This **OSRS Herb Profit Calculator** is essential for optimizing your farming runs in Old School RuneScape. Accurately determine the net profit or loss per run by factoring in the total yield, current Grand Exchange prices, and seed/supply costs. Use it to decide which herbs offer the best return on investment.
OSRS Herb Profit Calculator
OSRS Herb Profit Formula:
$$ \text{Profit} \ (F) = (\text{Total Yield} \ (H) \times \text{Herb Price} \ (P)) – \text{Total Run Cost} \ (C) $$
*Formula Source and Related Data:* OSRS Wiki – Herb Farming Guide, RuneScape Price Database (Example Item)
Variables Explained:
- Total Harvested Herbs (H): The expected total number of grimy herbs you collect from all patches in one run.
- Herb Price (P): The Grand Exchange (GE) price of the cleaned herb (or grimy, depending on your goal) at the time of sale.
- Total Run Cost (C): The total cost of all necessary supplies, including all seeds, supercompost/ultracompost, and relevant teleports/protection fees.
- Target Profit (F): The net profit or loss you aim to achieve, or the value calculated by the tool.
What is the OSRS Herb Calculator?
The OSRS Herb Calculator is a critical tool for efficient farming in Old School RuneScape. It moves beyond simple observation by quantifying the profitability of an herb run before you even plant the seeds. Its primary function is to calculate the **net profit (F)** by subtracting the **Total Run Cost (C)** from the **Total Revenue** derived from the **Total Harvested Herbs (H)** multiplied by the **Herb Price (P)**.
In a game where Grand Exchange prices fluctuate constantly, relying on outdated information can lead to significant losses. This calculator allows you to input real-time prices to find your optimal farming strategy, helping you choose between high-profit, high-risk herbs (like Torstol or Snapdragon) and low-profit, low-risk herbs (like Guam or Marrentill). It also ensures consistency for players chasing specific break-even points or maximum gold-per-hour (GP/h) efficiency.
How to Calculate OSRS Herb Profit (Example):
- Determine Inputs: A player plans a Ranarr run. They estimate a Total Yield (H) of 250 herbs. The current Herb Price (P) is 6,000 GP. The Total Run Cost (C) for 9 seeds and supplies is 75,000 GP.
- Calculate Total Revenue: Multiply the yield by the price: $250 \times 6,000 \text{ GP} = 1,500,000 \text{ GP}$.
- Subtract Total Cost: Subtract the total cost from the total revenue: $1,500,000 \text{ GP} – 75,000 \text{ GP} = 1,425,000 \text{ GP}$.
- Determine Profit: The resulting **Target Profit (F)** for this run is 1,425,000 GP. If a player knew the desired profit and had three other variables, the calculator can solve for the missing one, such as the minimum Herb Price (P) needed to hit the target profit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- How do I estimate the Total Harvested Herbs (H)?
H depends on your Farming level and the type of compost used. Higher Farming levels and Ultracompost significantly increase the average yield per patch. For consistent results, use a reliable OSRS Farming calculator to get the expected average yield for your setup.
- Does this calculator include the Grand Exchange Tax?
The standard formula calculates the gross profit before the GE tax (usually 1%). For the most accurate net profit, you should input the Herb Price (P) as the expected price *after* the tax is applied, or subtract the tax from the final calculated profit.
- What is the break-even point for an herb run?
The break-even point occurs when the Target Profit (F) is exactly 0 GP. This means your Total Revenue equals your Total Run Cost. The calculator can solve for the minimum Herb Price (P) or minimum Total Yield (H) needed to achieve this zero-profit point.
- Why is my Total Yield (H) important?
Total Yield is the biggest variable besides price. A high yield dramatically lowers your cost per herb, guaranteeing profit even when prices are lower. Always use the best compost (Ultracompost) and consider using the Magic Secateurs to maximize this variable.