Would you buy in bulk if there is a free or discounted item for it?
By myfb2009
@myfb2009 (8296)
Malaysia
July 19, 2011 8:00pm CST
When i go shopping with my cousins a few days ago, i saw many promotion going on in the shopping malls. My cousins had purchased a few clothes that being promoted "Buy 2 free 1". I even bought some children clothes which being promoted as"Buy 2 and 3rd at half price". I really like that kind of promotion, as it helps me saved a lot in the long run. I even bought a bath shampoo that being promoted "Buy 1 and the 2nd at half price". Do you like this type of promotion and will you purchase them?
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46 responses
@celticeagle (166915)
• Boise, Idaho
20 Jul 11
I like the buy 2 and get 1 free. If it is something I would use and it wouldn't go to waste then I would find it a good deal. I don't usually buy in bulk because we don't have room. It is a good idea to economize. Buying stuff you use alot or love to eat. It might be good for a favorite snack.
@celticeagle (166915)
• Boise, Idaho
22 Jul 11
About the only thing I buy in bulk is toilet paper. I have to have enough of that. Get a little nervous when I am running low. lol
@beingwell (3625)
• Thailand
20 Jul 11
Hi my! Yeap, we buy more than we need to save some money sometimes. It's funny because when I go shopping, I would tell my husband that we would be saving a lot that day; since the more we buy, the more savings we get!hahahaha! Anyway, it seems that it's an all-year sale in the malls here in Thailand. Hence, we always have big savings. LOL!
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
22 Jul 11
Yes, although it seems that we are spending more in the beginning but in the long-run indeed we are saving more money. Because we are buying things at a more cheaper price when we buy in bulk. Same here, we got weekly promotion in every shopping malls in my area here.
@beingwell (3625)
• Thailand
22 Jul 11
Good for us myfb! I remember my friend told me after shopping for some shoes, "We are very smart! We're saving lots of money!"
Indeed!hahaha!
@GardenGerty (160663)
• United States
20 Jul 11
If there is something I need then I will buy multiples. I will not if I cannot use it.
@kareemadivina (1230)
• Philippines
20 Jul 11
I agree I will buy in bulk to save if I'm sure I can use the products before it's expiration date and I have proven that those products have good qualities.If not,I will just purchase it by piece to try it out.
@MsTickle (25180)
• Australia
23 Jul 11
Sometimes this sort of special is OK if it's a product that you use regularly and often but at other times I simply don't want 2 of something, like soft drink or biscuits or some other inappropriate food stuff. Clothing items like shoes are a lot more expensive and even buying 2 pair with a discount can still be more than I can afford to pay. It can even be more than I need most times.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
29 Jul 11
Yes, it is depending on whether the items which on promotion is the type of things that we needed. Same here, i will only purchase them when i really need them. I seldom want to purchase shoes as well. Because the prices is not really that down although it mentioned on promotion.
@leateagee (3667)
• China
10 Nov 12
Oh when Iwas single I don't buy in bulk. But my mom does for the house. But now that I have a family and I know our needs, I love promotions and coupons. They are a big help. Believe or not, we were able to save a lot and enjoy the discounts we got.
I am still learning how to budget my husband's salary and be able to fit in to our every day needs.
@leateagee (3667)
• China
11 Nov 12
Thanks! I did not notice that your discussion was a year ago. The topic is so good that people still responded to this.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
11 Nov 12
Happy to hear you are able to save quite a lot through buying during promotion time. You are lucky that you can buy many items through coupons. As for me here, we don't have much area that uses coupons yet. Take your time and i am sure you are able to learn and manage well on how to budget your husband's salary successfully.
@mtrguanlao (5522)
• Philippines
20 Jul 11
Hello friend!
Oh yes,I do love buying in bulk as it saves a lot of money in my part. And I really like discounts and promos,lol! There are times that I will wait for sale before I go shopping,haha! Even in groceries,I buy in bulk.
@youless (112481)
• Guangzhou, China
10 Nov 12
I remember long time ago there were not many big supermarkets in our city. At that time the very early supermarket finally was available here. But it sold products in bulk. Even though, we were still excited to it and I went there with my friends. We bought the bulk and then we shared them. However, few years later since there were more new big supermarkets available and they didn't require you to buy in bulk. So the customers changed their purchase and this supermarket closed at last. It tells us that perhaps customers don't like buying in bulk so much. Since you have to pay a lot at first even though it seems to be cheap since you buy it in bulk. But it can be out of valid date when you can't use them up on time.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
11 Nov 12
Youless, you are right that not everything can be bought in bulk. I usually only buy household use items like, hair shampoo, bath shampoo, toilet papers and tissue papers in bulk. It is good that you have friends to share, things that you buy in bulk. For the other household items, i prefer to buy them weekly or monthly. Even my food and drink at home are being bought weekly.
@williamjisir (22819)
• China
25 Sep 12
My answer is positive if there is a free or discounted item for it. And we often do so, especially the discount given in supermarkets. The discount is usually attractive that we buy it. I love this kind of promotion business in supermarkets or malls. Take care.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
26 Sep 12
William, firstly we should calculate the price. If it is really cheap, then we can buy those items. In fact, i had saved quite a lot since i planned and buy my household items this way. Only we will need some extra fund in hand, to be able to complete the buying process. Have a nice day...
@JenInTN (27514)
• United States
23 Jul 11
Oh yes..especially if I use it. It really can save alot of money and time if you are able to buy in bulk. I usually buy paper products and hygeine items like toothpaste and deodorant in bulk. Shampoo and conditioner too. There is this place here called Sam's Club where everything is pretty much bulk items they sell. I don't get to go alot but when I do I stock up lol.
@dorannmwin (36392)
• United States
22 Jul 11
For me it really depends on the situation at the time and whether or not I need the things that are on sale. For example, I will take advantage of those promotions when they are things that I know that I am going to need in the near future and also when I have money to make the initial purchase. However, when they aren't things that I need or have money for, then I will not take part in the promotions.
@Paper_Doll (2373)
• Philippines
11 Nov 12
I learned that the products we buy in malls are being sold in a price much higher than its production cost. It is about 50%-85% higher so normally, I prefer factory sales. Lately, I joined a network of people that sells quality items that we use at home in a daily basis like laundry detergent and dish washing liquid. You can actually buy those high quality items in low prices exclusive for their members.
@trannhatanh89 (49)
• Vietnam
24 Jul 11
Yep. It is a great way to save money. You may think that it is ridiculous but i saved hundreds bucks every month doing this.
@jureathome (5361)
• Philippines
14 Nov 12
If I won't be needing the extra piece, and I don't have the extra money to add to get the offer, then I won't. Even if it's discounted, you still have to spend more to get the freebie or discount.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
13 Dec 12
If we have extra fund, of course it is no harm to wait for the big sale to buy clothing at a discounted price. That's what i am always doing, if i want to buy good quality clothing. At least, we are able to save some money by buying the same clothing during usual time. Now, my area here have Christmas sales going on and i am really enjoy shopping during this time.
@silentwill (1685)
• Philippines
20 Jul 11
It depends on the item. I would avail of that for food items that I would usually consume right away.
@jaiho2009 (39141)
• Philippines
20 Jul 11
Yes i do.
I always look for promotion like this esp with clothes.
We can save money from this promo and we also keep some for a gift esp when it is X-mas season and we have a lot of friends to buy for gifts
@andrey0109 (297)
• Las Pinas City, Philippines
20 Jul 11
oh yes, that is for sure. I am actually a person who loves shopping if there are sales or promotions so I can buy a lot instead of buying it with their regular price.
@jaynevalmonte (33)
• Philippines
21 Jul 11
I often go for this kind of promotion, too, especially if there's a freebie (like a cup or a canister for the product), because it made me feel I did get something "special," after all, even if I don't buy the one with freebies, I'd still pay the same amount, right? As for the "Buy 2 Take 1" promotion, I only go for it if I really need or if I really use the product or if it would be beneficial for me. Like one time, I bought this big pack of Spaghetti noodles - I pay for 2 kilos (1 kilo per pack), and I'd get a 400grams pack of spaghetti plus a canister, and since our family is big pasta eaters, it like winning a spaghetti jackpot. However, there was also this one instance when I saw a chocolate bar promoted as "Buy 2 get 1 free" that I didn't buy because the chocolate is due to expire the next week. It is still a case to case basis, but of course, I do love promotions like this - it gives shoppers a value for their money.
@myfb2009 (8296)
• Malaysia
29 Jul 11
Yeah, i ever came across a few items which gives free gift when you purchase 2 to 3 same items at a time. Indeed, it is like we are getting special gift for the money that we had spend on buying them. Of course must only buy things that we really need, to avoid wasting our money.
@grandmasimpson (32)
• United States
20 Jul 11
I love bargins and I am always looking for them to buy. If I find a good one I always buy it. It is good to save money any way we can now a days