The shopping scene in the Philippines was mostly retail-based in the past few years as logistics and the internet continue to become one of the pain points of online shopping in the country. It wasn’t until the pandemic happened, which forced the government to go on strict lockdown a few months ago that online shopping has been massively amplified. Continue reading to see top online shopping apps that helped the Philippines go through the pandemic.
During the lockdown online shopping has been amplified further and integrated further into the lives of Filipinos. In fact, a report published by Facebook has found that the e-commerce industry has been propelled further by the pandemic.
From the looks of how things are going, it seems like online shopping is here to stay, and it will grow even bigger moving forward. If you’re planning to take part in this growing trend or you’re already doing it, here is a quick guide on where you can shop online in the Philippines!
These are the top online shopping apps which dominated the online shopping industry in 2020 where you can buy everything you need or want under the sun.
1. Shopee
This shopping portal giant in the Philippines has swept the country off its feet with its silly but catchy jingles and very youthful promotional campaigns. Shopee is a younger platform that has taken some cues from Lazada and there’s no denying their user interface’s obvious similarity.
Shop here: shopee.ph
2. Lazada
A major e-commerce site not just in the Philippines but throughout the Southeast Asian region. Lazada is also the pioneer shopping site that introduced the all-in-on online shopping concept to the Philippines. While the concept has been around for ages in other countries, Lazada was the game-changer in the Philippine e-commerce scene.
Shop here: lazada.com.ph
3. Zalora
This is one of the pioneer shopping websites in the Philippines when it comes to apparel for men and women. They pride themselves as Asia’s Leading Online Fashion Destination, and true enough they are in the Philippines.
Zalora isn’t exactly a shopping portal to go to if you’re looking for cheap finds, but if you’re looking to level up your wardrobe, this is one of the places to be.
Shop here: zalora.com.ph
4. Beauty Manila
A homegrown beauty and cosmetic products website in the Philippines which started even way before the dawn of the e-commerce giants, Lazada and Zalora. This website is founded by a Filipina who wants to create a beauty niche online suited for Filipinas beauty. Other than a store, they also have their online magazine featuring beauty tips tailored to the Filipino audience.
Shop here: beautymnl.com
5. SHEIN
After years of trial and error, this is one of the best international sites for clothes that ships fast to PH and at no extra cost.
Shop here: ph.shein.com
6. Carousell
Formerly known as olx.ph, one of the earliest buy and sell websites in the Philippines. This platform is not just a website, it’s also an app for easier shopping and selling experience. If you’re looking for some second-hand items or if you’re looking to sell your stuff yourself, this is one of the go-to platforms nowadays, not just in the Philippines but in the entire Southeast Asian region.
Shop here: carousell.ph
7. eBay.ph
The pioneer eCommerce platform on the internet. This online shopping site offers both brand new and secondhand products, and when users sign up for an account they can buy and sell products immediately.
Shop here: ebay.ph
Also read, FILIPINO CONSUMER BUYING BEHAVIOR TOWARDS ONLINE SHOPPING ON MOBILE APP MARKETPLACES
Source: https://www.similarweb.com/apps/top/google/app-index/ph/shopping/top-free/
