November 2026 · shopping · free local tool
Check That Two Sale Offers Are Really the Same Product
A nearly identical product name can hide a different model, size, or condition.
Check three facts
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Data as of 2026-11-01; review due 2027-01-30.
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The same three evidence rules power the example, your result, and the self-test.
Engine self-test
Checking five golden cases…
Limits and safe use
Do not compare a refurbished model with a new one as if only the sticker price differs.
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Yes records your assertion, not independent verification. The checklist prioritizes missing evidence in the order shown; it does not calculate risk or certify an outcome. Nothing is submitted to any agency, provider, seller, or employer.
Source notes and currentness
FTC comparison guidance starts with the manufacturer or model number and product details.
- Federal Trade Commission — Online Shopping
Compare total delivered costs and exact product details, check return policies, scrutinize reviews, use safer payment methods, and retain purchase records. An HTTPS padlock alone does not prove a seller is legitimate.
Publication/effective date: Undated guidance; retrieved 2026-11-01. Checked 2026-11-01.