Calculate true return on marketing investment
For educational purposes. Actual results vary.
Tools that pair well with this calculator — selected by our team.
| Tool | Best For | Network |
|---|---|---|
| Semrush | $200/sale through Awin | Awin |
| HubSpot | 40–60% recurring | PartnerStack |
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The simplest measure: (Revenue from marketing - Marketing cost) / Marketing cost. A 5:1 return is excellent. Below 2:1 is weak. B2B marketing typically has longer cycles and lower immediate ROI but higher LTV.
Use unique tracking numbers, UTM parameters, and CRM source tracking. Measure from first touch to close, not just last touch. Attribute revenue to all channels that contributed to the sale.
Email marketing (often 40-50x ROI), content marketing/SEO, referral programs, and strategic partnerships. Paid ads ROI depends heavily on margins, competition, and targeting.