DiskPrices – Minimal Disk Price Comparison for Amazon
A minimal web app that compares Amazon disk prices by cost per TB/GB, helping developers and tech enthusiasts quickly find the best value across HDDs, SSDs, flash, and tape.
Inspiration
I often found myself manually checking storage costs on Amazon, trying to figure out which HDD, SSD, or flash drive offered the best value. Existing tools were cluttered, outdated, or too complex. I wanted a simple, minimal, developer-friendly tool to compare prices at a glance.
What it does
Fetches disk prices from Amazon via the diskprices.com
Calculates and displays price per TB/GB
Provides filters by brand, capacity, condition, and technology
Covers multiple storage types: HDD, SSD, flash memory, and even tape
Responsive, fast-loading, and distraction-free UI
👉 Try it here: https://diskprices-frontend.vercel.app/
How we built it
Frontend: Next.js + Tailwind CSS
Hosting: Deployed on Vercel for speed and simplicity
Data: Pulled from diskprices.com (Amazon listings)
Design choice: Keep it minimal — no ads, no unnecessary features
Challenges
Normalizing storage units (TB vs GB vs MB)
Handling mixed currencies and international listings
Keeping the UI clean while still useful for power users
Accomplishments
Built a tool that I personally use to save time when shopping for storage
Created a lightweight and mobile-friendly site
Validated the idea that minimalism can be more powerful than feature-heavy platforms
Lessons Learned
Less is more: stripping away distractions makes the product more usable
Developers appreciate clarity and efficiency over fancy UI gimmicks
Even small tools can solve annoying daily problems
What’s next
Add support for more marketplaces (Newegg, eBay, regional Amazon sites)
Historical price tracking and trend visualization
Customizable price alerts
Open-source the frontend for contributions
