What's more profitable calls or puts

In regards to profitability, call options have unlimited gain potential because the price of a stock cannot be capped. Conversely, put options are limited in their potential gains because the price of a stock cannot drop below zero.

Do you make more money on calls or puts?

For almost every stock or index whose options trade on an exchange, puts (options to sell at a set price) command a higher price than calls (options to buy at a set price).

Are puts or calls more successful?

Once a basic understanding is established, investors can start to formulate a strategy and discover the advantages of puts and calls. Neither is particularly better than the other; it simply depends on the investment objective and risk tolerance for the investor.

Is it better to buy calls or puts?

If you are playing for a rise in volatility, then buying a put option is the better choice. However, if you are betting on volatility coming down then selling the call option is a better choice.

Why selling puts is better than selling calls?

You will pay lower commissions with a naked put as only one security is being transacted versus two for the covered call. The short put may just expire worthless if the stock is above $100 at expiration saving you another round of commissions at the end of the trade.