What Are The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Online Shopping?

  In Singapore, we must have heard of this song that goes: “Go Shopee pi pi pi pi pi, buy everything thing thing thing... go Shopee!” We must also have heard of: “Twelve twelve sale at Lazada… buy everything on Lazada!” Those were broadcasted all over social media and television, attracting many people to shop online at their platforms. So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping?

  Firstly, online shopping is very convenient and relaxing. We can easily find the items we need just by searching up the term. The page will then automatically sort out and display different varieties of the items we want. After that, just a few taps or clicks on the screen, and our order will be ready to be delivered straight to our doorsteps. Whilst waiting, we can proceed to do other things we want such as playing some games or watching some television.

  Secondly, we can get cheaper prices and discounts from online shopping. We can compare the prices from different sellers and then later decide which product has the cheapest price. Also, as the online companies are promoting their platforms to new customers, they will occasionally give out free discount coupons for us to save some money from the products that we are purchasing. All these make shopping online very attractive.

  However, online shopping can lead us to get scammed. There was one incident where a woman in Singapore purchased a 98 dollar water spray gun on Shopee. She ended up receiving a photo of the spray gun out of the parcel. Additionally, there was another incident where another woman in Thailand bought a mini rice cooker. It turned out to be slightly smaller than expected - a mini rice cooker figurine. Hence shopping online has its downsides.

  Moreover, the delivery time for online shopping can take very long. Compared to physical shopping, we would have already received the item by the time we reach home. If we need an item urgently, online shopping is not the recommended option as the delivery time can take up to seven days or even months.

  In conclusion, online shopping can be perilous. But if we shop cautiously and patiently, online shopping can be a wondrous experience for us.