Most people would instantly say that shopping online is easier, due to the fact that you don’t have to leave your home to do so, however, this is not always the case.
For those that struggle using the computer, shopping online can be very difficult and often can cause the user a great deal of unnecessary stress as they try to figure out how to make a purchase. A visit to the shops for those that are computer illiterate is much easier than trying to place an order for goods online.
Some people do not have a bank account, it might seem a simple basic for many but some people still do not hold their money in the bank, or only hold a cash card. For these people, it’s impossible for them to buy online unless somewhere takes postal orders, which a lot of websites do not. When cash is your only option then the high street is the place for you.
When purchasing clothes and shoes, some people feel that it’s easier to take a trip to the shops and get it right first time rather than ordering online, this is because sizes aren’t always the same and if you purchase online and your item does not fit, you are then responsible for the postage and packaging to return that item, as well as having to wait for a replacement – this can often take a lengthy period of time.