Sale price and shipping calculator

Which offer costs less once it reaches your door? Enter the price after discounts and the shipping and fees for each order. Use the same quantity for both. Enter zero for free shipping or free pickup. The comparison is before sales tax.

When does the higher sale price cost less?

Suppose one store charges $20 for an item and $7 for delivery. Another charges $24 with free shipping. The first order costs $27 and the second costs $24, so the second store saves you $3. Shipping at the first store would have to fall to $4 for the two offers to tie.

For each store, add the discounted item price, shipping and any mandatory fees. Subtract the smaller total from the larger one to find your savings. If both totals match, check the return window and who pays return postage before choosing.

See the same calculation applied to four US gift ideas with a $25 budget, or read how Penny Muse checks deals.