Is 'quick commerce' actually saving me money or just making me spend more?

I spent $45 on grocery delivery through a 10-minute app last week for snacks and a few staples, and it felt efficient but I noticed my total was way higher than if I'd planned ahead. Has anybody else found that these ultra-fast delivery services burn a hole in your wallet or do you think the convenience is worth the extra cost?

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derekjenkins3d ago

Do you think the app is designed to make you impulse buy with those flashy pictures and quick add buttons?

patricia_schmidt143d ago

It gets me every time. The key is those impulse buys while you're scrolling through the app. You see a bag of chips or a fancy soda and just add it without thinking because it's only a few bucks. Then the delivery fee and tip on top of a $45 total really stings. I started keeping a list on my phone of what I actually need and only searching for those exact items. It's boring but it stops me from grabbing the extras that blow up the bill. Planning ahead for a bigger grocery run once a week really does save more money in the long run.