5 Things To Avoid Buying From Amazon
July 17, 2019
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Amazon is one of the biggest shopping sites in the world, and it’s undoubtedly convenient. You can pretty much buy anything off Amazon, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that you should. Here are five things that you should never buy off Amazon, and only buy in store.
1. Clothing
Although Amazon has tons and tons of clothing, the price for shipping can be free with some colors and sizes, and cost you big bucks for others. Additionally, many Amazon sellers will advertise their clothing for the exact same price as the actual brand does. So, what’s the point?
2. Single-Serve Coffee Pods
When it comes to popular single-serve coffee brands like Keurig, Tassimo, and Nespresso, Amazon retailers tend to jack their prices right up. You can generally find the exact same products at Target for way less money.
3. Electronics
The problem with buying electronics off of Amazon is that they’re generally not covered by warranty. You’re better off buying from an electronics store, where you can bring in any items if you were to experience a problem with them. Plus, electronics prices at Target tend to be cheaper anyways.
4. Cleaning Products
You can almost always find cheaper cleaning products, laundry detergent, etc. at stores like Target, Walmart, and even the dollar store than you’ll find on Amazon. Ordering these products online also comes with the risk of them spilling and leaking during the delivery process.
5. Beauty Products
The bigger the beauty brand, the more likely you are to experience counterfeit makeup. Counterfeit makeup is generally filled with harmful chemicals, and it’s more common than you may think. For these reasons, it’s best to skip buying beauty products and makeup off Amazon.