ICM Calculator
Convert tournament stacks into prize-money equity. Use it on the bubble and near the money, not in a cash game.
Preset： 3-handed 50/30/20 bubble
When to use it
Use it when payout jumps matter: three-handed bubbles, final tables, or any all-in where chip EV and money EV diverge.
Worked example: 50/30/20 bubble
| Player | Chips | Chip share |
|---|---|---|
| A | 5000 | 50% |
| B | 3000 | 30% |
| C | 2000 | 20% |
Prizes 500 / 300 / 200. C’s money equity lands below 20%, so a chip-EV shove can be a money loser.
FAQ
Does a bigger stack mean more money?
No. ICM converts chips into prize equity. On the bubble a short stack is worth less than its chip share, so chip-EV shoves can be -EV in money.
How do I model a 50/30/20 three-handed bubble?
Enter three stacks and three prizes. The short stack’s money equity will sit below its chip share — that is bubble pressure.
Is the ICM calculator free?
Yes. It uses the Malmuth-Harville model for bubble and in-the-money spots.
Is this the same as Best ICM Calculators 2026?
No. This page runs ICM on your stacks. The 2026 list compares ICMIZER and other apps; open that page when you want software, not a number.