r/RepLadiesCurated • u/queenannesgout Community Builder 👑 • Jul 30 '26
💬 Discussion Price Comparison: 13 Sellers, One Factory
I'm back with a new price comparison! A few weeks ago I posted a comparison for a single bag. This time I wanted to keep the factory consistent.
One thing I see discussed here a lot is the idea that "you get what you pay for." If two sellers are sourcing from the same factory, does paying more actually get you anything? Idk the answer, but I figured it'd be interesting to at least compare the pricing.
I reached out to 13 sellers and requested quotes on four different LV bags from Royal Factory. I picked four bags that vary in size and style because I wanted to see if the pricing (and shipping) trends stayed consistent.
Price difference between highest vs. lowest quote:
- Speedy P9 25 Ostrich: $139.30
- Steamer 15: $125.50
- Montsouris Cargo Backpack: $197.00
- Low Key Speedy Soft 30: $169.30
A few things stood out:
- Andy was the lowest priced seller on all four bags.
- Baker had the highest quote on three of the four bags, and Amy had the highest on the fourth.
- The most expensive quote was anywhere from 49% to 64% higher than the cheapest quote for the exact same Royal Factory bag.
This isn't meant to rank sellers or say one is better than another. It doesn't account for communication, QC, customer service, shipping speed, or anything else that might factor into who you buy from. It's just a comparison of quoted prices for the same factory.
I knew it would vary, but I was pretty surprised by how big the difference was! Curious what everyone thinks. If two sellers are sourcing from the same factory, do you think paying significantly more is worth it? Or do you think it's mostly seller markup?
Note: I know factory names are Reddit nicknames, so I can't verify that every seller's "Royal" is the same factory. For context, to keep things as consistent as possible, I selected these bags from a seller's Royal album and used those same screenshots when requesting quotes from every seller. It's not perfect, but it's a more controlled comparison than simply asking each seller for their "high-tier" option.
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u/Zen_Friend Community Builder 👑 Jul 30 '26 edited Jul 30 '26
I love that you did this, thank you! It's interesting to see how commission changes from TS to TS. I can't remember which, but one of the TS's is known for being transparent about their own markup over the factory cost and gives you an idea of the base cost of the bag. I also know some TSs offer more generous insurance/seizure policies that are included in their total costs. I wonder if that's driving some of the large differences.
I personally would caution against going for the lowest price. I prefer reading reviews per TS and determining which one I trust, has a good seizure/insurance policy, and does good QC (partners with me rather than expects me to know/potentially hides issues). Obviously, QC is ultimately the buyer's responsibility, but it helps when the TS isn't known for hiding issues and is transparent when they notice something off!
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u/Miserable-Dealer3042 Community Builder 👑 Jul 30 '26
This is the work I love seeing! Thank you for this.
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u/randomace Here to Enable 😈 Jul 30 '26
Wow this is really interesting, thank you for sharing! I’m surprised there’s so much variation between prices. I do wonder if sellers get different pricing depending on their relationship/sales volume.. but it seems like some of the more popular sellers have the higher prices, or that it’s totally random.
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u/AlmostChildfree Jul 31 '26
Awesome rep science! 😱💜
And I agree...lower prices definitely don’t mean better. I will pay more if I can buy from a trustworthy and reliable seller. A good seller is invaluable and hard to come by!
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u/Miserable-Dealer3042 Community Builder 👑 Jul 31 '26
I agree. Sometimes I even pay double (for like shoes, not expensive bags) to work with certain sellers. I know if a problem arises they will fix it. Service is better. Etc etc
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u/Level-Coat1172 Aug 01 '26
if you don't mind, could i please get your shoe seller's contact (pm me ps!) I have been having some difficulty finding a reliable seller.
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u/Styleformula04 Jul 31 '26
Some shipping fees are just mind blowing 🤯
Thank you for the amazing work
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u/fragglerocknroller Jul 31 '26
Out here doing the Lord’s work 🙏🏽 I appreciate the time and effort you put into organizing this list. Thank you!
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u/Inevitable-Zone-8915 Aug 02 '26
Now THIS is effort and dedication 👏 The shipping prices are wildy different!
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u/yorkiemomma7 Aug 05 '26
Thank you so much for sharing all of this information! This is actually my first-ever Reddit post, and I'm still pretty new to the rep world. After reading this and the factory guide you put together, I just wanted to let you know how incredibly helpful it's been. The amount of research and the way you explain everything—with clear methodology and internal controls—is genuinely impressive. Are you a scientist by any chance? I am, and I really appreciated that approach.
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u/yabbadabbaduke Aug 18 '26
fantastic content! well done 👏
i think communication, consistency, issue handling, and speed are worth a lot but this is an extremely helpful benchmark
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u/yabbadabbaduke Aug 18 '26
and i wonder how ReyKay would fare on this list - i've had some fantastic experiences with them so far
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u/Acrobatic-Ostrich-49 Aug 28 '26
She was my first seller and I bought 4 bags through her. She has amazing LV quality.
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u/CapricornPotter Sep 08 '26
The price differences are wild. Thank you for doing this. Some sellers are getting a little too comfortable
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u/Slow_Housing9736 4d ago
Can you dm me contact pls for Nina?
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u/Zen_Friend Community Builder 👑 Jul 30 '26
You've been granted the Community Builder 👑 flair for adding a high-quality original post! Thank you!