OSRS Prayer Calculator – XP, Bones Needed & Cost
| Level | Name | Base XP | XP w/ Modifier | Needed | Price Each | Rune Cost | Total Cost |
|---|
Quickly find how many bones or ensouled heads you need, how much Prayer XP you’ll gain, and how much GP it’ll cost.
What Is the OSRS Prayer Calculator?
The OSRS PRAYER CALCULATOR tells you exactly how many bones or ensouled heads you need to hit any prayer level—whether you’re aiming for level 99 Prayer or just a small boost.
It automatically calculates:
- XP gained from each bone or ensouled head
- Total number of items needed
- GP cost using current Grand Exchange prices
- XP multipliers from Gilded Altar, Chaos Altar, or Ectofuntus
Use it to plan your training smartly and avoid wasting GP.
How to Use the Prayer XP Calculator OSRS
It’s simple:
- Enter your current XP and your target XP.
- Choose a Prayer training method to apply the correct XP multiplier.
- Hit Calculate to see:
- How many bones do you need
- How much GP will it cost
- XP per bone or head
This tool functions as a full Prayer level calculator OSRS players can rely on.
Supported Bones and Ensouled Heads
The calculator includes every bone and ensouled head in OSRS:
Bones:
- Regular Bones: Big bones, Baby dragon, Dragon bones
- High-Level Bones: Lava dragon bones, Superior dragon bones, Wyvern bones
Ensouled Heads:
- Goblin, Bear, Minotaur, Elf, Dragon, and more
- Rune cost included in the GP total
- Best for cost-effective Prayer XP
Prayer XP Per Bone OSRS
Every bone gives a different XP value.
Here’s a quick reference:
| Bone Type | Base XP | Gilded Altar XP | Ectofuntus XP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon bones | 72 XP | 252 XP | 288 XP |
| Wyvern bones | 125 XP | 437 XP | 500 XP |
| Superior dragon bones | 150 XP | 525 XP | 600 XP |
These values help calculate the most efficient method for your budget and time.
Prayer Training Methods: Gilded Altar, Chaos Altar, and Ectofuntus
Gilded Altar XP – Safe and Fast
- 300% XP per bone
- No risk of dying
- Found in player-owned houses
Chaos Altar – Risk vs. Reward
- Also gives 300% XP
- 50% chance to save bones!
- Located in the Wilderness (high risk, big savings)
Ectofuntus – Highest XP Per Bone
- Gives 400% XP
- Very slow and click-intensive
- Costs buckets of slime and pots
Use the XP modifier in the calculator to adjust for your chosen method.
OSRS Cheapest Prayer Training Methods
Want to save GP?
The calculator ranks all options by GP per XP.
Often, ensouled heads like Minotaur or Goblin beat bones in terms of efficiency.
| Item | XP Gained | GP Cost | Cost per XP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensouled Goblin | 130 XP | 500 GP | 3.84 |
| Dragon Bones | 252 XP | 3,000 GP | 11.90 |
| Ensouled Elf | 640 XP | 2,400 GP | 3.75 |
Pro Tip: Use heads for cheap XP, bones for fast XP.
Calculate How Many Bones for Level 99 Prayer
Want level 99 Prayer?
Here’s how many bones you’ll need with each method:
| Bone Type | XP/Unit (Gilded) | Bones Needed | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon bones | 252 XP | ~1,140 | ~3.4M GP |
| Wyvern bones | 437 XP | ~656 | ~5.9M GP |
| Superior dragon bones | 525 XP | ~544 | ~7.2M GP |
Use the calculator to get custom bone counts for your exact starting XP.
FAQ:
How many bones do I need for level 99 Prayer?
If you start at level 1, you’ll need:
- ~1,140 Dragon bones using a Gilded Altar
- ~544 Superior dragon bones for faster XP
Use the calculator for precise bone counts based on your current XP.
What’s the best altar for Prayer XP?
- Ectofuntus gives the most XP (400%), but it’s slow.
- Gilded Altar is fastest and safest with 300% XP.
- Chaos Altar offers 300% XP and 50% bone saving, but it’s risky.
What are the cheapest Prayer training methods?
Ensouled heads like Goblin, Minotaur, or Elf give high XP per GP.
Use the calculator’s cost per XP chart to find the best deals.