Unlike Forex, crypto contract sizes vary significantly by broker (e.g. 1 lot = 1 BTC or 1 lot = 100 BTC). Use this calculator to determine your exact position size and risk before executing a trade.
Amount at Risk
Position Size (Coins)
MT4 / MT5 Lot Size
Unlike traditional forex pairs where 1 standard lot usually equals 100,000 units, cryptocurrency contract sizes vary drastically between brokers. For some, 1 lot = 1 BTC, while others define 1 lot = 100 BTC. It is critical to know your broker's specific contract size to calculate exact risk.
1. Enter your total account balance.
2. Define your risk percentage (e.g., 1% or 2%).
3. Input your planned Entry Price and Stop Loss Price.
4. Crucially, input the Contract Size for your broker.
5. Click Calculate to see exactly how many lots you should trade.
Download the complete quantitative guide: Position Sizing Formulas, Prop Firm Drawdown Rules, and MQL5 Parameter Cheat Sheets.
