Collection Value
How Value Is Calculated
Section titled “How Value Is Calculated”ToolDB calculates your total collection value by summing the Purchase Price field across all tools and batteries. This appears on:
- The Analytics summary card
- The Export page collection summary
Getting an Accurate Value
Section titled “Getting an Accurate Value”For the most useful valuation:
- Enter purchase prices for all tools, even estimates
- Include batteries — they add up fast
- Update prices if you know the current replacement cost
- Don’t forget accessories and attachments logged as separate tools
What’s Not Included
Section titled “What’s Not Included”- Tools without a purchase price are counted in your tool total but excluded from the value calculation
- The “With Price” count on the Export page tells you how many items have prices entered
Using Your Valuation
Section titled “Using Your Valuation”Your total collection value helps you:
- Know if you need additional insurance coverage
- Understand your investment in tools
- Make informed decisions about upgrading or replacing
- Provide documentation to insurance companies