Check whether any trade is actually fair before you agree to it. Add what each side is offering, hit calculate, and get an instant value breakdown with a visual balance meter and a plain-English verdict.

How the Trade Calculator Works

The calculator adds up the value of everything on Side A and everything on Side B, then compares the two totals. The closer the totals are, the more balanced the trade. A split within about 5 percentage points of even is treated as fair, 6 to 15 points leans toward one side, and anything beyond that is flagged as lopsided.

1. List everything Side A is offering, with an estimated value for each item.
2. List everything Side B is offering, with an estimated value for each item.
3. Click Calculate Trade.
4. Check the balance meter and read the verdict underneath it.
5. Adjust items or values and recalculate until both sides feel fair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a trade calculator?

A trade calculator is a tool that compares the value of what each side is offering in a trade so you can see whether the exchange is balanced before you agree to it.

How does a trade calculator work?

It adds up the value assigned to every item on each side, compares the two totals, and expresses the result as a percentage split and a fairness verdict.

How do I use a trade calculator?

Add every item being offered on each side along with an estimated value, click calculate, then review the balance meter and verdict to see how close the trade is to even.

What values should I enter for each item?

Use any consistent scale, such as 0 to 100, as long as you apply it the same way to every item on both sides. The result is only as accurate as the values you assign.

Are trade calculator results always accurate?

No. Every result depends entirely on the values you enter. The calculator is a decision-support tool, not a guaranteed valuation, so use it alongside your own research and judgment.

Can I use this for any type of trade?

Yes. It works for any exchange where you can assign a comparable value to each item, from collectibles and in-game items to general bartering situations.

What counts as a fair trade?

A trade is generally considered fair when the total value on each side is within about 5 percentage points of an even split. Wider gaps mean one side is giving up more relative value.

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