Depreciation Calculator
Calculate straight-line depreciation of assets over their useful life.
Calculate now| Year | Book value (year end) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8,000.00 € |
| 2 | 6,000.00 € |
| 3 | 4,000.00 € |
| 4 | 2,000.00 € |
| 5 | 0.00 € |
Simplified straight-line depreciation model. For tax-binding figures, consult your tax advisor.
How it works
Enter acquisition cost
Purchase price of the asset.
Residual value & useful life
Expected residual value and number of years.
Read the depreciation schedule
Annual depreciation and book value per year.
Benefits
Good to know about this tool
Calculates the straight-line depreciation of an asset over its useful life, with year-by-year book values.
Because assets like machines or equipment lose value on a schedule, and this should be visible for planning and cost calculation.
- Plan the annual depreciation of a new asset
- Visualize book value development over several years
- Compare purchases with different useful lives
- Consult your tax advisor for tax-binding depreciation tables
- Estimate the residual value realistically, not always as 0
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'straight-line' mean?
The value loss is spread evenly across every year of the useful life.
Is this tax-binding?
Simplified straight-line depreciation model. For tax-binding figures, consult your tax advisor.
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