Discount Rule Types

Comprehensive guide to all available discount types in Whizmanage system

Discount Rule Types

The Whizmanage system supports 7 different discount types, each tailored for a different purpose. Understanding the differences between types will help you choose the right tool for each promotion.

Overview of All Types

1

Product Adjustment

Definition: Direct discount on specific products

When to use:

  • Discount on a specific category
  • Promotion on a specific brand
  • Discount by product attributes
  • General sale on product group

Examples:

  • "20% off all electronics"
  • "$50 off shoes"
  • "30% off summer clothing"
Product Adjustment
2

Cart Adjustment

Definition: Discount on entire cart amount

When to use:

  • General discount on entire purchase
  • "Over amount X get discount" promotion
  • Automatic coupon for all customers
  • Discount based on cart amount

Examples:

  • "10% off entire cart"
  • "$100 off purchases over $500"
  • "15% off entire cart for Hanukkah"
Cart Adjustment
3

Bulk Discount

Definition: Tiered discounts based on purchase quantity

When to use:

  • Encourage bulk purchases
  • Wholesale discounts
  • "The more you buy, the more you save" promotions
  • Quantity-based discount tiers

Examples:

  • "Buy 3 items - 10% off, Buy 5 - 20% off"
  • "1-2 units: regular price, 3-5 units: 15% off"
Bulk Discount
4

BOGO (Buy One Get One)

Definition: Buy X Get Y from the same product free/discounted

When to use:

  • "Buy 2 Get 1 Free"
  • Promotions on single product
  • Encourage purchasing quantities of same item
  • Clearance promotions

Examples:

  • "Buy 2 shirts, get 1 free"
  • "Buy 3 books, get 1 at 50% off"
  • "Buy 1 Get 1 Free"
BOGO

Important:

BOGO works only on the same product. If you want to buy product X and get a different product Y, use BXGY.

5

BXGY (Buy X Get Y)

Definition: Buy product(s) X and get different product(s) Y free/discounted

When to use:

  • Cross-selling - selling complementary products
  • "Buy expensive product get cheap one free"
  • Bundle promotions
  • Encourage purchasing additional products

Examples:

  • "Buy laptop get mouse free"
  • "Buy 2 shirts get pants at 50% off"
  • "Buy shampoo get conditioner free"
BXGY
6

Shipping Discount

Definition: Discount on shipping cost

When to use:

  • Free shipping over amount
  • Discount on shipping for entire cart
  • Discounted shipping for specific products
  • Shipping promotions

Examples:

  • "Free shipping over $200"
  • "50% off shipping"
  • "Free shipping on electronics"
Shipping Discount
7

Spend Bundle

Definition: Bundle deals - Spend X get discount

When to use:

  • "Spend $500 get $100 off"
  • "Bonus" promotions based on spending
  • Encourage cart size increase
  • Loyalty promotions

Examples:

  • "Spend $300 get $50 off"
  • "Spend $1000 get $200 gift"
Spend Bundle

Quick Comparison Table

TypeMain PurposeComplexityBest For
Product AdjustmentDiscount on products⭐Simple promotions
Cart AdjustmentDiscount on cart⭐General coupons
Bulk DiscountTiered discounts⭐⭐Large quantities
BOGOBuy X Get Y (same product)⭐⭐BOGO promotions
BXGYBuy X Get Y (different product)⭐⭐⭐Cross-selling
ShippingShipping discount⭐Free shipping
Spend BundleSpend X Get Y⭐⭐Loyalty promotions

Summary

Each discount type is designed for a different purpose. Choose the appropriate type for your promotion and enjoy easy and efficient management!

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Introduction

Introduction to Discount Rules

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Creating Rules

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Advanced Conditions

Conditions

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Daily Management

Managing Rules

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