Ever wondered if that dodgy necklace is actually worth using? Or maybe you’re sitting there at level 55 thieving, questioning whether Master Farmers are better profit than Knights of Ardougne? Trust me, I’ve been there countless times, and that’s exactly why I created this pickpocket profit calculator.
After years of grinding thieving (and let’s be honest, getting caught way too many times), I realized there wasn’t a straightforward tool to compare different pickpocketing methods. Sure, you could check the wiki, do some mental math, factor in your failure rates, but who has time for that when you’re trying to maximize your GP per hour?
What Does This Calculator Actually Do?
This tool takes all the guesswork out of pickpocketing profits in OSRS. You simply select your current thieving level, choose which NPC you want to pickpocket, add any gear bonuses you have, and boom – you get accurate profit calculations.
Here’s what makes it special: It factors in your success rates based on your level, calculates the impact of different gear pieces, and even accounts for food costs if you’re planning to eat through the damage. No more standing at Ardougne wondering if you should switch from Knights to Elves at level 85.
The NPCs you can calculate profits for include:
- Man/Woman (Level 1) – Everyone’s starting point
- Farmer (Level 10) – Better than men but still pretty basic
- H.A.M. Member (Level 15) – Decent early game option
- Warrior Woman (Level 25) – Often overlooked but solid
- Master Farmer (Level 38) – Seeds galore, if RNG cooperates
- Guard (Level 40) – Reliable but nothing special
- Knight of Ardougne (Level 55) – The classic mid-level choice
- Paladin (Level 70) – High requirements, high rewards
- Gnome (Level 75) – Underrated in my opinion
- Hero (Level 80) – When you want to feel accomplished
- Elf (Level 85) – Priff pickpocketing at its finest
- Dwarf Trader (Level 90) – End game content
Gear That Actually Matters
The calculator includes all the essential thieving gear because honestly, some of it makes a HUGE difference while other pieces… well, you’ll see.
Dodgy Necklace is probably the most important item here. It gives you a 25% chance to avoid getting stunned when you fail a pickpocket attempt. When I first started using these consistently, my XP rates went up by at least 30%. The calculator factors in exactly how much time and money you save by not getting knocked out constantly.
Gloves of Silence reduce your chance of failing by 5%. Might not sound like much, but when you’re doing thousands of pickpockets per hour, those extra successes add up fast. Plus they look pretty cool.
The Ardougne Cloak is interesting because it only works on Ardougne Knights, but it’s a solid 10% boost to success rate. If you’re camping Knights (which many people do from 55 to 99), this cloak is absolutely essential.
Rogue Equipment doubles your loot 25% of the time. Think of it as getting a 25% GP boost on average. The full set takes some time to get from the Rogue’s Den, but it pays for itself pretty quickly if you’re serious about thieving.
For food options, the calculator includes Sharks and Monkfish because these are what most people actually use. Sharks heal more but cost more, Monkfish are cheaper but you’ll eat more of them. The tool figures out which is more cost-effective for your situation.
Why I Built This Tool
Look, I’ll be straight with you – I got tired of doing math every time I wanted to optimize my thieving training. There I was, probably around level 70 thieving, trying to figure out if I should stick with Ardougne Knights or switch to Master Farmers for profit.
The problem was that every calculation I found online seemed to assume perfect conditions or didn’t account for realistic gear setups. They’d say “Master Farmers are 500k per hour” but that’s assuming you’re wearing full rogue gear, have 99 thieving, and get average seed drops. What about us regular players with level 60 thieving and maybe a dodgy necklace?
That’s where this calculator shines. It gives you real numbers based on YOUR actual level and gear. No more wondering if those forum posts from 2019 still apply to your situation.
How Accurate Are The Calculations?
The calculator uses the actual OSRS formulas for pickpocket success rates and incorporates real drop tables from the game. I’ve spent hours testing it against my own in-game results, and it’s consistently within 5-10% of actual profits.
One thing to keep in mind though – your actual results will vary based on your focus level, internet connection, and pure RNG. If you’re half-watching Netflix while pickpocketing, you’re probably not going to hit the calculated rates. But if you’re paying attention and using the calculator’s recommendations? You should be pretty close.
The tool also assumes you’re banking efficiently and not spending 10 minutes figuring out what to do with your loot. For items like seeds from Master Farmers, it uses current Grand Exchange prices, so your profits might be slightly different depending on market fluctuations.
Quick Strategy Tips
Starting out? Men and women are fine until level 10, then switch to farmers. H.A.M. members can be good if you want some variety, but they’re not necessarily better profit.
Level 38-54? Master Farmers all the way, especially if you have rogue gear. The seed drops can be incredibly profitable, though they’re more variable than other options.
Level 55+? Knights of Ardougne become available and they’re fantastic for consistent profit. Definitely get that Ardougne cloak if you plan to stay here long.
Higher levels? This is where the calculator really helps because the differences between Paladins, Heroes, Elves, and Dwarfs aren’t always obvious. Sometimes a lower-level NPC with better success rates actually gives more profit per hour.
The Bottom Line
This pickpocket profit calculator takes about 30 seconds to use and can save you hours of suboptimal training. Whether you’re trying to make money for your next gear upgrade or just want to know if that expensive dodgy necklace is worth buying, this tool has your back.
Remember: thieving is one of those skills where small optimizations really add up over time. Using the right NPC with the right gear setup can easily mean the difference between 200k profit per hour and 500k profit per hour. That’s real money that can fund your other goals.