Supplier pack cost comparison

A cheaper pack is not always a cheaper order. Compare whole-pack counts, surplus, delivery and optional tax for the same required quantity.

Compare two supplier pack quotes

Compare the same required quantity using each supplier’s actual pack coverage and price. Include any allowance in your required quantity first.

Required quantity (one consistent unit)CurrencyGBPUSDCADAUDPKREUR

Supplier A

Coverage / quantity per packPrice per packDeliveryTax on packs + delivery (%)

Supplier B

Coverage / quantity per packPrice per packDeliveryTax on packs + delivery (%)

Compare total costsReset

All quantities must use the same unit, such as m². All prices must use the selected currency. Currency selection changes labels only. This does not assess product quality, availability or suitability.

Worked example

For 22 m², Supplier A at 2 m² per pack needs 11 packs. At £25 each, that is £275 before delivery or tax. Supplier B at 2.4 m² per pack needs 10 packs; at £27 each, that is £270 and supplies 24 m². The larger unit price can still produce the lower order total.

Check before comparing

Use comparable specifications and one measurement unit. Include your allowance in the required quantity once. Enter tax as zero if prices already include it. Quality, delivery access, batch availability and return terms require separate checks.

Formula

Packs = round up(required quantity ÷ pack coverage). Subtotal = packs × pack price + delivery. Total = subtotal × (1 + entered tax ÷ 100).

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