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Editorial guides

Learn what moves a price before you make a guess.

These guides turn the catalogue into practical consumer education. Each one explains the specifications, materials, recurring costs and market clues that matter in a group of products. They are written for comparison and price literacy, not to recommend a brand or predict a live retailer offer.

Written and maintained by Jeremy Martinet · Last editorial review: September 2026

22 catalogue examples

How to estimate technology and electronics prices

A practical guide to comparing phones, computers, displays, audio equipment and accessories without relying on one headline specification.

  • Product generation and condition
  • Entry, mainstream or premium tier
  • Display, processor, battery and materials
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19 catalogue examples

How to compare home appliance prices and running costs

Understand capacity, energy use, noise, installation and durability when estimating refrigerators, washers, vacuums and kitchen appliances.

  • Usable capacity
  • Energy and water use
  • Noise level
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9 catalogue examples

What determines furniture and home décor prices

A guide to materials, construction, dimensions, delivery and durability when comparing sofas, desks, mattresses, rugs and lighting.

  • Internal frame or support structure
  • Material grade and thickness
  • Exact dimensions
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8 catalogue examples

How to estimate garden and DIY tool prices

Compare cordless platforms, motor power, safety, construction and included accessories across garden equipment and household tools.

  • Intended workload and duty cycle
  • Bare tool or complete battery kit
  • Useful included accessories
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10 catalogue examples

How materials, branding and format shape fashion and beauty prices

Estimate clothing, footwear, eyewear, watches and personal-care products by separating construction from presentation and recurring costs.

  • Material and construction
  • Container or garment size
  • Functional performance features
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3 catalogue examples

How to think about food and everyday product prices

A practical way to compare unit prices, preparation, location, packaging and repeat-purchase costs for familiar everyday goods.

  • Exact unit or serving size
  • Retail, takeaway or table service
  • Preparation and ageing
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13 catalogue examples

Estimating sports, outdoor and travel equipment prices

Compare safety, weight, weather resistance, moving parts and durability in bikes, tents, luggage, fitness equipment and travel accessories.

  • Recreational or intensive use
  • Safety and fit
  • Weight versus durability
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16 catalogue examples

How to compare family, health and pet product prices

A careful framework for estimating baby equipment, basic health devices and pet supplies through safety, fit, consumables and maintenance.

  • Age, size and compatibility
  • Core function before optional features
  • Washable or replaceable parts
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