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Borrowing cost calculator

See the total interest cost of a loan under different APR and term assumptions, so you can compare the real cost of borrowing — not just the monthly payment.

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Total repayment (principal + interest): $0
Estimated monthly payment: $0

Hypothetical estimate for illustration only. Actual APR, fees and terms depend on the provider and your eligibility.

Why total interest matters as much as the monthly payment

Two loans with the same monthly payment can have very different total costs if their terms differ — a longer term spreads the same balance across more payments, which can lower the monthly amount while increasing the total interest paid over the life of the loan. This tool shows both numbers side by side so you can weigh that trade-off deliberately.

For more detail on each factor, see our guide: Understanding the cost of a loan.

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