What are some ways to save money aside from coupon hunting and monitoring discounts? Group buys, of course! Group buys in Singapore are the latest consolidated community purchases of items such as fresh fruits, fresh meat and even electronics. The number one benefit from group buys is definitely savings. Prices of group buy items are often cheaper than retail prices off the shelves.
Community purchases also mean there is a collection point in the neighbourhood. Otherwise, a delivery fee to your door step is charged for your purchases. Here’s our list of pocket-friendly group buys in Singapore to join.
Money-saving Group Buys for Groceries
We Buy Group Buy
Webuy harnesses the benefits of group buying on its e-commerce platform. From fresh fruits to meats and sweet treats, Webuy has a large variety of fresh produce and groceries to choose from.
Choose the nearest collection point, join the groupchat to see the latest deals. Purchases above $60 get delivered for free. Webuy also has a dedicated app for fuss-free shopping.
Click here to get to the Webuy bulk purchasing perks.
Group Buys SG
Group Buys SG is a group buy platform for premium brands of food and drinks. Simply send a WhatsApp message with your postal code. Then register your group buy interest. Order, pay and receive your goods.
Past Group Buys that were hosted include purchases for Lim Chee Guan Bak Kwa, Hong Mei Ren Jelly Oranges, Loong Fatt Tau Sar Piah and more.
Find out more here.
Singapore Home Cooks: Meat, Seafood, Processed food
Another popular group buy is Singapore Home Cooks, with a following of 60,000. Singapore Home Cooks has themed group buys such as “Japan Air Flown Night”, “Sum more Dimsum” or “Meat Up Tuesdays” conducted via Facebook Live. The live video showcases the products on offer or conducted via live bids.
If you miss the Facebook live formats, fret not as there is a Telegram group “SHC Groupbuy” that allows daily orders. Recipes are also shared in the Telegram group on how to prepare the purchases for meals and different dishes.
Compared to other Group Buys, Singapore Home Cooks feature more premium ingredients like Sashimi, Ikura, Truffle Siew Mai, quality meat cuts and artisanal bread. More details on Singapore Home Cooks’ Facebook page.
Fresh Collective: Fruits and Drinks
Fruit lovers would love group buys specializing in fresh fruits. Fresh Collective runs Group Buys in Central, East, Northeast, West of Singapore.
Apart from fresh fruits, Fresh Collective also sells Kagome juices and Hokkaido UHT milk. To join one of the Whatsapp groups for group buys, click here.
Freshly Picked: Fruits and Vegetables
Love exotic fruits from around the globe? Freshly Picked sells Taiwanese Mango, Spanish plums, Japanese melons, rainbow baby carrots and more. It also has pea shoot kits, cotton candy grapes and pineapple guava. Send a private message here to join one of the Whatsapp group chats for group buys.
SG Mummies Groupbuy
SG Mummies Groupbuy is a Telegram channel for parents to purchase products for household use or for their little ones. Items include Kitchenaid pots and pans, magnetic drawing boards, supplements, enrichment materials and more.
Join the telegram channel here.
Groupbuy @ Pasir Ris
Groupbuy @ Pasir Ris started as a bunch of foodies in the neighbourhood that came together to buy food, share orders and delivery costs. This group has been on the hunt for superb deals ever since March 2020.
The group is managed by one coordinator who handles everything from suppliers, ordering, payment and enquiries. Collection is at one specific location in Pasir Ris only. Delivery charges apply for locations in Pasir Ris, Loyang and Tampines.
Join the Pasir Ris deal hunters here.
Yishun Groupbuy
For those who live in Yishun, join the Yishun groupbuys for popular food and desserts to satiate the cravings. Recent orders include lapis cakes, Bak Kwa, CNY goodies and spicy shrimp.
Start your groupbuy journey in Yishun here.
Various Group Buy Telegram Groups
Head to Telegram to find group buy telegram groups. Chances are you can find one situated in your estate. Active location-specific groups include Bidadari Lobang, Yishun Groupbuy, Tampines BTO Groupbuy, Tampines Greenvine Groupbuy and more.
Pros and Cons of Group Buys in Singapore
The lower prices and convenience are perks of getting groceries via group buys. However, the inability to choose and select products, as well as the need for a third-party coordination means an additional spot to get to for collection.
Given the variety, reviews from other group members plus tried and tested recipes, group buys are worth the try to gain more savings.
Happy group buying and don’t forget to share your find on Little Day Out with your group!
