How Much Does Calibration Cost
Calibration has no single price — it depends on the type and your previous rating. Let's break down what makes up the cost, how much calibration raises on average, and how to get the exact figure for your account in a minute.
Short answer
Calibration has no single price: it depends on the type (a regular recalibration or a first calibration / a return after a long break) and on your previous MMR — the higher the rating, the more expensive each game. It starts from 1,650 ₽ for a recalibration at low ranks. The calculator on the service page works out the exact amount and timeframe.
Calibration price = type × previous rating × number of games. Want the exact figure? Open the calibration calculator and set your previous MMR.
What the price depends on
Four factors shape the final cost:
- Type of calibration. A regular recalibration (15 games) is cheaper; a first calibration or a return after a long break comes with a ×1.5 coefficient (27 games).
- Previous MMR. The higher your rating was, the more each game costs — at high ranks games are harder and longer.
- Number of games. Recalibration is 15 games, a first one or after inactivity is 27. More games means a higher total.
- Extra options. Playing a specific hero, a specific mode or with priority on the timeframe can change the cost.
Two types of calibration
The type sets both the number of games and the price coefficient:
| Type | Games | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Recalibration (seasonal) | 15 | About once a year, refreshes your rating to current form |
| First calibration / after a long break | 27 | ×1.5 coefficient, rating is counted almost "from scratch" |
More on how both modes work — in the MMR Calibration and Recalibration 2026 guides.
How much calibration raises
Calibration refreshes your rating to your real form. The averages from our orders are a guideline, not a guarantee:
| Type | Average gain |
|---|---|
| Recalibration | +1000 MMR |
| First calibration | +3000 MMR |
| After a long break | +2000–3000 MMR |
The result depends on your starting rating and form: the more your current level exceeds the previous one, the bigger the gain.
How to get the exact price
You don't have to guess the exact price — it's calculated automatically:
- Open the calculator. On the calibration page pick the type: recalibration or first / after inactivity.
- Set your previous MMR. The previous-rating slider sets the price for your level.
- Check the price and timeframe. The calculator shows the cost and an ETA right away.
- Compare with a boost. If your goal is to raise rating rather than pass a seasonal calibration, a regular boost is sometimes cheaper — compare both.
Calibration is played in invisible mode with 24/7 monitoring. 0 bans in 5 years, your progress and inventory stay with you, and there's a money-back guarantee.
FAQ
How much does calibration cost in Dota 2?
There is no single price: it depends on the type and your previous MMR. A recalibration starts from 1,650 ₽ at low ranks, while a first calibration or a return after a long break comes with a ×1.5 coefficient. The calculator on the calibration page works out the exact amount and timeframe.
What is the difference between recalibration and a first calibration?
Recalibration is 15 games, a seasonal refresh of your rating about once a year. A first calibration or a return after a long break is 27 games with a ×1.5 coefficient, with the rating counted almost from scratch.
How much does calibration raise?
On average a recalibration gives +1000 MMR, a first calibration about +3000, and a return after a long break +2000–3000. These are guidelines from our orders, not a guarantee: the result depends on your starting rating and form.
Is calibration safe for the account?
Yes. It is played in invisible mode with 24/7 monitoring, 0 bans in 5 years, your progress and inventory stay with you, and there is a money-back guarantee.
Find out the exact calibration price in a minute
The calculator on the calibration page works out the cost and timeframe for your previous rating. We play in invisible mode, 24/7 monitoring, 0 bans in 5 years, your progress and inventory stay with you.