Use case

AI for Bulky & Heavy Items

Bulky items are where resellers lose money. ThriftBot helps you decide shipping-first and avoid dimensional-weight traps.

How ThriftBot helps

  • Shipping-first Go/No-Go decision logic
  • Local pickup vs shipped profitability comparison
  • Box size + dimensional weight risk flagging
  • UPS/FedEx vs USPS selection guidance
  • Margin thresholds for heavy items

Common mistakes this prevents

Overpaying

Anchors you to a maximum buy price based on net profit.

Shipping surprises

Flags bulky/dim-weight issues before you commit.

Returns

Standard condition language and disclosure reduce disputes.

Start with one item

Take a photo, write down the model, and ask the agent. One good decision pays for the habit.