See how time and costs really affect your pricing
Pricing your products can feel overwhelming - especially when you're trying to balance materials, time, and profit. This simple calculator is designed to help you quickly see how those pieces fit together.
It's not about telling you what to charge. It's about helping you understand what your products actually cost you to make.
How to use it
- Make sure you are signed into a Google account
- Click "Make a copy" when prompted
- Use your copy to enter values safely
On phones, Google may ask you to download the Sheets app. Once installed, you can make a copy and use the calculator.
Enter:
- Your material cost per item
- The time it takes you to make one product
- The hourly rate you'd like to pay yourself
- Your desired profit margin
The calculator will show you:
- The cost of your time
- The total cost per item
- A suggested selling price based on your inputs
Who this is for
This calculator is ideal if you:
- Make physical products
- Struggle to price your time confidently
- Want a clearer starting point for pricing decisions
A gentle note
This is a simple calculator - designed as a starting point. It doesn't account for every hidden cost or long-term business consideration.
If this bring up a few "oh..." moments, you're not alone.
Next step
If you'd like a deeper breakdown of pricing your time sustainably - including hidden work, decision-making, and long term impact - you may find the full guide helpful.