Recurring revenue check

MRR is a run-rate, not a victory lap.

Use this page when the number needs context: how much is coming from the existing base, how much is new, and whether churn is quietly taking the edge off growth.

Worked example

Start from the base, then subtract what is leaking out.

A plan with 250 subscribers at $24 each creates $6,000 of base MRR before growth adjustments. Add $1,500 of new MRR and $450 of expansion, then subtract $300 of churn. The result is a stronger run-rate only if the recurring base is still growing after cancellations are counted.

That is the main operator check here: MRR should be read with churn and payback, not in isolation.

Interpretation

What to look for after the number updates

  • If ARR looks fine but MRR is flat, the monthly base is not compounding fast enough.
  • If new MRR is strong but churn stays high, growth is replacing losses instead of creating momentum.
  • If expansion MRR carries the result, pricing and product adoption matter as much as acquisition.
  • Use the churn calculator next when you need to separate customer loss from pricing movement.

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Monthly Recurring Revenue Calculator

Track monthly recurring revenue and annual run-rate from subscription activity.

Formula: MRR = Active Subscribers × Average Monthly Revenue + New MRR + Expansion MRR - Churn MRR | ARR = MRR × 12

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Monthly Recurring Revenue Calculator

Track monthly recurring revenue and annual run-rate from subscription activity.

Formula

MRR = Active Subscribers × Average Monthly Revenue + New MRR + Expansion MRR - Churn MRR | ARR = MRR × 12

MRR

$7,650.00

ARR

$91,800.00

Net new MRR

$1,650.00

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Recurring revenue

Separate recurring run-rate from one-off spikes

MRR and ARR are more useful when they are treated as planning inputs rather than vanity numbers. The right interpretation combines recurring base, churn, expansion, and annual contracts.

Trust note: Subscription metrics should be recalculated whenever pricing, churn, or annual billing changes materially.

Methodology

  • Start from the active subscriber base and average monthly revenue per account.
  • Add new and expansion MRR, then subtract churned MRR so the run-rate reflects current momentum.
  • Translate the result into ARR only after monthly churn and upgrades are understood.

Practical examples

  • 250 subscribers at $24 per month creates $6,000 base MRR before growth adjustments.
  • New MRR and expansion MRR can mask churn for a while, but the net trend still matters.
  • Annual contracts should be annualized to keep the monthly view comparable across periods.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Do not confuse booked revenue with recurring revenue.
  • Do not treat ARR as a substitute for churn-aware monthly planning.
  • Do not rely on a single blended average if your customer types behave very differently.

Inputs

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ScenarioPlanMRRARRNet new MRR
Current sessionFree$7,650.00$91,800.00$1,650.00

When to use this tool

  • When you need a clean subscription run-rate before board, investor, or planning discussions.
  • After a pricing or churn change to see how much recurring revenue really moved.
  • Before forecasting ARR so the annual number reflects current monthly momentum.

FAQ

How is MRR different from ARR?

MRR is the monthly recurring run-rate. ARR is the annualized version, usually MRR multiplied by 12.

Why does churn matter so much?

Churn directly reduces the recurring base, which can hide weak growth even if new sales look healthy.

Should annual contracts be included?

Yes, if you want a better run-rate estimate. Convert annual contracts into monthly equivalent revenue so the model stays comparable.

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