Low-side current sensing is inherently economical, as this eliminates the need for high-voltage, isolated sensing components required in high-side configurations. The integrated sense FET of the DRV8376 further reduces costs by removing the requirement for external shunt resistors, which can range from $0.50 to $2.00 for precision, low temperature options. This integration simplifies the bill of materials (BOM) and reduces PCB space, making the DRV8376 an attractive choice for cost-sensitive applications such as consumer appliances or entry-level automotive systems.