Free SaaS Startup Runway & Burn Rate Calculator
Calculate cash runway months, net burn rates, and break-even timelines for startups.
Calculate Startup Cash Runway & Burn Rate
Managing cash runway is critical for startup founders, CFOs, and financial planners. Knowing how many months of cash remain before zero-balance helps teams plan hiring, software budgets, and fundraising rounds.
Our free SaaS runway calculator calculates gross burn, net burn rate, cash depletion timelines, and growth projections with clear visualizations.
Key Benefits & Features
Calculates remaining months before cash depletion based on monthly expenses.
Factors in monthly recurring revenue (MRR) growth percentage to project break-even points.
Visualizes cash balance projections month-by-month.
How to Use the SaaS Runway & Burn Rate Calculator Step-by-Step
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Enter Cash Balance: Input current cash reserves ($).
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Enter Monthly Expenses: Input gross monthly expenses ($) and current MRR ($).
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Calculate Runway: Click "Calculate Runway" to view remaining months and charts.
Practical Examples
Cash: $250,000, Gross Burn: $20,000/mo, MRR: $5,000/mo
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between gross burn and net burn?▼
Gross burn is your total monthly operational expense, while net burn is gross expenses minus total monthly revenue.
How much cash runway should a SaaS startup maintain?▼
Most venture-backed and bootstrapped SaaS startups aim to maintain 18 to 24 months of cash runway.
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