DLMunky
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As the title says Bambinos are back in stock. I have been waiting impatiently for Teddys to return since December. Yesterday I ordered a case of Teddys, yay!!
Dan09 said:And they have (yet again) gone up in price!
See everyone over at NorthShore Care!
ArchieRoni said:I'd hope they go up in price. They keep selling out out of stock completely. Basic supply and demand says that they're undercharging.
Dan09 said:And they have (yet again) gone up in price!
See everyone over at NorthShore Care!
Dan09 said:Their stocking problems are partly due to the demand. But that's not to say that they have a lousy model in constantly causing loyal customers the frustration of going out of stock every so often.
Selling out of an entire stock is nice I'm sure. But the lost revenue and customer base in the (occasionally very long) periods where they're out of stock...it's just mind boggling stupid. Raising the price on top of all that is a step too far.
Anyways, on to NorthShore Supremes for me.
ArchieRoni said:I'd hope they go up in price...
Snivy said:The only bad thing about this is that there are some people who make less money than before and these things go up in price would have to wait longer than usual just to obtain these although they would have more in stock. Life does not need to be a luxury for some people who already have a tough time on a bind.
They can improve their demand of course and you need money to make stuff. Does that mean they hardly make money when making the supplies?
Dan09 said:Their stocking problems are partly due to the demand. But that's not to say that they have a lousy model in constantly causing loyal customers the frustration of going out of stock every so often.
Selling out of an entire stock is nice I'm sure. But the lost revenue and customer base in the (occasionally very long) periods where they're out of stock...it's just mind boggling stupid. Raising the price on top of all that is a step too far.
Anyways, on to NorthShore Supremes for me.
jeremyi said:Just so you know, everything goes up in price over time. From ordering a hamburger to buying a car. I'm sure the rental rates for storing these diapers, the costs of materials for these diapers, as well as the shipping rates to send these diapers to customers are all increasing steadily over the years. How can you assume a price increase is unjustified when you don't know the costs incurred behind the business?
There is a large line-up of different products Bambino has available, and in multiple sizes. On average they get anywhere from 50 to 100 orders a day (I judged this by my invoice numbers vs. time elapsed between). They probably have a limited amount of space to store all these items at any given time (probably don't afford to rent a massive warehouse in Redwood City - it's expensive). Despite the limited capacity and high demand, I'm sure they do everything they can to keep their inventory replenished but it's like walking a tightrope.
jeremyi said:Just so you know, everything goes up in price over time. From ordering a hamburger to buying a car. I'm sure the rental rates for storing these diapers, the costs of materials for these diapers, as well as the shipping rates to send these diapers to customers are all increasing steadily over the years. How can you assume a price increase is unjustified when you don't know the costs incurred behind the business?
There is a large line-up of different products Bambino has available, and in multiple sizes. On average they get anywhere from 50 to 100 orders a day (I judged this by my invoice numbers vs. time elapsed between). They probably have a limited amount of space to store all these items at any given time (probably don't afford to rent a massive warehouse in Redwood City - it's expensive). Despite the limited capacity and high demand, I'm sure they do everything they can to keep their inventory replenished but it's like walking a tightrope.
ArchieRoni said:I'd hope they go up in price. They keep selling out out of stock completely. Basic supply and demand says that they're undercharging.
PaddedBossman said:For their Bellissimo diapers 42 dollars for 16 diapers thats quite expensive. These are clearly not for everyday use (Unless you were rich as Bill Gates). What makes them so expensive compared to other websites? I know these are made just for the ABDL community but these are a bit low on value.
2.63 dollars per Diaper. What are these diapers made of super gold laced diamond sap hyper quantum absorbent polymers?
Dan09 said:Frankly, I don't care about their difficulties in maintaining stock or boo-booing over expensive rental costs. That's not how a business should operate where they have to justify their own shortcomings (in this case, in maintaining stock) by punishing the end user. Unless you have a stranglehold monopoly on the market, that's just not how things work. And while bambino may be involved in a niche market, they are certainly NOT the only option out there. This is something they'd do well to consider.
Hell, in just the last few months a few really great newcomers have come into the field that are, in my eyes, competing with the likes of bambino in a way.
And their response is to raise prices, and continue to have stock problems? No thanks.
Also, while its not based in Cali, or even the west coast--and has nothing to do with diapers--I do know very well the fundamentals of a similar business model that imports large volumes of product from overseas (China) via a longtime family business. I also work exclusively in international shipping at an enormous air hub. Shipping and rental costs in general are much more predictable and static than you might think, especially when you have a long term, fairly regular and consistent cycle of purchasing going on. In recent months, the prices have most certainly not gone up as far as shipping goes. Although I can't speak for the raw materials that go into making diapers.
PaddedBossman said:They cant raise the price too high or people will look else where. Its already a niche product to begin with. I could go else where and get a better value I.E Northshore care on its surpreme diapers.
I never tried/used Bambino as the price is just a tad too much for what you are getting.
For their Bellissimo diapers 42 dollars for 16 diapers thats quite expensive. These are clearly not for everyday use (Unless you were rich as Bill Gates). What makes them so expensive compared to other websites? I know these are made just for the ABDL community but these are a bit low on value.
2.63 dollars per Diaper. What are these diapers made of super gold laced diamond sap hyper quantum absorbent polymers?
DLMunky said:Seriously, you are going to compare Bambinos to NorthShoreCare supremes and you have never even tried Bambinos?
I'm sick and tired of everyone acting like NorthShore supremes are a gift from God! Unlike you I have tried/used both diapers YOU are talking about! Bambinos are a niche product yet they are constantly sold out, must mean they are horrible diapers (like supremes)! Almost everyone in the AB/DL world; LOVES, buys, wears and recommends Bambinos, that SHOULD tell you they are doing something right! I'm not even going to list off the winning features between the two because Bambino wins them all! Plus it's like comparing apples to oranges and that's just ridiculous!
As far as prices between the two:
NorthShore supremes (Size Med.)
case of 60 (88.94) = $1.48 each
Teddy/Classico/Bianco (Size Med.)
case of 48 ($71.04) = $1.48 each
Bellissimo (Size Med.)
case of 48 ($93.60) = $1.95 each
In my opinion every other ABDL diaper is a niche product that is "low on value" for the cost, except for Fabines and DC. Lets compare prices of the top AB/DL diapers:
ABUNIVERSE (INCLUDING S&H)
Cushies (Size Med.)
case of 80 ($152.78) = $1.91 each
Super Dry Kids (Size Med.)
case of 80 ($144.78) = $1.81 each
DIAPER CONNOISSEUR (Incl. S&H)
DC Amor (Size Med.) (+1 niche)
case of 48 ($99.98) = $2.08 each
Fabine Exklusiv (Med.)
case of 80 ($276.98) = $3.46 each
case of 48 ($189.98) = $3.96 each
AWWSOCUTE (Incl. S&H)
Pink Teddy Bears (with 25% off code)
order of 50 ($148.75) = $2.98 each
SNUGGIES Waddler ($10 S&H)
Order of 50 ($95.00) = $1.90 each
The only diapers I know come close to Bambinos are: Fabines and DC Amor (both more expensive) . I only have one Awwsocute diaper and have not used/tested it yet. Snuggies and ABUs hold as much as crappy store brands but look better while not doing their job (absorbing).
In conclusion Bambinos are not over priced, low end junk. They are way too cheap for the high end quality you receive and are better than almost every other offering both AB/DL and medical.