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Trueblue Texan

(3,157 posts) Sun Nov 17, 2024, 08:53 AM Nov 2024

My family and I are looking for Alternatives to Amazon this year.

Every time I think of buying from Amazon, my mind starts talking about "Bone Saw Bezos" and I just can't in good conscience use the service anymore. I needed some pint sized freezer containers that I always buy at Amazon, but I was delighted to find them for a reasonable price at Walmart--free shipping too! We've been compiling lists of retail alternatives to Amazon and are using the Giftster app this year instead of Amazon wish lists. Target, Walmart, Costco, and several other retailers offer free shipping just like Amazon. Here's an article in Rolling Stone for other alternatives:

https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/lifestyle/best-amazon-alternatives-1136987/

Hope this helps.

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My family and I are looking for Alternatives to Amazon this year. (Original Post) Trueblue Texan Nov 2024 OP

Shopping in person is best for the local economy. LisaM Nov 2024 #1

Is there a list of small business owners who aren't MAGAt? John Shaft Nov 2024 #9

I don't know where you live. But if you get out and about.. LisaM Nov 2024 #13

I'm having hood luck at Target. Scrivener7 Nov 2024 #2

Me as well. nt 617Blue Nov 2024 #4

Isn't Walmart Pretty Right Wing? nt SoCalDavidS Nov 2024 #3

Yes, but it didn't sacrifice an employee on the alter of MBS. Trueblue Texan Nov 2024 #8

I often buy directly from the company's website. megahertz Nov 2024 #5

+1 I like going right to the source if possible also. I look online to see if what I want is available at the store Hotler Nov 2024 #7

Ebay has a lot stuff still Johonny Nov 2024 #6

This is wonderful, thank you. Passages Nov 2024 #10

ebay with the right filters eShirl Nov 2024 #11

I like eBay for fun vintage items. Passages Nov 2024 #12

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LisaM

(28,966 posts)

1. Shopping in person is best for the local economy.

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 09:03 AM

Nov 2024

I know e-commerce has done its best to quash local economies, but it's the best alternative when possible.

John Shaft

(808 posts)

9. Is there a list of small business owners who aren't MAGAt?

Reply to LisaM (Reply #1)

Mon Nov 18, 2024, 05:57 AM

Nov 2024

I know the identifiers: NFIB sticker; NRA stickers; excessive patriotica. Are there other identifiers?

LisaM

(28,966 posts)

13. I don't know where you live. But if you get out and about..

Reply to John Shaft (Reply #9)

Mon Nov 18, 2024, 11:45 AM

Nov 2024

you should be able to figure out what's local. Can't you check out your own local stores?

Scrivener7

(53,945 posts)

2. I'm having hood luck at Target.

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 09:04 AM

Nov 2024

617Blue

(1,648 posts)

4. Me as well. nt

Reply to Scrivener7 (Reply #2)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 09:09 AM

Nov 2024

SoCalDavidS

(10,599 posts)

3. Isn't Walmart Pretty Right Wing? nt

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 09:09 AM

Nov 2024

Trueblue Texan

(3,157 posts)

8. Yes, but it didn't sacrifice an employee on the alter of MBS.

Reply to SoCalDavidS (Reply #3)

Mon Nov 18, 2024, 05:42 AM

Nov 2024

Target also gives support to both parties, as do most retailers.

megahertz

(182 posts)

5. I often buy directly from the company's website.

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 11:18 AM

Nov 2024

Example, if I want certain shoes, I'll buy them from that company's website rather than finding them on Amazon, Zappos, Walmart, etc. (Or I'll visit their local store, if there is one.)

Hotler

(12,662 posts)

7. +1 I like going right to the source if possible also. I look online to see if what I want is available at the store

Reply to megahertz (Reply #5)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 11:30 AM

Nov 2024

before I drive over too.

Johonny

(22,734 posts)

6. Ebay has a lot stuff still

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Sun Nov 17, 2024, 11:22 AM

Nov 2024

And often cheaper than on Amazon these days. Etsy is cool if you're looking for unique gifts.

Passages

(1,835 posts)

10. This is wonderful, thank you.

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Mon Nov 18, 2024, 08:04 AM

Nov 2024

I never had an account until the pandemic and want to get rid of it too.

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And while Amazon has launched a number of initiatives to support small business owners, many shoppers still feel uneasy about supporting a site that’s become such a monopoly in the e-commerce space.

Prefer to support small businesses directly? Sites like Etsy let you shop directly from the makers and designers themselves. Redbubble.com is also another great marketplace for independent artists (with their pieces printed on everything from T-shirts to tablecloths).

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What Are the Best Amazon Alternatives to Shop Online?
There are a number of good Amazon alternatives that you can support online. These online retailers offer a curated selection of goods that eliminate that overwhelming feeling of swiping through thousands of options. Eco-conscious and social justice-minded consumers will also be happy to know that many of these companies are B corporations, which means they must uphold a certain level of transparency and accountability, and abide by strict environmental and ethical standards. Keep reading for our favorite non-Amazon places to shop online.
https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/lifestyle/best-amazon-alternatives-1136987/

eShirl

(19,044 posts)

11. ebay with the right filters

Reply to Trueblue Texan (Original post)

Mon Nov 18, 2024, 08:28 AM

Nov 2024

* located in the US
* free shipping
* buy it now
* list by price + shipping lowest to highest
* look for sellers with lots of sales and a perfect customer rating

Passages

(1,835 posts)

12. I like eBay for fun vintage items.

Reply to eShirl (Reply #11)

Mon Nov 18, 2024, 08:32 AM

Nov 2024

Where 100% cotton is still real cotton. lol

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