Shopping online vs. in store: Pros and cons of each

We love to shop. It doesn’t matter if it’s Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or a random Tuesday in March — we find it thrilling to fill up our literal and virtual shopping carts with the items we want and need.

And with the continued growth of online shopping, this excitement is never farther away than our phones or computers. The convenience, plus the fact that you can shop in your pajamas, is a tough combination to beat.

Or is it?

Let’s outline the pros and cons of shopping online and in store so you can get the shopping experience you’re looking for.

OK, yes — the obvious benefit of shopping online is doing so in your pajamas on the couch. There’s no disputing that.

But what are the other pros? And how about the cons?

With online shopping continuing to skyrocket in adoption, are we starting to overlook the perks of shopping in a store the old-fashioned way?

Consider these pros and cons:

The best way to shop can vary by the item you’re buying. You’d probably be more apt to buy shoes in the store so you can try them on, but when you’re buying a video game, online will probably do just fine.

Plus, each way offers its own sale opportunities. Amazon Prime Day and Cyber Monday have great deals, but Black Friday shopping in person could be an exciting battle for the best deals.

Happy shopping!

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