Loan Comparison Calculator

Compare two fixed-rate loan offers by monthly payment and lifetime borrowing cost.

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Forcompare A at% foryears with B at% foryears. Which costs less?

Both offers use standard fixed-rate amortization. Fees, taxes and insurance are not included.

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How the two loans are compared

Each offer is amortized independently using its own interest rate and term. The calculator compares monthly payment, total interest and total repayment.

Monthly payment is not the whole storyA longer loan can have a lower monthly payment but still cost more overall because interest accrues for more months.

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This page uses one common principal so the differences come from rate and term. Add fees to the loan amount or use the APR Calculator when upfront borrowing costs matter.

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Common questions

Is the loan with the lowest monthly payment always cheaper?

No. A longer term can reduce the payment while increasing total interest and total repayment.

Are lender fees included?

No. Compare advertised fees separately or use the APR Calculator for a simplified fee-adjusted annual cost estimate.