OSRS Herblore Calculator
Calculate XP needed, potions required, total cost, and estimated training time for your Herblore goals.
How to use this OSRS Herblore calculator
This calculator is built for quick planning. Enter your current and target level (or XP), choose a potion method, and add your estimated cost per potion. The tool immediately tells you how much XP you still need, how many potions you need to make, total expected GP cost, and a rough time estimate.
If you prefer exact market planning, check ingredient prices in the Grand Exchange and use that as your cost-per-potion value. Because prices move frequently, manual price input gives you more accurate budgeting than fixed price databases.
Why Herblore planning matters
Herblore is one of the most useful but expensive skills in Old School RuneScape. Unlocking key levels gives major account benefits:
- 38 Herblore: Prayer potions for PvM and slayer trips.
- 55 Herblore: Super strength potions for combat efficiency.
- 63 Herblore: Super restores, an essential PvM staple.
- 77 Herblore: Stamina potions for skilling and bossing mobility.
- 81 Herblore: Saradomin brews for advanced PvM and survivability.
Without a plan, it is easy to overspend by millions of GP. A calculator keeps goals realistic and helps you choose methods based on your budget and timeline.
Popular Herblore methods and XP values
| Method | Level Required | XP Per Potion | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prayer potion | 38 | 87.5 | Balanced early-mid training |
| Super attack | 45 | 100 | Fast progression into mid-level Herblore |
| Super strength | 55 | 125 | Common main-account training option |
| Super restore | 63 | 142.5 | High-demand potion, strong XP gains |
| Stamina potion | 77 | 102 | Utility-focused training for movement-heavy gameplay |
| Saradomin brew | 81 | 180 | Very high XP per potion, premium method |
Tips to reduce Herblore costs
1) Buy in batches, not all at once
Large one-shot buys can lock you into bad prices. Build your training stack over time and monitor margins.
2) Compare multiple potion lines
Sometimes one method has better XP per GP, while another gives better XP per hour. Use this calculator to test both quickly before committing.
3) Track true cost per potion
Your real cost is ingredient cost minus finished potion sell value (if you sell). Always calculate net cost, not just input costs.
4) Respect unlock levels
Higher-XP potions often require higher Herblore levels. If your selected method is above your current level, train to the unlock with a cheaper bridge method first.
Herblore calculator FAQ
Does this include cleaning herbs or making unfinished potions?
This tool is focused on potion-making XP per action. If you are adding XP from cleaning or unfinished potions, use custom XP/action or split your planning into phases.
How accurate are the results?
XP and potion counts are exact based on your inputs. Cost and time are estimates based on your entered GP per potion and potions-per-hour speed.
What is a good potions-per-hour number?
It depends on attention level and banking efficiency. Many players use 1,800 to 2,400 actions/hour as a practical planning range.
Final thoughts
A good OSRS Herblore plan is not just about getting to 99 quickly. It is about balancing XP speed, account utility, and GP efficiency. Use this calculator to test multiple routes before you buy supplies, and you will avoid most expensive mistakes while still progressing quickly.