RICE Score Calculator
Score and rank your product features using the RICE prioritization framework from Intercom. Add your features below and get instant prioritized rankings.
How RICE Scoring Works
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Learn the RICE Framework
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RICE Scoring Template
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Prioritization Matrix Template
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What is RICE Scoring?
RICE is a prioritization framework that scores features across four dimensions: Reach (how many users it affects), Impact (how much it moves the needle), Confidence (how sure you are of your estimates), and Effort (how many person-months it takes). The formula multiplies Reach x Impact x Confidence, then divides by Effort to produce a single comparable score. Learn more in our RICE framework guide.
How to Use This Calculator
- Add your features. Enter the name of each feature or initiative you want to compare.
- Score each dimension. Estimate Reach (users per quarter), Impact (0.25 to 3x), Confidence (percentage), and Effort (person-months).
- Review the ranking. The calculator sorts features by RICE score so you can see which items deliver the most value per unit of effort.
- Export or share. Save your results to revisit during sprint planning or stakeholder reviews.
FAQ
When should I use RICE instead of other prioritization methods?
RICE works best when you have a long backlog and need a repeatable, data-informed way to rank items. If you want a faster, less granular approach, consider ICE scoring. For binary must-have vs. nice-to-have decisions, MoSCoW may be a better fit. See our RICE vs ICE vs MoSCoW comparison for a detailed breakdown.
What confidence level should I use?
Use 100% only when you have strong data (analytics, user research, A/B test results). Drop to 80% for solid intuition backed by qualitative signals, and 50% or lower for speculative bets. The confidence multiplier keeps high-uncertainty items from dominating your roadmap.
How often should I re-score my backlog?
Re-score at least once per quarter or whenever your prioritization inputs change significantly. New user research, shifting business goals, or changes in team capacity all warrant a fresh pass.
Need to turn your RICE scores into a full document? Forge generates PRDs, prioritization briefs, and stakeholder updates from your scoring data.