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Cost per use calculator

The cheaper option isn't always the better value. Compare two things by what they cost each time you use them: the price plus any upkeep, divided by how often you'll use it over its life. Nothing is stored.

Option A
Option B

Per use: option A, vs. option B

$0.80 vs. $1.00

Option A, total uses
300
Option B, total uses
60
Option A, all in
$240
Option B, all in
$60

Option A costs about $0.80 per use vs. $1.00 for option B, even though it costs more up front.

Cost per use = (price + upkeep) / (uses a month x months it lasts). It doesn't include resale value. Be honest about how often you'll really use it. Estimates only.

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