Product hunting and research
Good sourcing decisions start with careful product analysis. We evaluate products against criteria you agree, looking at demand signals, Best Sellers Rank (BSR), competition on the listing, price history, fees, estimated margins and ROI assumptions, and we document the reasoning so you can check every figure before you buy.
Who this service is for
- Wholesale sellers who need a steady list of researched products.
- Private label sellers validating product ideas.
- Sellers who want a second opinion on a supplier's price list.
Support available
Criteria setting
We agree minimum margin, ROI assumptions, price range, restricted categories to avoid and your budget per product.
Demand analysis
BSR history, estimated monthly sales, seasonality and price stability.
Competition review
Number of sellers on the listing, Amazon's own presence and Buy Box patterns.
Cost and fee calculation
Referral fees, FBA fees, prep and shipping estimates, giving an estimated margin per unit.
Documented findings
A spreadsheet of products with the data and assumptions behind each one.
Typical process
Agree criteria
Set the rules each product must meet.
Research
Products or price lists are analysed.
Report
You receive documented findings.
Discuss
We walk you through the results; you decide what to buy.
Steps and timing depend on your circumstances and on the organisations involved. Your quotation sets out the agreed steps.
Information needed to start
To prepare an accurate quotation, it helps to have the following ready. Please do not send identity documents, bank details or passwords through the website.
- Target marketplace
- Price lists you already have, if any
- Budget per product and in total
- Categories you are approved in or want to avoid
Scope and exclusions to confirm
Your written quotation is the final word on what is included. These points are confirmed with every client:
- Sales estimates and margins are estimates based on available data; actual results can differ.
- We do not guarantee sales, Buy Box share, profits or ROI.
- You decide what to purchase.
- Paid research tools are used under our own subscriptions unless agreed otherwise.
Frequently asked questions
What is BSR?
Best Sellers Rank shows how a product's sales compare with others in its category. Watching it over time helps estimate demand, but it is not a sales figure on its own.
How is ROI calculated?
We estimate profit per unit after product cost, Amazon fees, prep and shipping, and divide it by the cost of the unit. The assumptions are shown so you can adjust them.
Can you analyse a price list I already have?
Yes. Send it after we agree the scope and we will analyse it against your criteria.
How many products will I receive?
It depends on the agreed criteria and scope. Strict criteria produce fewer, better-qualified results.
Do you also contact the suppliers?
That is part of Brand & Supplier Sourcing and can be quoted together.
Discuss your Product Hunting & Research requirements
Share a few details and we will prepare a tailored quotation. Nothing is included unless it is listed in writing.