ROAS to Net Margin Reality Checker
Calculate your true ROAS, break-even ROAS, and uncover why high ROAS on ad dashboards can still lead to a net loss in COD.
Enter your metrics below to simulate unit margins, max allowable ad spend, and break-even thresholds. All calculations update dynamically in real time.
How It Works & Mathematical Formulas
Ad platforms report ROAS based on gross frontend submissions. If 35% of orders are never paid for, a 4.0 ROAS on Meta can easily be a net loss in reality. This tool converts dashboard ROAS to actual bank profit.
Real Cash ROAS
Adjusts ad dashboard ROAS by the true percentage of parcels that turn into bank deposits.
How to Use This Calculator Step-by-Step
Product Costs & Pricing
Enter your unit cost of goods (COGS), planned retail price, and packaging expenses.
Ad Spend & Confirmation
Input expected customer acquisition cost (CPA/CPL) and call-center order confirmation rate.
Courier Delivery & Returns
Configure your actual delivery success rate and courier forward and return (RTO) fees.
Review Net Margins
Analyze your real cash profit per delivered order and break-even thresholds before spending.
The Dashboard Illusion: 3.5 ROAS Case
Your Meta Ads dashboard reports 3.5 ROAS. However, confirmation is 75% and delivery is 70% (52.5% effective fulfillment):
Common Pitfalls & Costly Mistakes
Celebrating high dashboard ROAS without checking bank deposits
Never judge campaign profitability from the Ads Manager. Only bank cash matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
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