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Calculate statistical significance and plan sample sizes for your experiments. Get instant results with confidence intervals, p-values, and clear recommendations.

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✅ Free Version:

  • Statistical significance testing
  • Sample size planning
  • P-value calculations
  • Basic recommendations
  • Export results

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  • Multi-variant testing (A/B/C/D)
  • Sequential testing analysis
  • Bayesian statistics
  • Advanced experiment planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Test result history
  • Integration with analytics tools
  • Custom significance levels

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How to Run Statistical A/B Tests

Follow this step-by-step guide to get accurate results

1

Define Your Hypothesis

Start with a clear hypothesis about what you expect to change and by how much. For example: 'Changing the CTA button color will increase conversions by 15%'

Pro Tip: Write down your hypothesis before running the test to avoid confirmation bias

2

Calculate Required Sample Size

Use our sample size calculator to determine how many visitors you need. Input your baseline conversion rate and minimum detectable effect.

Pro Tip: Plan for at least 2 weeks of testing to account for weekly patterns in user behavior

3

Run Your Experiment

Split traffic evenly between variants and collect data. Avoid peeking at results until you reach statistical significance.

Pro Tip: Never stop a test early just because you like the results - this leads to false positives

4

Analyze Results

Enter your test data into our significance calculator. Look at p-value, confidence intervals, and practical significance.

Pro Tip: A statistically significant result isn't always practically significant - consider the business impact

5

Make Data-Driven Decisions

Implement the winning variant if results are both statistically and practically significant. Document learnings for future tests.

Pro Tip: Even 'failed' tests provide valuable insights about user behavior and preferences

What is A/B Test Calculator?

An A/B test calculator is a statistical tool that helps you determine whether the results of your split tests are statistically significant. It analyzes your test data to calculate p-values, confidence intervals, and provides clear recommendations on whether to implement changes based on your experiment results.

Why is it Important?

A/B testing is crucial for data-driven product decisions, but without proper statistical analysis, you might make wrong choices based on random fluctuations. This calculator ensures your decisions are backed by statistical rigor, preventing costly mistakes and helping you identify real improvements to your product or website.

How to Use This Tool

Enter your test data including the number of visitors and conversions for both your control (original) and variant (new version). The calculator will automatically compute statistical significance, p-values, and provide clear recommendations. For planning future tests, use the sample size calculator to determine how many visitors you need.

✅ Best Practices
  • Always define your hypothesis before running the test
  • Calculate required sample size before starting
  • Run tests for at least one full business cycle
  • Don't peek at results until reaching significance
  • Consider both statistical and practical significance
  • Test one element at a time for clear attribution
  • Ensure your test reaches at least 95% confidence
  • Document all test results, including 'failed' experiments
❌ Common Mistakes
  • Stopping tests early when seeing positive results
  • Running tests with insufficient sample sizes
  • Testing too many elements simultaneously
  • Ignoring practical significance for business impact
  • Not accounting for external factors during testing
  • Using different traffic sources for variants
  • Measuring vanity metrics instead of business outcomes
  • Not validating test setup before launching

Frequently Asked Questions

What does statistical significance mean in A/B testing?

Statistical significance indicates that your test results are unlikely to be due to random chance. A p-value of 0.05 means there's only a 5% probability that the observed difference occurred by chance.

How long should I run my A/B test?

Run your test until you reach the calculated sample size AND for at least one full business cycle (usually 1-2 weeks). This ensures you capture different user behaviors and seasonal patterns.

What's a good sample size for A/B testing?

It depends on your baseline conversion rate and the minimum effect you want to detect. Generally, you need at least 100 conversions per variant, but our calculator will give you the exact number for your situation.

Can I peek at my A/B test results early?

It's not recommended. Peeking and stopping tests early when you see positive results leads to false positives. Use sequential testing methods if you need to monitor results continuously.

What's the difference between statistical and practical significance?

Statistical significance means the result is unlikely due to chance. Practical significance means the result is large enough to matter for your business. A 0.01% improvement might be statistically significant but not worth implementing.

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