In the supermarket, the price at the checkout is valid—not the price on the shelf. This is pointed out by Stiftung Warentest and the consumer advice centre in Berlin, among others. The reason for this is the Price Indication Ordinance. This can result in a supposed bargain not being a bargain in reality.
An example: On the shelf, the bottle of washing-up liquid is listed as a special offer with a price of 88 cents. At the checkout, however, the cashier enters 1.09 euros. The customer complains and insists on the lower price. In the end, she only paid the 88 cents because the supermarket was accommodating. But she does not have a right to this.
Consumer advocates therefore advise people to check their receipts in the supermarket. If the supermarket insists on the higher price, you can cancel the purchase. If you discover the difference at home, it is more difficult.
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