For resellers, drop shippers, and bulk buyers, meticulous price comparison isn't just a task—it's the foundation of profitability. Manually checking the same product across multiple Chinese purchasing agents like CNFANS, Kakobuy, and LoongBuy is a time-consuming nightmare. Thankfully, LoongBuy offers a powerful, often underutilized solution: public spreadsheet data. This guide explores how to leverage these tools to benchmark LoongBuy's prices efficiently against its competitors.
Why Spreadsheet Comparison is a Game-Changer for Large Orders
When managing dozens or hundreds of items, individual product page visits become untenable. Spreadsheets allow for:
- Batch Analysis:
- Data-Driven Decisions:
- Total Cost Transparency:
- Historical Tracking:
- Data-Driven Decisions:
Step 1: Accessing LoongBuy's Public Spreadsheet Data
LoongBuy provides product information, including prices and specifications, in downloadable formats or via shareable spreadsheet links (often as CSV or Google Sheets).
- Navigate to the product category or "bulk list" tool within your LoongBuy agent dashboard.
- Look for an "Export""Download Data"
- Export your curated product list. This file becomes your master database
Tip: Ensure your exported data includes crucial columns like Product ID/URL, LoongBuy Price (in CNY or USD), and Shipping Weight.
Step 2: Integrating Data from Other Agents (CNFANS, Kakobuy)
This is the most critical step. You'll need to create a unified comparison sheet.
- Manual Entry:
- Using Comparison Tools & Extensions:
- Structured Sheet Setup:Product Name,
Product Link,LoongBuy Price,CNFANS Price,Kakobuy Price,Notes. - Using Comparison Tools & Extensions:
Step 3: Power Analysis with Spreadsheet Functions
Transform raw data into actionable insights using simple formulas.
| Tool Purpose | Spreadsheet Formula Example | What It Tells You |
|---|---|---|
| Find the Lowest Price | =MIN(C2:E2)
| |
| Identify the Cheapest Agent | =INDEX({"LoongBuy","CNFANS","Kakobuy"}, MATCH(MIN(C2:E2), C2:E2, 0)) |
Returns the name of the agent with the lowest quote. |
| Calculate Potential Savings | =C2-MIN(C2:E2) |
Shows how much you'd save vs. LoongBuy if you chose the cheapest option. |
| Total Order Cost by Agent | =SUM(C2:C100), =SUM(D2:D100), etc. |
Compares the all-in product cost for your entire cart across each agent. |
Best Practices & Pro Tips
Don't Compare Price Alone
Add columns for estimated shipping costservice fees, and exchange rates. The lowest product price doesn't always mean the lowest landed cost.
Automate Where Possible
Explore tools like ImportXML
Factor in Reliability
Use a "Trust Score" column. The cheapest agent might have slow processing or poor QC. Weigh savings against risk, especially for high-value orders.
Conclusion: Empowering Your Purchasing Strategy
By combining LoongBuy's transparent spreadsheet data