Surface Area Calculator (Cube, Cylinder, Sphere…)
Use this free surface area calculator to find the surface area of common solids — cube, rectangular prism, cylinder, sphere, cone, and square pyramid — with the formula used, the volume, and steps.
How to use it
- Pick the solid.
- Enter its dimensions.
- Press Find surface area.
Some formulas
Sphere: 4πr². Cylinder: 2πr² + 2πrh. Cone: πr² + πrℓ (slant ℓ). The tool also reports the volume.
Related: the Volume Calculator and more free math calculators.
Frequently asked questions
Which solids are supported?
Cube, rectangular prism, cylinder, sphere, cone, and square pyramid.
Does it also give the volume?
Yes — both surface area and volume are reported.
What is slant height?
For a cone or pyramid, the distance along the slanted face from the base to the apex; the calculator computes it for you.
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