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Flat vs. Itemized Pricing: The Psychology Behind What Sells Better

Author
Decision Alpha
Published
Tue 05 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://decisionalpha.co

Is a simple flat rate really the smartest way to price your product? In this episode, we explore surprising research that shows how breaking down your pricing line by line can boost perceived fairness and increase purchase intent. From vacation bundles to negotiation tactics, learn why transparency may be your most persuasive pricing strategy.


Research Mentioned

Lizhen, H., & Wei, C. (2024). The Research on Influence of Consumers Fairness Perception to Pay-What-You-Want on Purchase Intention. Journal of Roi Kaensarn Academi9(12), 1869-1876.


Greenleaf, E. A., Johnson, E. J., Morwitz, V. G., & Shalev, E. (2016). The price does not include additional taxes, fees, and surcharges: A review of research on partitioned pricing. Journal of Consumer Psychology26(1), 105-124.



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Credits

  • Host – Etinosa Agbonlahor
  • Production – Juan Pablo
  • Music – Serge Quadrado Music

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