Buy-box price is 24.2% below MSRP and a 3P seller controls the listing

The HP Smart Tank Plus 651 Wireless All-in-One Ink Tank Printer, Scanner, Copier, 7XV38AB1H was tracked for 30 day(s). During this period, the Buy Box price ranged from $249.99 to $329.99 against an MSRP/MAP of $329.99. The product's pricing health is currently flagged as at risk.
FLOOR PRICE ($)
$249.99
MAX PRICE ($)
$329.99
AVG PRICE ($)
$265.99
EROSION (%)
24.24%
MSRP/MAP ($)
$329.99
The product hit a low of $249.99, following a peak of $329.99 during the tracking period. Compared to its MSRP of $329.99, the floor price reflects a severe variance of 24.24% erosion.
| Seller | Condition | Price vs MSRP | Buy box days | Erosion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3PHP· Top | New | $249.99 −$80.00 below MSRP | 29d (97%) | 24.24% |
3PElectronic Express | New | $249.99 −$80.00 below MSRP | 1d (3%) | 24.24% |
3PAdorama | New | $249.89 −$80.10 below MSRP | 0d (0%) | 24.27% |
The Buy Box for HP Smart Tank Plus 651 Wireless All-in-One Ink Tank Printer, Scanner, Copier, 7XV38AB1H is primarily held by HP (3P) with a 97% share, winning the Buy Box for 29 out of 30 tracked days. Only 2 of 3 total sellers have won the Buy Box.
Buy-box price stayed between $249.99 and $329.99, largely stable over the period. It entered the period already $80.00 below MSRP ($329.99), before any crowding pressure arrived. Seller count peaked at 3 on 07/01, easing off since — adding -1 net seller over the full period. The crowding was short-lived — sellers came in, didn't find enough margin to stay, and pulled back.
Comparing sellers before Jul 29 vs last 3 days of 30-day tracking period
1 persistent 3P seller actively cutting prices — driving ongoing erosion.
No new sellers in recent period
No sellers exited in recent period
$80.00
Severe erosion — floor is $80.00 (24.2%) below MSRP; the product is well below its intended price point and brand integrity is at risk.
3 3P Sellers
3 third-party sellers active — channel showing crowding pressure.
HP
HP (3P) dominates the buy box with 29 wins at $249.99, 24.2% below MAP.
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