Not every big red sale tag is a bargain. Some stores raise prices first and then announce a huge discount. Here is how to tell the difference.
Check the price history
A real deal is cheaper than the normal price, not cheaper than an inflated one. Use a price tracker or compare with last month before you decide.
- Look at the price over the last 30 days
- Compare the same item in other shops
- Be careful with countdown timers and low stock warnings
When you know what an item usually costs, fake discounts stop working on you.