How we collect prices

Phone Price Index shows phone prices for Nigeria and Kenya. This page explains how a price gets onto the site and when it is removed.

Where shop prices come from

Prices are taken from the seller: the product page of a retailer. Each price shows the retailer and the date we checked it.

Shop prices are never converted

A price in naira is a naira price from a seller in Nigeria. A price in shillings is from a seller in Kenya. We never turn another country price into a shop price, because exchange rates, taxes and import costs differ between markets.

Old prices are hidden

Prices change often. A shop price that has not been checked for 30 days is hidden. A page with no recent checked price is not shown to search engines.

Import-cost estimates

Where we have a phone overseas price, we also show an estimate of what importing it would cost: the overseas price converted at a stated exchange rate, plus the import taxes that apply in that country. It is an estimate, not a shop price. It assumes the overseas price is the customs value and leaves out shipping, insurance, clearing fees, the seller margin and warranty, so shop prices differ. Tax rules and rates change; confirm with the national customs and revenue authorities.

Specs

Phone specifications are the same for every market, but variants and storage options can differ. Check the exact model and variant with the seller before you buy.

Mistakes

If you see a price that is wrong or out of date, tell us through the Contact page and we will check it.