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The $300 machine that became a coat rack

You've probably owned one. The exercise bike, the bread maker, the gadget that felt like a fresh start the day it arrived. A few weeks later it's holding laundry. The price tag hides the number that matters: what each use costs.

Enter what you're thinking of buying and be honest about how often you'll use it. You'll see the cost per use and a verdict before you spend a cent.

Each use costs about

$0.00

Enter a price and how often you'll use it.

What is it?

Price ($)

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How many times a week will you use it?Be honest. Most people overestimate.

How long will you keep it?

What would each use cost without it?Optional. A café coffee, a rental, a single class.

Gut check I don't already own something that does the job I'd use it in the next 30 days I can pay for it without going into debt I'd still buy it if it weren't on sale