Harjoitushinta

Harjoitushinta is a term used in Finnish commerce to describe a temporary or promotional price offered for demonstration or practice purposes. The word combines harjoitus (practice) and hinta (price). It is commonly applied in contexts where a product or service is shown, tested, or piloted before a final purchase decision.

Usage and contexts include product demonstrations, software trials, equipment showcases, or introductory offers during a pilot project. The practice price is usually time-bound and may come with conditions such as participation requirements, minimum commitments, or specific usage limits.

Implementation and labeling are important: sellers typically declare the price as a harjoitushinta and clearly communicate the duration, eligibility, and restrictions. It is common to display the normal price alongside the practice price to avoid misunderstandings, and to ensure that the offer is truly limited in time or scope.

Legal and consumer considerations in Finland emphasize transparency in pricing. Discounts or special prices must be clearly explained and not misleading. If harjoitushinta is offered, terms should be easy to understand, with explicit end dates and any restrictions stated.

Relation to other concepts: Harjoitushinta is related to introductory prices, promotional pricing, and free trials, but it is distinct from permanent discounts or fully free demonstrations. It serves as a mechanism to reduce barriers to trying a product or service while aligning expectations with eventual purchase decisions.