Unit Price Rarely Tells the Full Story
Tooling fees, sample fees and packaging costs are sometimes quoted separately and sometimes bundled — always ask for an itemized breakdown before comparing unit price alone across manufacturers.
Confirm What Compliance Testing Is Included
Some quotes include CE/FCC/RoHS testing in the unit price; others quote it as a separate line item — a meaningful cost difference that’s easy to miss when comparing headline numbers.
Ask About Payment Terms and Their Effect on Cash Flow
A lower unit price paired with unfavorable payment terms (e.g. 50% deposit vs. 30%) can carry a real cash flow cost — factor payment terms into your comparison, not just the per-unit number.