TAM / SAM / SOM calculator

TAM is total opportunity, SAM is the part you can actually serve, and SOM is what you can realistically win soon.

Enter TAM, then set SAM as a share of TAM and SOM as a share of SAM. Values update live.

TAM / SAM / SOM calculator

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Make the market pyramid clear

What is it?

TAM is total opportunity, SAM is the part you can actually serve, and SOM is what you can realistically win soon.

Why it matters

Without the split, pitches and growth plans stay either vague or unrealistically optimistic.

How it works

Enter TAM, then set SAM as a share of TAM and SOM as a share of SAM. Values update live.

Formula SAM = TAM × share% · SOM = SAM × share%

Why you’ll love this

TAM/SAM/SOM clarifies the market pyramid so pitch and growth numbers stay realistic.

How to jump in

  1. Enter TAM

    Set total market opportunity.

  2. Set SAM and SOM shares

    Choose serviceable and near-term obtainable percentages.

  3. Read the pyramid

    SAM, SOM, and SOM-vs-TAM update live.

What you walk away with

  • Live math
  • What / why / how guide
  • IRR and USD
  • Links to SWOT and value proposition

Where it shines

Investor pitch

Show a market pyramid instead of one vague number.

Market focus

See which slice you can actually serve.

Sales targets

Connect SOM to near-term goals.

Quick answers

SAM vs SOM?

SAM is what you can serve; SOM is what you can realistically win soon.

Must it be currency?

Usually yes. User counts work too, but keep one consistent unit for comparisons.

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