I saw this post and wanted to ask the opposite. What are some items that really aren’t worth paying the expensive version for? Preferably more extreme or unexpected examples.

  • Zorque@kbin.social
    131·
    9 months ago

    “There are major durability differences between different cables and many manufacturers offer additional features, beyond the ability to carry an HDMI signal, that could add value and cost” says Park.

    There can still be a difference in physical quality, even if signal quality is relatively unchanged.

      • Drusas@kbin.social
        31·
        9 months ago

        I would agree if not for the fact that I have had the same Monster HDMI cable for nearly a decade now while other brands during this same timeframe have been periodically replaced when they stopped working.

        • whatwhatwhatwhat@lemmy.world
          2·
          9 months ago

          Twisted Veins is my go to. Great quality and durability, much lower price than Monster. I have lived in 9 homes in the last 8 years, and the 4 pack I bought 8 years ago has held up perfectly. These things are outliving TVs, computers, Ethernet cables, you name it.

          • Drusas@kbin.social
            2·
            9 months ago

            Thanks for the recommendation. I’m sure I’ll need to replace a cable before long and I’ll try to keep them in mind.