SaaS

LTV CAC Calculator

Estimate SaaS customer lifetime value, CAC ratio, and payback period.

Use this LTV CAC calculator to estimate contribution-based LTV from ARPA, gross margin, and churn, then compare it with customer acquisition cost.

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LTV CAC Calculator

Use this LTV CAC calculator to estimate contribution-based LTV from ARPA, gross margin, and churn, then compare it with customer acquisition cost.

How to use

Quick steps

  1. Enter average revenue per account, gross margin, monthly churn, customer acquisition cost.
  2. Review the instant answer block and supporting calculations.
  3. Compare the result with related tools in the same category before making a decision.

Formula

How this calculator works

LTV = (ARPA x gross margin) / churn, LTV CAC ratio = LTV / CAC

This simple SaaS model assumes steady churn and contribution margin. Segment-level LTV is often more accurate.

FAQ

Common questions

How does the ltv cac calculator work?

It uses LTV = (ARPA x gross margin) / churn, LTV CAC ratio = LTV / CAC. Enter average revenue per account, gross margin, monthly churn, and customer acquisition cost to generate an instant estimate.

When should I use this ltv cac calculator?

Estimate SaaS customer lifetime value, CAC ratio, and payback period.

What should I keep in mind?

This simple SaaS model assumes steady churn and contribution margin. Segment-level LTV is often more accurate.