Shopping has been and will always be beneficial because every time you shop, you get something, right? From a simple purchase to finding great deals, the joy we get in shopping is nothing in the place of money. Since the pandemic, we are now seeing two types of shopping naturally. Online and offline shopping. Offline shopping of course is the traditional way of shopping – being able to roam around the store and present at the counter when it’s time for billing. Online shopping, on the other hand, seemed like the best option during the times of the pandemic as it was very convenient especially when the presence of a crowd means possible exposure to the coronavirus.
In this article, we shall take a look at the comparison of online and offline shopping. We will list down the advantages and disadvantages of offline shopping, as well as online shopping.
Advantages of Online Shopping
As the internet has revolutionized the way we shop, there are tons of online shopping sites out there where you can buy everything from plane tickets, flat-screen TV to food, clothing, furniture, office supplies, movies, and a whole lot more. With online shopping, you have wide access to a wide range of products. Everything is just a click away from your condo, you can shop at any time of the day without having to worry about getting stuck in traffic. Online shopping also offers exclusive deals which we don’t usually get in physical stores. There are also tons of modes of payment if you have no cash or if cashless transactions are what you prefer. With online shopping, you can also compare prices with different stores with no hassle! While shopping online is convenient and fun, it has its disadvantages too. Know these cons to weigh in the benefits of online shopping versus traditional offline shopping.
Disadvantages of Online Shopping
One of the most annoying parts of online shopping is the time of delivery, you may experience some delays as you have no control over the delivery process. There are several factors affecting the time of delivery such as weather, damage, and more that lead to a delay. Since there is no salesperson nor the actual product sample in front of you, the quality of the product is quite uncertain until it is handed over to you. You will have to rely on the product details and reviews available on the site to make sure you’re getting the best of what you desire. Another con is with cybercrimes increasing, you can never really trust the internet fully. There are risks of credit card fraud and misuse. Lastly, online shopping means more use of plastic packaging and gas, as this brings more convenience to you, it is also bringing a negative impact on our environment.
Advantages of Offline Shopping
Do not think that offline shopping has only demerits. There are still both advantages and disadvantages of offline shopping. The biggest benefit of offline shopping is that shoppers can get to check the goods personally and there is no scope of one getting disappointed with the quality of the product. Unlike online shopping, you can use the product/s instantly. Instant use and no waiting period are other benefits of offline shopping. Offline shopping also gives the shopper the services and recommendations from the staff as to what fits best the customer. Lastly, offline shopping is customer-friendly to people with no access to the internet or with little knowledge of online shopping.
Disadvantages of Offline Shopping
For the last part of the comparison of online and offline shopping, Offline shopping has its fair share of cons too. Going from one shop or one aisle to another can be exhausting and time-consuming. You could spend hours roaming around looking for something. There are also times, especially on payday when malls and groceries get crowded that you can barely walk or navigate your cart. Imagine being dragged along if you hate crowded places and less personal space. Lastly, the biggest drawback of offline shopping is the lack of choices as physical stores have a limitation when it comes to the variety of product choices. In simple words when it comes to a wide range of products and choices, online shopping has an edge over offline shopping.
Wherever you are and whichever you prefer in shopping, either online or offline shopping, Vista Residences has nearby and/or in-house AllDay and AllHome stores that gives their users both online and offline shopping options! AllDay Supermarket offers fresh essentials from food, beverages, pharmacy, homewares, and even beauty products both online and offline. Their services are available on same-day grocery delivery with just one click!
Vista Residences, one of the leading condominium property developers in the Philippines has been providing its users both the sense of security, comfort, and accessibility to all important locations a unit owner might need. Unit owners come from different walks of life. They all are different, some are students, small families, and extended families - all of these are being catered by Vista Residences. Units are also very close to different institutions such as malls, parks, and schools. There are a lot more plans being made by this company as they are currently preparing to develop more mid-rise to high-rise condominium properties in different parts of the country - in the National Capital Region, namely, Manila, Mandaluyong, Ortigas, Makati, Taguig, and Quezon City. It also has units in the Luzon area - in Baguio, in the Visayas - in Cebu, and in Mindanao - Cagayan De Oro. Vista Residences condominium units are designed to suit all types of condo living for its users no matter where they are.
Vista Residences continues to create great quality units for its users and potential clients. They also give their users the freedom to shape it however they want and at the same time help them make eco-friendly purchases for their future homes. Indeed, it is a company that values its users’ way of living as it offers state-of-the-art amenities, the presence of leisure and recreational spaces in all its units, and 24/7 security. Make your next big step towards independent living with Vista Residences!
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