Smart shopping means finding value, avoiding scams, and knowing your rights whether you're buying online, in supermarkets, or at the local shops. Our advice helps you shop confidently and protect yourself from misleading claims.
Deals & savings
Consumer Recommended deals
We track and record prices for the best products in the market that we’ve tested - here are the best price drops.
Everyday shopping
8 of the worst products we've tested
Learn why you should avoid these 8 dud products if you see them on sale – you’ll only be disappointed if you buy them.
Food & drink
The healthiest soups at the supermarket - and ones to avoid
Find out how nutritious ready-to-eat supermarket soups in a can or pouch really are.
Online shopping
Trade Me or Marketplace – what’s the best way to sell your stuff online?
The pros and cons of using Trade Me or Marketplace for on-selling unwanted gifts.
Packaging, labelling & advertising
Are Snoozu’s 'money-back guarantees' really what they seem?
Pillow company Snoozu offers customers a 60-day money-back guarantee – but customers say the guarantee is useless once the packaging is opened and the pillows are used.
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Supermarkets
The healthiest soups at the supermarket - and ones to avoid
Find out how nutritious ready-to-eat supermarket soups in a can or pouch really are.
