Last-minute gifts: stores offering fast delivery
It’s that time of the year again. Some even call it “stressmas,” and you’ll probably be surprised to learn that it’s an actual word that many text editors don’t underline as misspelled. Gifts are a major source of stress for many, especially if they have not been thought of nor bought in a timely fashion. Realizing this, Apple launched a two-hour courier delivery service available in most metropolitan areas throughout the U.S. and Canada. The list of eligible products is long enough to pick a present and have it ready for the bright moment swiftly: Apple Watches, AirPods, Apple TVs, Beats headphones, iPhones, iPads, and Macs. Someone in the ecosystem can always find use for the new hardware from their favorite brand, so it’s a win-win.
But what if you’re not in one of the U.S. major metropolitan areas? Moreover, what if the gift you’d like to give is something not bearing the Apple logo? We scanned the web and came up with a list of stores that offer same-day or next-day delivery and have an extensive stock of all things electronics and appliances.
Amazon
Really, in most cases, the list could have just this one point and still be useful. Amazon, carrying an enormous inventory of everything, operates from 185 warehouses around the globe, and thus has thousands of locations on the same-day or next-day delivery map. Just filter the products accordingly and see what can be in your hands within the next 24 hours.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in Europe
Euronics: this is a major chain of over 11,000 outlets (some operating under local brands) all over Europe and around. Rapid delivery available through local stores, often within a few hours, depending on the location and product availability.
MediaMarkt: a German electronics retailer, the company operates a robust network of 1,000+ shops in 10 countries of Europe, and covers the rest with its fast (same-day, in many cases) delivery.
Currys: a chain of 700+ outlets selling technology products and rendering aftersale services, this omnichannel retailer from the UK understands the importance of bringing the items to the buyer as soon as possible, offering next-day delivery and same-day collection from local stores if ordered before a certain time.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in China
JD.com: well-known and properly established as an online retailer, JD.com has plans to launch 300 brick-and-mortar stores that will actually be e-spaces, not just outlets. So far, the company excels in same-day delivery in many urban areas.
Aliexpress: while focusing on being a marketplace connecting vendors with buyers on a global scale, Aliexpress is still a go-to destination if you’re looking to buy electronics as a gift and have it delivered on the next day.
Suning: one of the top 3 B2C retailers in China, Suning sells electronics and pretty much everything imaginable through its online platform and 10,000+ offline stores scattered throughout the country. Same-day delivery and in-store pickups are a common practice there.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in India
Croma: a subsidiary of Tata Digital, which is a technological powerhouse in India, this electronics retailer manages over 550 stores in the country and offers express delivery options that can land the bought items in the hands of the customers within hours after purchase.
Flipkart: Flipkart, once an ecommerce startup and now a major online retailer owned by Walmart, delivers most of the products from its extensive stock of consumer electronics on the same day in most urban areas of India.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in Latin America
Mercado Libre: a marketplace and an online retailer, Mercado Libre has been around for over 25 years now, proving that low pricing and fast shipping do not necessarily doom a business. The company covers the entire continent with its delivery service.
Ponto Frio: being part of Via, a large-scale Brazilian retailer, Ponto Frio sends items very quickly and offers same-day pickups from any of its 200+ locations.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in Australia
JB Hi-Fi: this company brands itself as Australia's largest home entertainment retailer, and sells all sorts of home appliances and electronics at very good prices. Courier delivery (next business day) is available in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide metro areas.
Big W: the Australian retailer of everything, including a wide range of electronics, Big W operates 179 stores throughout the country, and offers same-day delivery for orders made before noon, plus in-store pickups.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in Japan
Yodobashi Camera: this chain of 20+ stores is known for its extensive inventory that revolves around electronics, but isn’t limited to this type of products. Being one of the top mass market retailers in Japan, Yodobashi Camera offers same-day delivery to select areas and convenient pickup at their outlets.
BicCamera: another giant of the Japanese consumer electronics market, Bic Camera has been around since 1978, and knows first-hand how important it is to satisfy the customer in every aspect, including delivery.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in Indonesia
Tokopedia: being a marketplace, Tokopedia is one of Indonesia’s most popular retail platforms for sellers and buyers alike, and many of the former understand the competitive edge given by same-day delivery.
Bukalapak: this is another Indonesian marketplace where many sellers offer expedited shipping options.
Electronics stores with fast delivery in Malaysia
Lazada Malaysia: while typically this online store and marketplace delivers within several business days, the Priority Delivery service suggests much faster turnaround times, and some sellers go as far as to offer same-day service in urban areas.
Shopee Malaysia: this retailer boasts its nationwide free shipping policy, and offers same-day options for a modest fee.
There you have it! A list of online retailers operating in the world’s most densely populated areas that have got your back when it comes to last-minute gifts. After all, you don’t really need stress in this component of end-of-year celebrations.