Buy-box price is 44.6% below MSRP and a 1P seller controls the listing
The Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Sandstone was tracked for 30 day(s). During this period, the Buy Box price ranged from $199.00 to $359.00 against an MSRP/MAP of $359.00. The product's pricing health is currently flagged as critical.
Price Overview
FLOOR PRICE ($)
$199.00
MAX PRICE ($)
$359.00
AVG PRICE ($)
$294.33
EROSION (%)
44.57%
MSRP/MAP ($)
$359.00
The product hit a low of $199.00, following a peak of $359.00 during the tracking period. Compared to its MSRP of $359.00, the floor price reflects a severe variance of 44.57% erosion.
Buy box distribution
| Seller | Condition | Price vs MSRP | Buy box days | Erosion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1PAmazon.com· Top | New | $199.00 −$160.00 below MSRP | 30d (100%) | 44.57% |
3PAbt Electronics | New | $359.00 at MSRP | 0d (0%) | 0.00% |
2PADV Sellers | New | $199.99 −$159.01 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 44.29% |
3PThrillingAudio | New | $359.00 at MSRP | 0d (0%) | 0.00% |
3PLaptopTech Hub | New | $298.95 −$60.05 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 16.73% |
3PBeach Camera Same Day Shipping | New | $199.00 −$160.00 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 44.57% |
3PSavings Story | New | $257.95 −$101.05 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 28.15% |
3PNetworkstore | New | $184.97 −$174.03 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 48.48% |
3Pbexpress | New | $258.99 −$100.01 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 27.86% |
3PFairfaxer International | New | $299.99 −$59.01 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 16.44% |
3PAdorama | New | $199.00 −$160.00 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 44.57% |
2PMy Secret Style | New | $335.99 −$23.01 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 6.41% |
2PThrillingAudio | New | $229.00 −$130.00 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 36.21% |
3PAmazing-Deals4U | New | $239.00 −$120.00 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 33.43% |
3POutlet | New | $299.00 −$60.00 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 16.71% |
3PJM3308 | New | $199.97 −$159.03 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 44.30% |
The Buy Box for Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Sandstone is primarily held by Amazon.com (1P) with a 100% share, winning the Buy Box for 30 out of 30 tracked days. Only 1 of 16 total sellers have won the Buy Box.
Seller density vs. price erosion
Buy-box price declined from $359.00 to $199.00 — a $160.00 drop over 30 days. Price opened right at MSRP ($359.00). Seller count peaked at 12 on 08/30 — adding +1 net seller over the full period. Seller count has held steady even as prices shifted.
Seller churn and influx
Comparing sellers before Aug 29 vs last 3 days of 30-day tracking period
2 new 3P sellers entered below MAP — immediate pricing pressure risk.
2 persistent 3P sellers actively cutting prices — driving ongoing erosion.
2 3P sellers exited the listing — channel cleanup signal.
Key Findings
critical$160.00
Severe erosion — floor is $160.00 (44.6%) below MSRP; the product is well below its intended price point and brand integrity is at risk.
12 3P Sellers
12 3P sellers are swarming this listing, 2 new in the recent period — heavily contested.
Amazon.com
Buy-box is controlled — Amazon.com (1P) leads with 30 wins at $199.00, and 3P interference is minimal.
Get a Free MAP & Buy Box Compliance Report for Your Product
Enter your product URL and MAP price. We will monitor 3P seller crowding, Buy Box shifts, and price erosion over the next 7 days and email you a comprehensive compliance report.
Track Your Product
FreeMonitor 3P seller crowding, Buy Box shifts & price erosion for your product.