Jun 16, 2022
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The convenience is undeniable: Big digital storefronts like Amazon and Walmart have just about everything, but they don't always have the best prices.
We decided to do some digging to find out where to get the best prices online.
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We asked our friends to list some items they've been saving up for, and then we used a free browser extension that lets you instantly search for better prices at thousands of other online stores.
Here’s what we found.
The convenience is undeniable: Big digital storefronts like Amazon and Walmart.com have just about everything.
But do the big chains also have the best prices? I decided to do some digging to find out.
I asked the MoneyWise.com editorial team to list the kinds of items they're saving up for, then used a free tool that lets you instantly search for better prices at thousands of other online stores.
I was able to find over $400 in savings. Here's how.
Amazon vs. Walmart vs. Capital One Shopping
After setting up Capital One Shopping on my laptop (it’s also available as a mobile app), I started browsing for stuff on Amazon like I usually would.
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Every time I brought up an item, a notification from Capital One Shopping told me whether I could find it for a better price at another store. I also had the option to compare directly with the prices at other big retailers, like Macy’s.
I assumed Amazon, or maybe Walmart, would generally be the best option. Most of the time, I was wrong.
A few other items I looked at, like a portable blender and a Blu-Ray box set, were in fact cheapest at Amazon.
But in total, I was able to save $461.24 just by taking 30 seconds to install Capital One Shopping on my browser.
That’s a lot more than I expected; it almost makes me want to buy some of this stuff for my coworkers. Almost.
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Capital One Shopping also searches for coupon codes from its database of millions of users to help you save even more money when you check out.
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They will even show you discount codes from your favorite YouTube and Instagram influencers.
Whether you are trying to deck out your dorm or buy the latest and greatest gadget, Capital One Shopping can help you do it cheaper.
The service even takes into account things like tax and shipping when determining the best available deal.
Last year Capital One Shopping saved its customers over $160 million, and with just a few clicks you can start saving, too.
Don’t just buy from the big chains because it’s easy. Download Capital One Shopping today and stop paying more than you have to for the exact same stuff.
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Serah Louis is a reporter with Moneywise.com. She enjoys tackling topical personal finance issues for young people and women and covering the latest in financial news.
