DCA backtest
Stack slow. Stack steady.
Dollar-cost averaging backtest using monthly reference prices plus the live spot when available. Compare DCA vs lump-sum for the same total dollars.
Live spot override active
DCA plan controls
Total invested
$5,200
52 buys
Current value
$5,007
0.078055 BTC
DCA PnL
-$193
-3.7%
Avg buy price
$66,620
Current: $64,149
DCA strategy
Winner-3.7%
-$193 profit
Lump sum
-4.5%
-$236 profit
DCA verdict
DCA reduced timing risk in this window
DCA outperformed lump sum by 0.8pp. Dollar-cost averaging was more effective during this volatile period, buying more coins at lower prices during dips.
Breakeven buffer: -3.7%· avg cost basis $66,620