Use one currency and a dated conversion assumption when comparing cross-border quotes. Include shipping and other quoted charges separately rather than converting only the product headline.
What to check
| Check | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Currency | Identify every quoted amount. |
| Rate | Record the rate and date used. |
| Charges | Include the payment provider's applicable fees if known. |
Use this checklist for your own comparison
Record product details, quotes or unanswered questions. Notes stay in this tab; download them before leaving.
Identify every quoted amount.
Record the rate and date used.
Include the payment provider's applicable fees if known.
A practical example
A converted shelf price is only one part of the purchase; delivery can reverse which option looks cheaper.
Before you decide
Use actual checkout totals when available and label estimates clearly.
For the broader task, see Compare food cost per day.
Reference and scope
FTC: online shopping provides background for this topic. Examples and checklists are original planning tools; no current seller prices or policies are asserted. The comparison prompts and examples above are practical planning aids, not reports of product testing.