Do you have something cheaper?
'Economico' — stress 'e-co-NO-mi-co'. Five syllables. Don't swallow the middle ones.
When the item is over your budget and you want alternatives. Honest and practical — staff will guide you to a different section.
'Qualcosa di + adjective' is a set Italian structure. 'Di' links 'qualcosa' to its descriptive adjective. 'Economico' = affordable/cheap (not offensive).
Avete qualcosa in una fascia di prezzo più bassa?
Do you have anything in a lower price range?
More sophisticated phrasing for boutiques
Cerco qualcosa entro i cinquanta euro.
I'm looking for something under fifty euros.
Give a specific budget
È il più economico che avete?
Is this the cheapest you have?
Asking if there's nothing lower
Italian shop assistants rarely show offence when asked for lower-priced options. Italian culture values 'bella figura' but also practicality — finding value for money is respected.