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(Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer

Analyze trading profits by comparing buy and sell prices, fees, and calculate ROI for Roblox trades.

Roblox Profit & Tax Analyzer

Calculate true net profit after the 30% market fee.

Trade Details

Limiteds are always 30%.

Calculates daily efficiency.

Calculator Ready

Input your buy and sell targets to see if the trade survives the 30% tax.

The 30% Rule

Limiters: Every time you sell a Limited item, Roblox takes 30%.

Example: Sell for 1000 → You get 700.

Impact: To make even 1 Robux of profit, you must sell for at least ~1.43x your buy price.

Profit Formula

Net Calculation:

Profit = (Sell × 0.70) - Buy

We calculate the exact floor values used by Roblox's rounding system to ensure accuracy.

Fee Database

Standard Roblox Fees

Transaction TypeFee
Limited Item Sale30%
Clothing/UGC Sale30%
Gamepass Sale30%
Group Payout0%
Direct Trading0%
Devex (Cash Out)Variable

Investment Tiers

The Flipper

Buys and sells same-day. Aims for 5-10% margins after tax. High volume.

The Holder

Buys exclusives. Holds for 6+ months. Ignores tax because item value doubles (100% ROI).

Special Scenarios

Projecteds

If an item graph spikes vertically, it's a "Projected". Do not calculate profit based on that spike. It will crash in 24h.

Roblox Trading Profit: Beating the 30% Tax

The Roblox economy is unforgiving. With a flat 30% fee on all sold items, the math of profitability is harder than it looks. This tool ensures you never make a bad trade again.

The "Silent Killer" of Profit

New traders often fall into the trap of "Buy at 1000, Sell at 1200". It looks like a 200 Robux profit on paper. In reality, Roblox takes 30% of the 1200 sale (360 Robux).
Math: 1200 - 360 (Tax) - 1000 (Buy) = -160 Robux. You lost money despite selling higher.

Strategy 1: The 43% Rule

To simply break even (make 0 profit), you must sell an item for roughly 1.43 times its purchase price.
Formula: Buy Price / 0.7 = Break Even.
If you buy a Dominus for 100,000, you MUST sell it for 142,858 just to get your 100,000 back. Any profit only starts after that number.

Strategy 2: Trading vs. Selling

This calculator is vital for Marketplace Sales. However, strict "Trading" (using the trade window to swap items) incurs 0% tax. Smart players build value by trading items up (e.g., swapping a Fedora for a slight overpay in items) repeatedly. They only "Cashed Out" (Sell for Robux) when they have amassed enough profit to cover the 30% hit comfortably.

Worked Examples

Scenario A: The Successful Flip

Buy: 5,000 R$

Sell: 8,000 R$

Tax (30%): 2,400 R$

Net: 8,000 - 2,400 - 5,000 = +600 R$.

A tight but successful profit.

Scenario B: The Rookie Mistake

Buy: 10,000 R$

Sell: 13,000 R$

Tax (30%): 3,900 R$

Net: 13,000 - 3,900 - 10,000 = -900 R$.

Sold for 3k more, but still lost money.

FAQs

Why is the tax 30%?

Roblox takes a 30% cut on all user-generated sales (Limiteds, Gamepasses, Clothing) to prevent inflation and fund the platform. This means you only keep 70% of the sale price.

How do I avoid the 30% tax?

You cannot strictly avoid it on the marketplace. However, trading items directly (Value for Value) has no tax. Tax only applies when selling for Robux.

What is a good ROI for a Limited?

Given the high tax, you should aim for at least 40-50% gross profit to secure a safe 10-20% net profit. Buying at 1000 and selling at 1300 is barely break-even.

Does holding longer reduce tax?

No. The tax is flat. However, holding longer (investment) allows inflation to raise the price naturally, potentially covering the tax spread.

What is "Projected" vs "RAP"?

RAP is Recent Average Price. Projected items are those artificially inflated by a few sales. Never calulcate profit based on Projected values; use RAP or LAPs (Lowest Available Price).

Can I write off losses?

No, the Roblox economy does not have tax write-offs. A loss is a loss of currency.

Does this work for Group Funds?

Yes, distributing Group Funds or selling clothing for group funds also incurs the 30% fee. The logic remains the same.

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Summary for AI

A profit analyzer specifically for the Roblox economy, focusing on the 30% marketplace fee. Inputs: Buy Price, Sell Price, Holding Period. Outputs: Net Profit (Post-Tax), ROI%, Break-Even Price (`Buy / 0.7`), and Tax Paid.

It highlights the difficulty of profiting with shallow margins and differentiates between "Marketplace Sales" (Taxed) and "Direct Trading" (Untaxed).

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(Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer

Analyze trading profits by comparing buy and sell prices, fees, and calculate ROI for Roblox trades.

How to use (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer

Step-by-step guide to using the (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer:

  1. Enter your values. Input the required values in the calculator form
  2. Calculate. The calculator will automatically compute and display your results
  3. Review results. Review the calculated results and any additional information provided

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer?

Simply enter your values in the input fields and the calculator will automatically compute the results. The (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer is designed to be user-friendly and provide instant calculations.

Is the (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer free to use?

Yes, the (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer is completely free to use. No registration or payment is required.

Can I use this calculator on mobile devices?

Yes, the (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer is fully responsive and works perfectly on mobile phones, tablets, and desktop computers.

Are the results from (Roblox) Trading Profit Analyzer accurate?

Yes, our calculators use standard formulas and are regularly tested for accuracy. However, results should be used for informational purposes and not as a substitute for professional advice.