Comparing like with like: variant, condition and EAN

Why “the same” is not always the same

Two offers with almost the same title can be different products: another colour, another storage size, a set instead of a single item, a used or refurbished unit. A price comparison only makes sense when the same variant is compared.

How Pricizo matches offers

The strongest feature is the EAN (the number under the barcode). When it matches, we also check the title for contradictions, such as another colour or storage size. If there is a contradiction we do not match the offer automatically; we have it reviewed.

Without an EAN we use the manufacturer, the model number and the details in the title. If we are not sure, we do not match. We would rather miss an offer in the comparison than show a wrong one.

New, used, refurbished

We never merge used or refurbished offers with new products. They have their own price history, because comparing them with new goods would say nothing.

What you can check yourself

Before you buy, look at these points in the shop:

• Model name, colour and size or storage match the product you meant to compare.
• Condition: new, used or refurbished.
• What is in the box: single item, set or accessories.
• Warranty and returns according to the shop.