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.io Domain vs .com Pricing

Pattern-level value bands set against a landmark sale, with the factor scores that connect them.

Average Value
$103.8K
Median Value
$66.2K
Min Value
$50.7K
Max Value
$219.0K

Valuation Bands

Entry Level

$2,000 - $15,000

Less common single words on .io

0 domains (0.0%)

Typical

$15,000 - $75,000

Brandable single words with developer relevance

5 domains (62.5%)

Top Tier

$75,000 - $200,000

Short, high-recognition single words on .io

2 domains (25.0%)

Example Domains

stack.io

$219.0K

Directional confidencePLATINUM
Length: 5 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 54%

logic.io

$66.2K

Directional confidenceGOLD
Length: 5 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 51%

scale.io

$174.0K

Solid confidencePLATINUM
Length: 5 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 74%

forge.io

$50.7K

Directional confidenceGOLD
Length: 5 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 47%

pulse.io

$50.7K

Directional confidenceGOLD
Length: 5 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 47%

relay.io

$60.9K

Directional confidenceGOLD
Length: 5 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 48%

node.io

$147.0K

Directional confidencePLATINUM
Length: 4 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 51%

flux.io

$62.0K

Directional confidenceGOLD
Length: 4 chars
TLD: .io
Words: 1
Brandability: 51%

Factors Affecting Value

Single Word

Increases

One-word names are the most memorable and brandable

Weight: 80%

Length

Decreases

Shorter words (3-6 chars) command the highest prices

Weight: 60%

.io Extension

Increases

.io is the default extension for developer and infra tools

Weight: 60%

cloud.com - $10.00M

Sale Price
$10.00M
Engine Valuation
$50.00M
Marketplace
Private Sale

The sale price of cloud.com for $10,000,000 was below our engine valuation of $50,000,000 by 80.0%. This may indicate market conditions, buyer constraints, or timing factors.

Factor Breakdown

.com Extension
.com is the gold standard and commands premium prices, especially for one-word domains
90%
Dictionary Word
Real dictionary words command highest prices, especially common words
90%
Premium Tier
Domain falls into premium tier, indicating exceptional quality
85%
Short Length
Short domains (4-5 chars) command premium prices
80%
Tech/AI Category
Tech and AI domains command premium, especially during industry booms
75%

Key Insights

  • The sale price was below our valuation by 80.0%, highlighting market dynamics not fully captured.
  • .com Extension was the primary driver of value, with a 90% impact score.
  • This domain falls into the premium category, commanding prices in the millions.
  • Private sales often command higher prices than public marketplaces due to strategic buyer value.
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