Although essential services will remain open even as the new circuit breaker measures kick in, some of may want to exercise caution by choosing not to go into public places at all. That’s when we start considering other alternatives, such as takeaways, or platforms where we can do our grocery shopping.
Unbeknownst to us, besides being convenient, online groceries also offer great variety, tempting deals, and comparable prices to real-world supermarkets.
It’s easy to assume that online groceries are more expensive, but prices don’t vary much among basic perishables — even when they’re on sale.
And just like real-world shopping, you can score good deals on non-basic items.
So if prices are similar amongst online grocers, which one should you be buying from?
It helps to examine benefits beyond the price tag. Online supermarkets aren’t just for groceries; they’re a way to save time and money too.
We compared the key differences between the four most recognised online groceries in Singapore: RedMart, Amazon Prime Now, Sheng Siong Online and FairPrice Online.
Comparison of top online grocers in Singapore
Redmart | Amazon Prime Now | Sheng Siong Online | FairPrice Online | |
Items They Carry | Perishables Non-perishables Household & kitchen supplies Personal care products Pet supplies Baby products Baby and kids toys | Perishables Non-perishables Household & kitchen supplies Personal care products Pet supplies Baby products Electronics Toys and hobbies | Perishables Non-perishables Household & kitchen supplies Personal care products Pet supplies Baby products Health & wellness products | Perishables Non-perishables Household & kitchen supplies Personal care products Pet supplies Baby products Kitchen appliances |
Delivery Fee | $5.99 Free for orders above $40 (with LiveUp account) Free for orders above $60 | $5.99 Free 2-hour delivery fir orders above $40 | $6.00 Free for orders above $100 | $7.00 Free for orders above $59 |
Delivery Times | Same day delivery, depending on available delivery time slots | 2-hour and same day delivery, depending on available delivery time slots | Same day delivery, depending on available delivery time slots | Same day delivery, depending on available delivery time slots |
Membership Programme | LiveUp | Prime | – | NTUC |
*Disclaimer: The writer pays for a LiveUp! and Prime Now membership. Opinions expressed are the writer’s own.