Creating Shopping Lists
Shopping lists in BuyersMarket do more than track what you need - they tell you WHERE and WHEN to buy each item for maximum savings!
Pro Tip
Create a 'Staples' list for items you buy every month. BuyersMarket will watch prices for you and tell you when it's the best time to stock up!
💡 Why Smart Shopping Lists?
Price Intelligence
See A-B-C ratings for every item in your list at a glance.
Store Optimization
Find out which store gives you the best total price.
Share with Family
Share lists with family members so anyone can shop.
📱 Creating a New List
Open the Lists Tab
Tap the 📝 Lists icon in the bottom navigation bar to see all your shopping lists.
Tap '+ New List'
You'll be asked to name your list. Be descriptive!
💡 List Name Ideas:
- • "Weekly Groceries" - your regular shopping
- • "Party Supplies - Dec 25" - event-specific lists
- • "Staples (Stock Up)" - items to buy at A-rating
- • "Baby Essentials" - category-specific lists
Add Items
There are multiple ways to add items to your list:
🏪 Store Optimization
Once you've added items, BuyersMarket analyzes prices across all stores to show you the best options:
🎯 Single Store Mode
See which ONE store offers the best total price for your entire list. Perfect when you want to shop quickly in one place.
🗺️ Multi-Store Mode
Split your list across multiple stores for maximum savings. We'll tell you which items to get where.
"Multi-store shopping can save you 20-30% more, but don't forget about fuel costs! Use the Trip Optimizer to make sure it's worth it."
📋 List Templates
Start with a pre-built template instead of creating from scratch:
Weekly Essentials
20 common grocery staples
Breakfast Basics
Eggs, bread, butter, juice, etc.
Household Supplies
Cleaning products, paper goods
Baby Needs
Diapers, formula, baby food
Party Shopping
Drinks, snacks, disposables
Healthy Eating
Fresh produce, proteins, whole grains
👨👩👧 Sharing Lists
Share shopping lists with family members or roommates:
- ✓Tap the share icon on any list
- ✓Send an invite link via WhatsApp, email, or text
- ✓Anyone with the link can view and edit the list
- ✓See who added what (with edit history)
- ✓All members get notified of changes
Marcia Says
Perfect for families! Mom can add items, Dad can do the shopping, and everyone stays in sync.
✨ Smart Suggestions
🔁 "You Usually Buy..."
Based on your shopping history, we'll suggest items you typically buy together.
🅰️ "On Sale Now"
Items from your past lists that are currently at A-rating. Stock up time!
🕐 "Running Low?"
Based on purchase patterns, we'll remind you when you might be running low.
💡 "Better Alternatives"
Similar products at better prices or ratings that you might want to consider.
💪 Pro Tips for Power Users
Pin Frequently Used Lists
Your "Weekly Groceries" list can be pinned to the top for quick access.
Duplicate Lists
Starting a new week? Duplicate last week's list and just remove what you don't need.
Check Off While Shopping
Use the app while shopping to check off items. Checked items move to the bottom.
🎉 Lists Mastered!
Enhance your shopping experience:
Still Need Help? 🤔
Our team is here to help you get the most out of BuyersMarket. Reach out anytime!