As it will take some time before we see the results of the COVID-19 vaccine, going to crowded places is still risky. Groceries being a necessity means we will have to frequently make such purchases, but many apps now exist to do the shopping for us instead.
We compiled a list of 10 online grocery delivery apps you can opt to use for minimising that risk. These are not walk-in grocery stores like Jaya Grocer or Tesco, for example, but they do source from these stores or their own dark stores.
Dictionary Time: A dark store is generally a large warehouse that can either be used to facilitate a “click-and-collect” service, where a customer collects an item they have ordered online, or as an order fulfilment platform for online sales.
1. MyGroser
MyGroser is an online grocery delivery started by a founder who wanted to change the “unrewarding” experience of standard grocery shopping.
They have products ranging from fresh produce to meat and seafood, alcohol, toiletries, hampers, baked goods, pet food, etc.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: RM8.90, but free on orders over RM100.
Delivery Times: Monday to Sunday, 9AM to 9PM.
You can buy through MyGroser on their site here or download their app on AppStore here, or Google Play here.
2. GrabSupermarket
As an extension of GrabMart, GrabSupermarket operates from a fully functional and stocked cloud store.
They offer a variety of products like fresh produce, frozen food, and non-food essentials like household products, supplements, and more, but total orders are capped at RM800 in value.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: There will be a small order fee of RM2 for total costs below RM40.
Delivery Times: Monday to Sunday, 7:30PM to 10PM. These are next-day deliveries, and you can order 24 hours to 7 days in advance.
You can access GrabSupermarket via the Grab app in the GrabMart section.
3. pandamart
In December 2020, pandamart already had about 25 dark stores around Malaysia in Selangor, Penang, and Johor, according to Malay Mail.
There’s a range of products from fresh produce to beauty and personal care and even electronics and merchandise.
Minimum Order: RM5.
Delivery Fee: RM1-2, and if an order exceeds one rider’s carrying capacity, they will assign more riders with no extra delivery fee charges.
Delivery Times: Monday to Sunday, with a 20-minute delivery once the order is placed.
You can access pandamart via foodpanda’s app in the Shops section.
4. airasia fresh
While their grocery is sourced from existing sellers like art of salmo and JKS Mart, they have their own venture called OURFARM where they source fresh produce and poultry from local farmers.
They also have a Fresh Packs deal where you can customise a vegetable, fruit, seafood, or meat pack for as low as RM30 with free delivery.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: Calculated based on location and whether you combine the Fresh Packs with other items in the marketplace. Free deliveries for a minimum spend of RM30 with the code STAYHOME for now.
Delivery Times: For Fresh Packs, it’s every Wednesday and Saturday with your delivery slot of choice.
You can access airasia fresh via airasia’s app in the Fresh section.
5. RedTick
RedTick is another online grocery delivery service with its own cloud stores in Klang Valley.
It offers fresh produce, baked goods, seafood and meat, and a decent range of alcoholic beverages.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: RM5 to RM15 depending on time slot of choice, but free for orders over RM150.
Delivery Times: Monday to Sunday, 9AM to 9PM with five different 2 to 3-hour slots you can choose from. To get next-day delivery, place your orders before 1PM the prior day.
You can buy from Redtick through their site here.
6. Online Pasar
Besides typical grocery items, you can also get cooked meals like roasted chicken, dim sum, yong tau foo, and baos from Online Pasar.
They also have ready-to-eat food items like mee goreng mamak, nasi lemak, ang ku kuih, and even HaiDiLao steamboat packs.
Minimum Order: RM60.
Delivery Fee: RM5, but free delivery is available from now until June 30, 2021 with a minimum spend of RM120 and the code HLACOVID120.
Delivery Times: Monday to Saturday, 2PM to 7PM, excluding public holidays (next-day delivery).
You can buy from Online Pasar through their site here.
7. Nak Beli
Nak Beli is a venture by MyEG that has a warehouse and HQ at Damansara Perdana. For this cloud grocery store, you can opt for a pickup 2 days after your order has been made from 2:30PM to 5:30PM (Monday through Saturday).
You can also choose a subscription option with their Flexi Value Plan if you plan to regularly buy from them to save money. With this, you can get up to 4 times of free delivery and 1 free delivery during your trial period.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: RM15 for all orders below RM80, free above that spend.
Delivery Times: Monday to Saturday, excluding Sunday and public holidays. Orders will be delivered within 3 days, and the customers will receive a call on the morning of the day of delivery and another call when they’re on their way to your place.
You can buy from Nak Beli through their site here.
8. Gogopasar
Besides serving customers, Gogopasar also works with several NGOs and charities to help those affected by the pandemic or the recent flood and in need of food supplies.
On their site, you can also find recipes and cooking and kitchen tips on their Gogonews’ blogs.
Minimum Order: RM30.
Delivery Fee: Depending on your total purchase value, around RM8 to RM80.
Delivery Times: Depending on whether it’s fresh goods or not, orders made before 7PM will be delivered in the next day or 2, whereas orders made after 7PM will be delivered in the next 2 to 3 days, all between 5PM to 8PM.
You can buy from Gogopasar through their site here.
9. Big Box Asia
If you’re looking to send over a gift box to someone, this online grocery delivery service allows you to personalise what you want in the box and deliver it along with a themed greeting card.
Aside from delivery, they also allow pickups from their warehouse. You can do so from 3PM to 5PM on the day itself if you ordered before 1PM. If you ordered after 1PM, you pick it up the next day.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: Depending on your total purchase value and location, it starts from RM6.15 per 3kg and RM1.70 for additional kgs. An additional surcharge of RM15 will be applied for chilled, frozen, and bulk goods above 10kg. With a minimum purchase of RM100, you’ll get free delivery.
Delivery Times: Within 3-5 working days, excluding public holidays.
You can buy from Big Box Asia through their site here, or download their app on AppStore here or Google Play here.
10. Pasar Segar
Pasar Segar started with a Malaysian in his mid-40s who’s always enjoyed the preparation process of cooking, according to an interview with The Edge.
Their fresh goods are sourced from local fishermen and farmers, and they buy directly from local farms all around Malaysia every morning. For garlic and onion, they’ll peel it for you beforehand for your convenience.
Minimum Order: Nil.
Delivery Fee: RM10.50 flat rate.
Delivery Times: Wednesday to Sunday, from 5PM to 8PM, including public holidays (next-day delivery).
You can buy from Pasar Segar through their site here.
Editor’s Update: Information in the above paragraph has been updated to reflect greater accuracy.
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Featured Image Credit: GrabSupermarket