There are savings to be had on all kinds of products and services, if you know where to look and what to ask for. We show you how to find the best prices on essentials like clothing, groceries and bills, so you have more money left over for the important things, like dining out and shopping – and we'll show you how to get a bargain on those, too!
Bargain hunting
Bargain hunting
Are you paying too much? We show you how to get more for your money.
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CHOICE reveals the leading brands for barbecues, fridges, vacuums, dryers and more
Discover our top picks for best brands based on our expert testing and detailed research.
Best and worst deals of the 2025 EOFY sales
You've seen the discounts, but are the products any good? We shine a light on the good and bad of EOFY 2025.
EOFY best buys: Member exclusive
We reveal the best from our tests to help you shop smart in the sales.
EOFY sales 2025: Everything you need to know
Our guide reveals the deals, along with the traps, scams and duds to avoid.
Products to avoid in the EOFY sales
CHOICE experts name the products you should avoid, regardless of how cheap they are.
The expensive products that are worth the money
Splashing out on these appliances could save you money, time and effort in the long run – that's money well spent, we think.
Ikea: Best buys and what to avoid
From mattresses and microwaves to cooktops and cots, we take a look at some of Ikea's best and worst products.
5 times cheap products outperformed expensive brands
That awkward moment when a cheap Ikea oven outclasses a $3000 designer European model.
Why Black Friday and Boxing Day sales last longer than ever
Feel like retailers are always having a sale? We look at why extended markdowns are becoming the norm.
Boxing Day duds: The products to avoid in the sales
Think twice before adding these low scorers to your cart.
Boxing Day best buys: Member exclusive
Buying big in the sales? Here's our guide to the best-rated products to look for.
10 products under $100 CHOICE experts love
We asked our experts to spill the beans on the cheap products they love.
Products to avoid in the Black Friday sales
Don’t let high-pressure sales tactics trick you into buying a dud.
Products worth buying in the Black Friday sales
Expert tips for bagging a genuine Black Friday bargain. Plus, exclusively for members, the products to buy in the sales.
Can you trust AI to recommend products?
Find out how reliable popular chatbots are when it comes to suggesting your next purchase.
How to avoid Prime Day sales hype
Prime Day deals are extremely tempting, here's how to avoid overspending.
Overpriced and underperforming: The pricey products that flunked our tests
From stick vacs to TVs, these premium-priced products delivered bargain-bucket performance.
How to op shop like a pro and save money this year
Think op shopping is just for clothes? Think again. Here’s how to save money on plenty of practical items.
How to shop smart in the Boxing Day sales
If you're keen to shop in the end-of-year sales, these tips can help you get a good deal.
How to buy or repair a second-hand appliance
A guide to buying used whitegoods, electronics and small appliances, and how to maintain them.
Don't get ripped off by an extended warranty in the Boxing Day sales
If you're looking to save this sales season, don't waste money on a low-value extended warranty.
Does Black Friday really have the best deals?
Our price-check investigation shows that you can find bigger discounts at other times of the year.
Most popular products in the EOFY sales
We round up the most researched products in the lead-up to the sales, and give you our top tips to help you shop.
Chemist Warehouse Black Friday sale prices not so hot
Prices on three items were significantly higher during the sale than before or after.
One in two Aussies are keen to bag a Black Friday bargain
The four-day shopping event is bigger than ever, but CHOICE data finds not everyone is convinced the discounts are worth it.
How to haggle and get the best deal
Bargaining isn't just about saving money...
Australia's appliance shortage – why is it happening and how long will it last?
Plus, expert advice for buying appliances during the shortage.
The biggest product fails of 2019
Find out which appliances and products stood out this year – for all the wrong reasons.
Five products to think twice about before buying from overseas
Shopping for these products on foreign shores could end in disappointment, injury and even arrest.
Buying tech products in the EOFY sales?
What you need to ask before you buy.
What's the problem with buying cheap appliances?
A great bargain or just suspiciously cheap? Here’s what you need to consider before buying a budget appliance.
Things you can get for free on your birthday
Birthday expert, Erin Farrugia, knows hot to celebrate – and where to go to pick up birthday discounts and special offers.
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