
Frequently Asked Questions
Question
What changes are included in the August ‘25 update.
Answer

This update is all about making the site smoother to use, with upgrades in a few key spots.
New Pages
Expanded pricing
Affiliate specific pricing
Amazon
B&H
Best Buy
Manufacturer Direct
Newegg
New Formats
Estimated Price > whole dollars
Estimated Price Date
Pro tip: When your screen gets too narrow to show all the options, the filter buttons automatically move under a "More" button to save space. Flipping your phone to landscape will often resolve the issue.
Extra scoop on these layout tweaks is on the horizon, stay tuned ✨.
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Why do some links display multiple product models?
Answer

Some affiliates will combine product models such as size, capacity, or color on a single page. For example:
Affiliate SSD
1 TB
2 TB
4 TB
In this circumstance, when we send you to the page you will see all the choices and the affiliate determines which choice will be the default.
Question
Why do some affiliates want you to add an item to your cart before showing the sale price?
Answer

The primary reason for this practice is to comply with Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) policies set by manufacturers. These policies dictate the lowest price at which a retailer can advertise a product, but not necessarily the price at which they can sell it.
Pricing Strategy Benefits
Circumventing MAP restrictions: By showing the price only in the cart, retailers can technically sell items below the MAP without violating advertising agreements.
Protecting brand value: This approach helps maintain a product's perceived value and prevents price erosion.
Encouraging engagement: It prompts potential customers to take an additional step, potentially increasing the likelihood of a purchase.
Limiting price comparisons: It makes it harder for competitors and price comparison tools to track and match prices.
Diy Solid State Drive does not endorse this strategy and would prefer affiliates openly post their best price with requiring customers jump through hoops.
Question
Where is the home button located?
Answer


The site logo serves as a universal home button, allowing users to return to the homepage at any point. This is a common web design convention, providing a familiar and efficient way to navigate.