SIP vs Lumpsum Calculator
Compare investing the entire budget today with equal monthly instalments totaling the same budget.
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Results update as you change the inputs. Currency changes the display, not the exchange rate.
How this calculation works
Compare investing the entire budget today with equal monthly instalments totaling the same budget. Uninvested cash in the SIP strategy earns no interest.
How do I use this calculator?
Enter your own figures in each labeled field. Review the assumptions above, then compare the result with a second set of inputs. Reset restores the illustrative example values.
Can I save and compare scenarios?
Save a named scenario below. Select up to two saved scenarios to compare with your current result. Saved inputs stay in this browser; clearing browser data removes them.
What is included in an export?
The CSV includes the input assumptions, numeric results and any detailed schedule. Print creates a browser printout. A copied input link contains your entered values, so share it only with people who should see them.
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Detailed breakdown
Monetary columns use the selected currency; percentages and periods are labeled separately. Displayed values are rounded; exports preserve calculation precision.
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Planning estimates depend on your assumptions. Market returns, lender terms and individual tax outcomes can differ.