Return Rate Impact Calculator
See how returns silently destroy margin in e-commerce — and what reducing returns by 5 points would do to net profit.
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Return Impact
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Run calculation
Returns volume—
Lost revenue—
Total return cost (handling)—
Profit recovered if returns drop 5pts—
Returns are the silent margin killer
Apparel return rates run 25-40%. Furniture 15-25%. The lost revenue plus handling costs frequently exceeds the marketing budget. Investing in fit guidance, better photography, and detailed product descriptions pays back faster than nearly any other CRO investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What reduces returns?
Better photography, video, sizing guides, customer photos, and accurate product descriptions. Each removes a different cause of mismatched expectations.
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