Enter the item value, nature rune cost, and alch value into the calculator to determine your net profit from alching.

OSRS Alch Calculation Formula

The following formula is used to calculate the net profit from alching in OSRS.

Net Profit = Alch Value - (Item Value + Nature Rune Cost)

Variables:

  • Net Profit is the net profit from alching (gp)
  • Alch Value is the value obtained from alching the item (gp)
  • Item Value is the initial value of the item (gp)
  • Nature Rune Cost is the cost of one nature rune (gp)

To calculate the net profit, subtract the item value and nature rune cost from the alch value.

What is Alching?

Alching, or High Level Alchemy, is a popular method in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) for converting items into gold. Players use the High Level Alchemy spell, which requires a nature rune and five fire runes per cast. The spell converts an item into a specified amount of gold, which is often higher than its standard shop price.

How to Calculate Net Profit from Alching?

The following steps outline how to calculate the net profit from alching using the given formula.

  1. First, determine the value of the item you wish to al ch.
  2. Next, determine the cost of the nature rune required for the spell.
  3. Find out the alch value of the item.
  4. Use the formula from above: Net Profit = Alch Value – (Item Value + Nature Rune Cost).
  5. Finally, calculate the net profit by plugging in the values.
  6. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem:

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

Item Value = 1,200 gp

Nature Rune Cost = 250 gp

Alch Value = 1,500 gp

FAQ

1. What is alch value?

Alch value is the amount of gold you receive when you cast the High Level Alchemy spell on an item.

2. How is net profit different from gross profit?

Net profit takes into account all costs associated with alching, whereas gross profit does not consider costs like the price of nature runes.

3. How often should I use the alch calculator?

It’s helpful to use the alch calculator whenever there’s a change in the item value, rune cost, or if you want to ensure maximum profit from alching.

4. Can this calculator be used for different items?

Yes, you can adjust the item value, nature rune cost, and alch value fields to match any item to calculate the net profit accordingly.

5. Is the calculator accurate?

The calculator provides an estimate of your net profit based on the inputs provided. For exact figures, it’s best to double-check the values on a reliable OSRS database.