Discount Calculator

How to Calculate the Discount?

To calculate a discount manually, you’ll typically follow one of two formulas depending on the type of discount:

1- For a percentage discount:

Discount Amount = Original Price × (Discount Percentage​ / 100)

Then,

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

2- For a fixed amount discount:

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

While the formulas are simple, doing the math repeatedly (especially for multiple products or variable rates) can be tedious. That’s where a percent discount calculator or discount rate calculator comes in handy — it handles the numbers for you instantly and accurately.

How to Use the Discount Calculator?

Using our discount calculator online is effortless:

1. Enter the price before discount – the original cost of your product or service.
2. Choose your discount type – select whether the discount is a Percentage Off or a Fixed Amount.
3. Input your discount value – either the percentage or the fixed amount you’re deducting.
4. Click “Calculate Discount” – and instantly see your:
   • Original price
   • Discount type
   • Discount percentage
   • Saved amount
   • Final price after the discount

Our percentage discount calculator also displays an easy-to-read chart so you can visualize how much of the price you’re actually saving.

Examples of Calculating a Discount

Let’s make it real with a couple of simple stories:

Example 1 – The Percentage Off Discount

Sarah found a jacket she loves priced at $120, but the store is offering 25% off.

Using the percentage discount calculator, she enters the price ($120) and the discount (25%).

• Discount Amount = 120 × 25% = $30 
• Final Price = 120 − 30 = $90 

Sarah quickly sees that she saves $30 and pays $90. Easy, fast, and accurate.

Example 2 – The Fixed Amount Discount

David is buying a pair of headphones for $150, and he has a $20 coupon code.

He selects “Fixed Amount” in the discount calculator, enters $150 as the price, and $20 as the discount.

• Final Price = 150 − 20 = $130 

David instantly learns that he’s saving $20, bringing his total down to $130.

These examples show how our discount percentage calculator and discount rate calculator help you avoid overpaying and make smarter buying decisions.

Disclaimer

This discount calculator and its results are for informational and educational purposes only. While every effort is made for accuracy, calculations may vary slightly depending on rounding or currency differences. Always verify results before making financial or business decisions.

FAQs

What is the discount calculator?

A discount calculator is an online tool that helps you quickly find the final price after a discount.

It automatically shows you the amount saved, the discount rate, and your final price — whether the discount is a percentage or a fixed amount.

How to calculate a discount on a calculator?

To calculate a discount using the calculator:

1. Enter the original price. 
2. Choose the discount type – Percentage Off or Fixed Amount. 
3. Enter the discount value. 
4. Click “Calculate Discount.”

The calculator will instantly display your original price, the discount percentage, the amount saved, and the final price.

What is the formula for calculating a discount with an example?

There are two main formulas:

1- Percentage Discount:

Discount Amount = Original Price × (Discount Percentage/100)

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

Example:

A jacket costs $120 with 25% off.

Discount Amount = 120 × (25 / 100) = $30

Final Price = 120 − 30 = $90

2- Fixed Amount Discount:

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

Example:

Headphones cost $150, and there’s a $20 coupon.

Final Price = 150 − 20 = $130

How to calculate the discount price?

You can estimate the discount price by subtracting the discount amount from the original price: 

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

What is the easiest way to calculate discounts?

The easiest way is to use the Enerpize online discount calculator, which does all the math for you instantly and accurately.

If done manually, multiply the price by the discount percentage, then subtract that amount from the original price.

How do I calculate the discount rate?

If you know the original price and the discounted price, use:

Discount Rate = (Discount Amount Original Price)×100

Example: Original $100 → Now $80

Discount Amount = 20 → (20 ÷ 100) × 100 = 20% discount

How to calculate 7% off a price?

To calculate 7% discount:

Discount Amount = Price × 0.07 

Final Price = Price − Discount Amount

Example: $200 × 0.07 = $14 → $200 − $14 = $186

How do I take 20% off a price?

Multiply the price by 0.20 to find the discount, then subtract it:

Example: $100 × 0.20 = $20 

Final price =  $100 − $20 = $80

How to apply for a 40% discount?

Multiply the original price by 0.40 to find the discount, then subtract it from the price:

Example: $300 × 0.40 = $120 → $300 − $120 = $180

How to do a 50 percent discount?

A 50% discount means you pay half the price.

Final Price=Original Price×0.5

Example: $80 × 0.5 = $40

What is 30 dollars with a 20% discount?

To calculate the 20% discount of 30 dollars:

Discount = 30 × 0.20 = $6

Final Price = 30 − 6 = $24

How to calculate 25% discount?

Discount Amount = Price × 0.25 

Final Price = Price − Discount Amount

Example: $100 × 0.25 = $25 

Final Price = $100 − $25 = $75

What's 20 percent off $250?

Discount Amount = Original Price × (Discount Percentage/100)

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

Discount = 250 × 0.20 = $50

Final Price = 250 − 50 = $200

What is the 20% discount of $200?

Discount Amount = Original Price × (Discount Percentage/100)

Final Price = Original Price − Discount Amount

Discount = 200 × 0.20 = $40

Final Price = 200 − 40 = $160