Revolut APY Growth Calculator
Estimate how much your balance could grow with a fixed APY, regular monthly deposits, and optional tax adjustment.
Assumption: APY stays constant, interest compounds monthly, and contributions are added at the end of each month.
What this Revolut APY calculator helps you do
If you use Revolut for savings or interest-bearing cash products, this calculator gives you a quick projection of potential growth. It answers the most common question: “If I deposit this much today and keep adding money monthly, what could I have in a few years?”
Rather than guessing, you can model your plan with realistic numbers:
- Starting balance
- Expected APY
- Monthly deposits
- Investment timeline
- Estimated tax impact on interest
APY vs APR: why APY is the better input
APY means Annual Percentage Yield. It already includes the effect of compounding over the year. APR usually does not. For savings projections, APY is often the most practical rate to use because it reflects the effective annual return under normal compounding assumptions.
Example: if a product says 4.00% APY, your money is not just growing by a flat 4% simple interest. Interest is being added and then earning more interest throughout the year, and APY captures that effect.
How the calculator works (in plain English)
1) Convert APY to a monthly growth rate
The tool converts annual APY into an equivalent monthly rate. This allows month-by-month compounding and monthly contributions.
2) Grow your initial deposit
Your starting amount compounds every month for the selected number of years.
3) Add monthly contributions
Each monthly deposit also compounds for the remaining time in your plan. Earlier deposits have more time to grow than later deposits.
4) Estimate tax (optional)
If you enter a tax rate, the calculator subtracts an estimated percentage from total interest earned. This gives you a rough after-tax projection.
Practical example
Suppose you start with 2,500, contribute 300 per month, earn 3.6% APY, and keep going for 7 years. Even with a moderate APY, the combination of consistency + compounding can produce a meaningful difference versus keeping cash idle.
The key insight is that your monthly habit contributes more than chasing tiny rate differences. A 0.30% APY improvement matters, but increasing your monthly contribution by even 50–100 often matters more over long periods.
How to use this with Revolut rates
Revolut rates can vary by country, product type, account plan, and market conditions. For best results, follow this process:
- Check the latest displayed APY in your app for your specific product.
- Enter that APY exactly as shown.
- Use your realistic monthly contribution (not your best-case number).
- Test 3 scenarios: conservative, expected, optimistic.
Running multiple scenarios helps you avoid overconfidence and build a plan you can stick with.
Scenario planning ideas
Conservative case
Use a lower APY than today and a lower monthly contribution. If the plan still works, you have a strong foundation.
Expected case
Use current APY and your average likely monthly deposit.
Stretch case
Use a slightly higher contribution from future salary growth or reduced expenses. This shows the upside of disciplined saving.
Tips to maximize your APY outcome
- Automate deposits: recurring transfers reduce missed months.
- Increase contributions gradually: add more after raises or paid-off debt.
- Keep emergency cash: avoid withdrawing long-term savings too early.
- Review APY periodically: rates move; adjust projections quarterly.
- Account for taxes and fees: your net result is what matters.
Important limitations
This calculator is a planning tool, not a guarantee. Real-life returns can differ because:
- APY can change over time.
- Product terms, fees, and eligibility may vary.
- Your contribution pattern may not be perfectly consistent.
- Tax treatment depends on your location and personal situation.
Use this as a guide for decision-making, then confirm official product terms and, if needed, seek licensed financial or tax advice.
Quick FAQ
Is APY guaranteed?
Not always. Some rates are variable and can change with market conditions and provider policy.
Why include a tax field?
Because gross return and net return are different. Estimating tax helps produce a more realistic projection.
What matters most: APY or monthly contribution?
Over long timelines, both matter—but for many people, increasing monthly contribution has the biggest impact.
Can I use this for products other than Revolut?
Yes. Any savings product quoted in APY can be modeled with this calculator.
Bottom line
A Revolut APY calculator is most useful when it drives action: set a realistic contribution amount, automate it, and review progress monthly. Compounding rewards consistency. Small, repeatable deposits plus time can outperform irregular bursts of saving.