What does “20% off” mean?
A discount compares the offer price with a reference price. Check what that reference represents and whether it applies to the same model and condition.
A LITTLE KNOW-HOW GOES A LONG WAY
Learning Center
Simple guides for understanding prices, comparing offers and making more informed shopping choices.
How DealAware Works →PRICES & SAVINGS
Look beyond the discount.
Is the crossed-out price useful?
A high reference price can make ordinary pricing look exciting. Compare other exact-product offers and inspect the evidence rather than relying on the percentage alone.
When history is missing
Without sufficient observations, a price chart cannot establish the usual price. Treat a range built on too few observations as a rough guide, not a measured estimate.
PROMO CODES
Check the code and the conditions.
Before using a code
Review minimum spend, eligible items, membership requirements, expiry and whether the offer is limited to new customers.
Compare the final total
A promo code may not stack with another discount. Confirm the amount applied at checkout and compare shipping and taxes where available.
If the code fails
Check the spelling and eligibility, then contact the retailer. DealAware does not publish coupon codes it has not verified.
PRODUCT COMPARISONS
Make sure you’re comparing the same thing.
Match the model
Compare model numbers, capacity, finish and included accessories. A tool-only offer and a kit with a battery are different purchases.
Check condition and seller
New, refurbished and used items can have different warranties and return terms. Confirm who sells and ships the product.
Separate the ratings
Product ratings describe customer experiences. Retailer ratings describe the seller. Deal verdicts describe the offer’s price signal; none replaces the others.
BEFORE YOU BUY
A quick final check.
Review purchase terms
Check delivery timing, return costs, warranty coverage and the final checkout total on the retailer’s site.
Save without rushing
Use Favorites to revisit a product. A large discount or urgency message does not mean you need to buy today.
Decide on your own price
Choose a target price based on your needs and check the retailer for the current price before you buy.
BUYING GUIDES
Longer reads for bigger decisions.
How to tell if a discount is real
A crossed-out price is not proof of a deal. Here is what to check before you trust a percentage.
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Take a closer look at the product, the retailer offer and its supporting evidence.
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