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What’s the Difference Between an Accessory and a Package’s Contents?

Here's how accessories and packages differ in how they're used and priced in Goodshuffle Pro.

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Written by Colin Connor
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This feature is available on all Goodshuffle Pro Plans.

Understanding the difference between accessories and packages can help you better organize your inventory and speed up contract creation.

Key Difference: What They Represent

  • A package is a collection of items that form a larger whole.

    • Example: A “10x40 Tent” isn't a single item—it's made of poles, ropes, and other components grouped together.

  • An accessory is a related item that accompanies or enhances a single item.

    • Example: A “Chiavari Chair” is a standalone item. Accessories might include:

      • “Chair Pad” (included or optional)

      • “Chair Sash” (upsell item, e.g., $5)

Pricing Differences

  • Packages can be priced:

    • As a flat fee (e.g., $200 per day for the whole tent package)

    • Or based on the sum of its parts (each included item contributes to total price)
      👉 Learn more about package pricing

  • Accessories can:

    • Be free or priced individually

    • Be optional or required

    • Be auto-hidden from client view (but visible to your team)

🧩 Can You Combine Them?

Yes! You can add accessories to a package.

Example:
You create a Tent Package with these optional accessories:

  • “Tent Sidewalls” (optional, free)

  • “Tent Bistro Lighting” (optional, extra cost)

These accessories are defined ahead of time, so they're ready to add when you place the package on a project.


📊 Quick Comparison

Feature

Accessory

Package

Represents

Add-on to a single item

Collection of items

Pricing

Individual (optional/free/upsell)

Flat rate or sum of contents

Use Case

Upsell or required add-on

Bundle of related gear

Example

Chair pad, sidewalls, lighting

Tent setup with poles and ropes

Optional Items

Yes

Yes (via accessories in package)


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