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Unit Price Calculator

Which size is cheaper per ounce, gram or sheet? Enter both.

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Product B unit price
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Unit Price Calculator by TheCalcTools

How the Unit Price Calculator works

Enter the price and quantity for each product, in the same unit.

The calculator divides price by quantity to get the unit price.

The lower unit price is the better deal, and the percentage shows how much cheaper it is.

The formula

Unit price = price ÷ quantitySaving = |unit price A − unit price B| ÷ the higher unit price

Worked example

Using the default values shown in the calculator:

Product A price$4.99
Product A quantity12
Product B price$8.49
Product B quantity24
  1. A: $4.99 ÷ 12 = $0.42 per unit. B: $8.49 ÷ 24 = $0.35 per unit.
  2. Better deal: Product B, saving 14.9% per unit.

Result:

Product A unit price$0.42
Product B unit price$0.35
Better dealProduct B
Saving per unit14.9%

Frequently asked questions

Is the bigger pack always cheaper?

Not always. Promotions on small packs can beat bulk prices, so compare unit prices.

What if the units differ?

Convert both to the same unit first, for example ounces to grams, otherwise the comparison is meaningless.

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