) and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this calculator accurate?
We use real historical daily price data from high-volume exchanges for our 'Live API' mode. However, for dates where data might be missing, we use a closest-match fallback. It is intended for estimation and educational purposes.
Does this include transaction fees?
Yes! You can adjust the 'Fee %' input to simulate exchange fees. Most major exchanges like Coinbase, Kraken, or Binance charge between 0.1% and 1.5% per transaction, which can impact long-term returns.
What is the best frequency for DCA?
Historically, the difference between Daily and Weekly DCA is negligible over multi-year periods. Weekly is often preferred by manual investors to minimize transaction fees and record-keeping effort, while Daily is great for automated setups.
Can I export my data?
Yes! Click the download icon next to the projected investment total to export your full transaction history as a CSV file. The export includes every purchase date, BTC price, amount invested, BTC bought, and portfolio value.