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Discount Calculator

Discount Calculator

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A free online discount calculator to find sale prices and savings amounts. Used by shoppers comparing deals, retailers planning promotions, and anyone calculating how much they’ll save on discounted items.

Discount Calculator

Calculate discount amount and final sale price.

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For example, for a $100 item with 25% discount, enter 100 as the original price and 25 as the discount percentage. You save $25, final price is $75.

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How to Calculate Discounts

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To calculate a discount, multiply the original price by the discount percentage and divide by 100:

Discount Amount: Discount = Original Price × (Discount % / 100)

Final Price: Sale Price = Original Price - Discount Amount

Examples

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  • **100with25100 with 25% off**: Discount = 25, Final Price = $75
  • **50with3050 with 30% off**: Discount = 15, Final Price = $35
  • **200with40200 with 40% off**: Discount = 80, Final Price = $120
  • **75with2075 with 20% off**: Discount = 15, Final Price = $60

Quick Discount Reference

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Original Price10% Off20% Off25% Off30% Off50% Off
$20$18$16$15$14$10
$50$45$40$37.50$35$25
$100$90$80$75$70$50
$200$180$160$150$140$100
$500$450$400$375$350$250

Common Shopping Discounts

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Retail Sales

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  • Clearance: 40-70% off
  • Seasonal sales: 20-50% off
  • Holiday sales: 25-40% off
  • Flash sales: 30-60% off

Loyalty Programs

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  • Member discounts: 10-20% off
  • Student discounts: 10-15% off
  • Senior discounts: 5-15% off
  • Employee discounts: 20-40% off

Online Shopping

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  • First purchase: 10-20% off
  • Email signup: 10-15% off
  • Abandoned cart: 10-25% off
  • Black Friday: 30-70% off

Stacking Discounts

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Multiple Discounts

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When applying multiple discounts, they’re typically applied sequentially, not added together.

Example: 20% off + 10% off on $100

  • First discount: 100−20100 - 20% = 80
  • Second discount: 80−1080 - 10% = 72
  • Not 100−30100 - 30% = 70

Coupon + Sale Combinations

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Some retailers allow stacking coupons with sale prices. Always read terms carefully.

Shopping Tips

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  1. Compare before you buy: Calculate final prices to compare deals
  2. Consider quantity discounts: Buy more to save more (if you need it)
  3. Watch for hidden costs: Factor in shipping, tax, and fees
  4. Know regular prices: Understand if the discount is truly a deal
  5. Check return policies: Ensure you can return sale items if needed

Real World Examples

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Example 1: Clothing Sale

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Original price: $80 jacket with 35% off

  • Discount: 80×0.35=80 × 0.35 = 28
  • Final price: 80−80 - 28 = $52
  • You save: $28

Example 2: Electronics Deal

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Original price: $500 laptop with 15% off

  • Discount: 500×0.15=500 × 0.15 = 75
  • Final price: 500−500 - 75 = $425
  • You save: $75

Example 3: Grocery Savings

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Original price: $150 grocery bill with 20% off coupon

  • Discount: 150×0.20=150 × 0.20 = 30
  • Final price: 150−150 - 30 = $120
  • You save: $30

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I calculate the final price after a discount?

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Multiply the original price by the discount percentage, subtract that from the original price. Or use the shortcut: multiply by (100% - discount%). For 30% off 100:100: 100 × 0.70 = $70.

What does 25% off mean?

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25% off means you pay 75% of the original price. For a 100item,yousave100 item, you save 25 and pay $75.

How do stacked discounts work?

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Stacked discounts apply sequentially, not cumulatively. A 20% discount followed by 10% off is less than 30% total off.

Can I calculate discount from final price?

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Yes! If you know the final price and discount percentage, divide the final price by (1 - discount%). For 75after2575 after 25% off: 75 ÷ 0.75 = $100 original.

What’s the difference between discount and markdown?

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They’re similar - both reduce price. Markdown typically refers to permanent price reductions, while discounts are often temporary promotions.

How do I know if a discount is worth it?

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Compare the final price to competitors, consider if you need the item, and check if the original price is inflated. Research typical prices before buying.

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