Bybit Position Size Calculator

Risk-based sizing ยท Stop loss ยท Max loss control

Size your Bybit perpetual futures position based on max acceptable loss and stop distance. Never risk more than planned.

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Position sizing for Bybit traders

With 100ร— available on Bybit, it is tempting to use high leverage and take large positions. But position size should be determined by risk tolerance, not leverage. The risk-based sizing formula:

  • Max loss = accountBalance ร— riskPercent%
  • Stop distance = |entry โˆ’ stop| / entry
  • Position size = maxLoss / stopDistance

This formula ensures that if your stop loss triggers, you lose exactly your planned risk percentage โ€” regardless of what leverage you use. On Bybit, set your stop loss order immediately after opening a position to enforce the limit automatically.

Bybit fee structure

Bybit charges maker fee 0.01% and taker fee 0.06% on perpetual futures. Maximum available leverage is 100ร—. This calculator pre-fills these defaults so you get accurate results without needing to look up the fee schedule. If you are on a VIP tier with discounted fees, adjust the fee fields accordingly.

Maker orders (limit orders that add liquidity) cost less than taker orders (market orders that remove liquidity). On Bybit, using limit orders for both entry and exit can reduce your total fee cost significantly compared to market orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate position size from risk?

Position size = max loss / loss per unit. Loss per unit = |entry โˆ’ stop| + fees. This ensures your worst-case loss never exceeds your limit.

What is the 1โ€“2% rule?

Risk no more than 1โ€“2% of your account per trade. If your account is $10,000 and you risk 1%, your max loss per trade is $100.

What are Bybit perpetual futures fees?

Bybit charges maker fee 0.01% and taker fee 0.06%. Maximum leverage is 100ร—. This calculator uses these defaults but you can adjust them for your actual rate tier.

Is this calculator specific to Bybit?

Yes โ€” the exchange is pre-selected to Bybit with live prices pulled from their API. You can switch to any other supported exchange using the instrument selector.