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Startup Valuation Calculator

Estimate pre-money valuation using ARR multiples, stage benchmarks, Rule of 40, and comparable transactions. Four methods, one clear range.

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Pre-Money Valuation Range

$17.0Mmid estimate

$8.0M $29.3M

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60Rule of 40
Premium Multiple

Method Comparison

ARR MultiplePrimary
$10.0M
Stage Benchmarks
$35.0M
Rule of 40
$15.0M
Comparable Transactions
$10.5M
Weighted Range$17.0M

Method Notes

ARR MultiplePrimary
$4.0M – $18.8M

SaaS / Subscription trades at 4–15× ARR. Your 80% growth rate lifts the multiple.

Stage Benchmarks
$15.0M – $60.0M

Series A pre-money benchmarks for US market. Range reflects typical investor expectations at this stage.

Rule of 40
$10.5M – $21.0M

Rule of 40 score: 60 (80% growth + -20% margin). Premium multiple unlocked.

Comparable Transactions
$3.6M – $21.6M

Based on recent Series A transactions in SaaS / Subscription. Scaled to your ARR relative to stage median.

Verdict

Strong position. Rule of 40 score of 60 signals premium multiple territory. Expect $8.0M–$29.3M pre-money from institutional investors.

Methodology

Ranges are estimates derived from four blended methods: ARR Multiple (industry benchmarks × growth-adjusted multiple), Stage Benchmarks (typical pre-money ranges by funding round), Rule of 40 (growth + margin score mapped to ARR multiple), and Comparable Transactions (recent deal data scaled to your ARR). Market discount factors applied for non-US markets. This tool is for planning purposes — actual investor offers will vary based on team, TAM, product differentiation, and market conditions.

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