Incredible India monthly contest of November #2|Are you for or against online shopping?
Which shopping style do you prefer, online or offline? Reasons.
My preferred shopping is offline shopping. The reason why offline shopping is my experience ping is because it gives me the privilege to cross-check whatever I am about to buy. Offline shopping gives me the time to interact with the seller which also gives me the privilege to cross-check and taste the material that I want to buy.
Offline shopping offers me hands-on experiences such as trying clothes or testing electronics, to enhance my decision-making. Also, it is much easier and faster for me to directly return to the store. In summary, I prefer offline shopping because I value immediate access, quality check, and the store experience when doing my shopping.
Share both the Pros and cons of both shopping styles!
Below is a breakdown of the pros and cons of both shopping styles.
Online Shopping Styles
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Convenience Shopping can be done from anywhere with an internet connection. | No physical interaction: Can't see, touch, or try products before buying. |
| Variety:Access to VA's range of products including international brands | Delivery time: Waiting for shipping, usually take days or months |
| Time saving: Avoids traveling and long checkout queues. | Fraud risk: there is a risk of receiving damaged or counterfeit goods or falling victim to scams. |
Offline Shopping Styles
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Hands-on experience: I can physically see, touch, or try products for better assurance. | Time-consuming: It requires traveling and can involve long queues. |
| Instant Gratification: Immediate purchase and possession of goods | Limited Selection: Only offers what is available in the store unlike the vast variety online. |
| Social interaction: Get advice from sales staff and enjoy the in-store ambiance | Higher Costs: May have higher prices due to operational costs like staffing and rent |
Do you have any bitter experiences with online or offline purchases? Share.
Yes, I have bitter experience with online purchases which is why I have stopped purchasing things online. There was a beautiful dress that I saw online and made a payment for it hoping to receive the dress in less than 5 days after I had made my payment. I was premised 5 days which the day got extended to 10 days.
The worst part of it is that it is not what I ordered that I received. The dress that I received looks very old and weak which I felt so sad about it. First, the time factor and secondly receiving fake products got me angry.
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Congratulations! Your post has been upvoted through @steemcurator03. Good post here should be..Such experiences are indeed very disappointing and make anyone lose trust in online shopping. When our expectations of the quality of goods are not met, especially after a long wait, it is natural to feel upset. In your case, not only the delay in delivery, but also receiving a product that is far from the description makes it a bitter experience.
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