How does the AI-powered transaction entry work?

Simply speak or type naturally like "won 100 at stake betting" and our AI instantly parses your input to create a transaction. It recognizes transaction types (profit/loss/deposit/withdrawal), amounts, platforms, and categories. You can review and confirm before saving. Works with both voice input and text.

How does Manage Bankroll track my trades and bets?

Manage Bankroll uses manual entry with optional AI assistance. You can enter transactions manually, or use our AI-powered voice/text entry for faster logging. We never connect to your bank accounts or trading platforms automatically, giving you complete control over your data.

Is Manage Bankroll really free?

Yes, Manage Bankroll offers a free plan with core features including manual transaction tracking, profit/loss analysis, and basic reporting. Pro features are available for advanced users.

What types of trading and betting can I track?

You can track sports betting, poker, casino games, day trading, swing trading, crypto trading, forex, options, and more. Any form of trading or gambling with a bankroll can be tracked.

Is my financial data safe?

Yes, your data is completely safe. Since we use manual entry only and never connect to your bank accounts, your sensitive financial information never leaves your control. All data is encrypted and stored securely.

Can I track multiple accounts or platforms?

Yes, you can track unlimited platforms and accounts. Whether you use multiple sportsbooks, poker sites, or trading brokers, you can manage them all in one place.

Does Manage Bankroll help with gambling tax records?

Yes, Manage Bankroll tracks all your wins and losses with detailed records that can be exported for tax reporting. You can generate win/loss statements and maintain accurate gambling income records for IRS reporting.

Can I track live sessions in real-time?

Yes, our live session tracking feature lets you monitor your profit/loss in real-time during poker, casino, or trading sessions. Track your bankroll changes, session duration, and performance metrics as you play or trade.

How is this different from spreadsheet tracking?

Unlike spreadsheets, Manage Bankroll provides automated calculations, visual analytics, live session tracking, and dedicated tools for different betting and trading types. It is easier to use and provides insights that are difficult to achieve with manual spreadsheet tracking.

How to Calculate Poker ROI: Complete Guide for 2025

Poker ROI (Return on Investment) is the holy grail metric for serious poker players. Unlike casual players who might play for fun, professionals live and die by their ROI numbers. But calculating poker ROI isn't as simple as it seems - there are multiple methods, edge cases, and pitfalls that can skew your results.

Understanding Poker ROI Basics

Poker ROI measures how much profit you're generating relative to the money you're putting at risk. It's expressed as a percentage and tells you how efficiently you're turning your buy-ins into profit.

The Basic Formula

ROI = (Total Profit / Total Buy-ins) × 100

For example, if you've invested $10,000 in buy-ins and made $2,000 profit, your ROI is 20%.

Hourly Rate: The Real Metric

While basic ROI is useful, hourly rate tells you how much you're earning per hour of play. This is crucial for understanding your true poker "salary."

Calculating Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate = Total Profit ÷ Total Hours Played

Professional poker players often target $20-50 per hour as a sustainable goal. Anything below $10-15 might indicate you need to improve your game or move to higher stakes.

Advanced ROI Calculations

Tournament vs Cash Game ROI

Tournament ROI: (Prize Money - Entry Fees) / Entry Fees × 100 Cash Game ROI: (Final Stack - Initial Buy-in) / Initial Buy-in × 100

Tournaments are riskier and have higher variance, so ROI calculations need larger sample sizes.

Session-Based Tracking

Track ROI per session to identify patterns:

Best/worst performing times of day
Performance by stake level
ROI by game type (NLHE, PLO, etc.)

Common ROI Mistakes

Not Accounting for Rake: Online poker rooms take 5-10% of each pot
Ignoring Time Investment: A 50% ROI over 6 months isn't impressive if you played 80 hours/week
Small Sample Sizes: Need 100+ sessions minimum for reliable ROI
Not Tracking All Expenses: Software, coaching, travel costs

Using Tools for ROI Tracking

Modern poker tracking software like PokerTracker or Hold'em Manager automatically calculate your ROI across all sessions. Set up automated imports from your poker sites to get real-time ROI updates.

ROI Benchmarks by Stake

Micro Stakes ($0.01/$0.02): 10-25% ROI achievable
Low Stakes ($0.05/$0.10): 5-15% ROI realistic
Mid Stakes ($0.25/$0.50): 2-8% ROI for regulars
High Stakes ($1/$2+): 1-5% ROI for professionals

Improving Your Poker ROI

Study More: Books, videos, training sites
Play Fewer Tables: Quality over quantity
Manage Bankroll: Never risk more than 5% per session
Track Everything: Use software to monitor leaks
Take Breaks: Avoid tilt and mental fatigue

The Psychological Side

ROI isn't just numbers - it's about discipline. Many players have great ROI on paper but terrible real-world results due to bankroll mismanagement or emotional decision-making.

Remember: Poker is a marathon, not a sprint. Focus on consistent, profitable play over time rather than short-term variance.

Start tracking your poker ROI today and watch your bankroll grow sustainably. Try Manage Bankroll's poker tracking features to monitor your session profits and losses in real-time.