8 Places You Can Get Cheap Grocery Delivery in Malaysia
- By CompareHero.my
- August 17, 2021
Having your groceries delivered to your home is so convenient. You can avoid the crowds and queues at hypermarkets and supermarkets, as well as save on petrol and parking tickets. However, you’ll have to spend some money on delivery charges when you order your groceries online via delivery apps such as GrabMart, pandamart, HappyFresh, and airasia fresh.
So which one among these delivery apps offers the most value for your money? Based on several orders that were made from our residential location in Petaling Jaya, we compare each service’s delivery fees and schedule.
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1. GrabMart
You can also use the GrabSupermarket tool, which offers next-day deliveries at zero delivery fees. (Image source: Grab)
First on our delivery charges comparison is GrabMart, a popular feature on the Grab mobile app. The company has diversified its services beyond e-hailing rides in recent years. It now offers deliveries for food, groceries, parcels, gifts and so much more.
GrabMart, the app’s grocery delivery feature, will connect you to a variety of supermarkets and stores. You can also use the GrabSupermarket tool, which offers next-day deliveries at zero delivery fees. Just like any other supermarket, GrabSupermarket offers fresh, dry, frozen and everyday non-food essentials including chicken meat, fish, lettuce, bread and household cleaners.
This service is now available in the Klang Valley, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Melaka, Ipoh, Taiping, Negeri Sembilan, Kuantan, Miri and Sungai Petani.
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| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| GrabSupermarket | Place your order between 7am-9.30pm; with next-day delivery from 7.30pm-10pm | For orders below RM40: RM2 Orders costing RM40.00 and above: FREE |
Desamall – Zenith Corporate Park (A supermarket located 5.6km away) | Within 30 minutes (ordered at 1pm on a weekday) | Orders below RM15: RM4 Orders costing RM15.00 and above: RM2 |
2. pandamart
Get items like groceries, household essentials, and over-the-counter medication delivered to your home from pandmart’s storage facilities. (Image source: foodpanda)
Online food delivery platform foodpanda also provides its own online grocery store. Known as pandamart, you can get items like groceries, household essentials, beauty products, fresh produce and over-the-counter medication delivered to your home from pandmart’s storage facilities.
This online convenience store delivery service is currently available in 25 locations: Bangsar, Setapak, Subang, Ampang / Cheras, Bukit Tinggi, Bukit Jalil, Petaling Jaya, KLCC, Puchong, Balakong, Kajang, Setia Alam, Kota Damansara, Shah Alam, Ara Damansara, Selayang, Sungai Buloh, Cyberjaya, Bayan Lepas, Georgetown/Jelutong, Perai/Bukit Mertajam, Mount Austin, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Permas Jaya, and Mont Kiara.
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| pandamart | Within 60 minutes (ordered at 1pm on a weekday) | RM1.49 |
| Tesco | Within 90 minutes (ordered at 1pm on a weekday) | Orders below RM60: RM3.17 (delivery fee), RM0.50 (container charges), RM0.18 (service tax) Orders costing RM60 and above: FREE (delivery fee), RM0.50 (container charges) |
3. HappyFresh
HappyFresh’s grocery delivery service is now available in selected areas in the Klang Valley, Penang, Melaka and Johor. (Image source: Elastic.co)
A shopping platform that is more focused on grocery deliveries, HappyFresh provides delivery services for major hypermarkets like Village Grocer, Tesco and Aeon.
Its grocery delivery service is now available in selected areas in the Klang Valley, Penang, Melaka and Johor.
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| Tesco | 7-8pm (ordered at 2.30pm on a weekday) | From RM5 (delivery fee), from RM0.50 (packaging fee) |
| Aeon | 6-7pm (ordered at 2.30pm on a weekday) | From RM7 (delivery fee), from RM0.50 (packaging fee) |
| Village Grocer | 6-7pm (ordered at 2.30pm on a weekday) | From RM8 (delivery fee), from RM0.50 (packaging fee) |
4. airasia fresh
One of airasia fresh’s main features is its customisable Seafood, Vegetable, Meat and Fruit Fresh Packs. (Image source: airasia)
The budget airliner has expanded its business to include food and grocery deliveries – as the travel industry continues to struggle during the COVID-19 pandemic. It presently offers deliveries to areas in the Klang Valley as well as East Malaysia locations such as Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Tawau, Bintulu, Miri, Sandakan, and Sibu.
One of airasia fresh’s main features is its customisable Seafood, Vegetable, Meat and Fruit Fresh Packs with free deliveries and a limited edition grocery bag. Prices for these packs start from RM30.
Besides the Fresh Packs, you can also order a variety of groceries, which includes meal and poultry, seafood, canned goods and more.
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| airasia fresh | 3-4pm the next day (ordered at 2.30pm on a weekday) | Zero delivery fee |
5. MyGroser
Founded in 2018, MyGroser delivers groceries to most locations in the Klang Valley. Same day deliveries can be done, and you can get your groceries from 9am-9pm all 7 days of the week.
In order to ensure that your groceries are delivered in the freshest state, MyGroser keeps their products in cloud stores. This means that they are stored in cold rooms for the purpose of delivery only, and are not left out in supermarkets for people to walk in and buy them.
MyGrocer’s delivery price starts at RM8.90 for 35kgs and below. For orders that are heavier than that, you can be charged between RM12-RM15, depending on whether you have a consumer or a business account with them.
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| MyGroser | Between 9am-9pm, 7 days a week | RM8.90 for 35kgs and below RM12 (consumers) & RM15 (business accounts) for orders above 35kgs RM12 (consumers) & RM15 (business accounts) for orders above 35kgs |
6. Redtick
Redtick is another great option, especially so for two reasons: coverage outside the Klang Valley and 24-hour delivery!
For those living in Klang Valley, you can order via Redtick and for those living outside of that, your order will come under Redtick Plus. You can first check to see if they deliver to your area by searching for your postcode on their website.
If you order via Redtick, your delivery charge can be anywhere from RM10-RM15. Delivery is free for orders above RM150. For those who order through Redtick plus, you will be charged RM8 for the first item and RM2 for each subsequent item.
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| Redtick & Redtick Plus | 24 hours a day, 7 days a week | Redtick: RM10-RM15. FREE for orders above RM150. Redtick Plus: RM8 for first item RM2 for each additional item |
7. Everleaf
Everleaf is pretty unique because their vegetables and fruits come directly from local farms; it can’t get any fresher than that!
You can’t get same-day-delivery with Everleaf, but you’ll get to see an updated list of available groceries every Thursday. If you place your order then, you should receive them by Monday.
Everleaf only delivers within the Klang Valley, and they charge a flat RM8 for delivery. Order more than RM99 worth of groceries and get your delivery fee waived!
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| Everleaf | 3-4 days on average | RM8. FREE delivery for orders above RM99. |
8. Potboy
Potboy has thousands of products you can buy and if you’re not sure if they deliver to their area, you can check their website.
One very cool thing about Potboy is that you can pay with Potboy Gold—points you get from recycling items. You can just pass your recyclables to the delivery partner who delivers your groceries, so that they can convert those into points for you.
Another fun fact: you don’t have to pay a dime for delivery!
| Outlets that are available on this app | Delivery time | Delivery charges |
| Potboy |
3-5 working days |
FREE |
These delivery apps also offer additional discounts and promotions from time to time, so be sure to look out for them. Planning your online grocery shopping early can save you precious ringgit. and the money you save weekly will add up.
To lower your grocery bill further, you might want to consider charging your shopping expenses to the right credit card that could earn you up to 30% cashback. Apply for one with us today and you could be rewarded with attractive prizes and cash!
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6 Malaysian Personal Finance YouTube Channels You Should Subscribe To
- By CompareHero.my
- August 16, 2021
Financial literacy is important, but oftentimes we might not know where to gain financial knowledge from. Fortunately, with social media platforms such as YouTube, you can find many financial gurus and experts who are willing to teach you a thing or two on finance.
You might have heard of experts from all around the world, but in this article, we’ve compiled 6 Malaysian personal finance channels you can subscribe to. Just so you’ll be able to relate and understand better! Without further ado, let’s get right into it.
1. Mr Money TV
Founded in November 2018, Mr Money TV has amassed 84.8K subscribers at the time of writing. On his channel, you’ll find finance tips and educational content for individuals as well as families.
New videos are posted once a week, and you can also watch weekly live sessions every Thursday at 8:30pm
Watch his videos/subscribe here.
You can also follow him on Instagram at @mrmoneytv.
2. SuyinOng
Run by Suyin Ong, on this channel you can get tips and hacks based on her experiences. She also discusses topics such as stocks, cryptocurrencies, and even financial books you can read.
You can watch her videos or subscribe to her channel here.
Follow Suyin on Instagram at @suyinvests.
3. KCLau
At close to 9,000 followers, KC Lau uses his channel to delve into a wide range of topics such as financial habits you should have to whether you should choose robo-advisors when investing.
While some of the topics may be better suited for those who already have some financial literacy, the content is still made simple and easy to understand for beginners.
Watch his videos/subscribe to his channel here.
You can follow KC Lau on Instagram at @kclaumoney.
4. CF Lieu Channel
Another channel that caught our attention is CF Lieu’s. On his channel, he discusses financial content now not only in English, but also in Bahasa Malaysia.
And besides having full-length videos on a variety of topics, he also has under-a-minute videos that are packed with enough information. Videos like these can be easily shared as they’re fun to watch, and you’ll also learn something at the end of the day.
Watch CF’s Lieu’s videos or subscribe to his channel here.
Follow him on Instagram at @cflieu1.
5. Millennial Finance
True to its name, Millennial Finance is catered to millennials who want to gain more financial knowledge. But this doesn’t mean that other age groups won’t be able to benefit from this channel.
Through their videos, they share a lot of personal experiences they’ve had and what they’ve learned from them. New videos are posted at 7pm every Monday, and you can also read articles on their blog.
Watch their videos/subscribe to their channel here.
Follow them on Instagram at @themillennialfinance_.
6. The Financial Fitness
Run by Ivy and Ying, The Financial Fitness puts out content that is simple and straightforward. Their content can easily be consumed by any age group, as they look at topics such as how to make a shopping budget, so whether or not you should opt for the moratorium.
They’re also happy to take any personal questions you may have, so feel free to reach out to them via their social media channels.
Watch their videos/subscribe to their channel here.
Follow them on Instagram at @thefinancialfitnesschannel.
We hope you enjoyed this read and will enjoy watching the content on this channel. If you’re a huge Instagram fan, here are some accounts you can follow for personal finance tips in Malaysia:
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Is The Oximeter You Bought Original? Here’s How To Find Out
- By CompareHero.my
- August 13, 2021
Pulse oximeters have now become essential in many homes, especially during this time. They’re used to check your oxygen saturation levels from time to time so that you can ensure your lungs are getting enough oxygen.
Just a few days ago, it was reported that there’s been an increase in people selling counterfeit oximeters. But…why’s this an issue in the first place?
Fake oximeters can be dangerous
Using an oximeter that isn’t original may not seem like a big deal at first, but its effects can be pretty adverse. Fake and unauthorized oximeters can give you a false reading and in turn, you will not know if you’re getting sufficient oxygen.
Local health authorities and medical experts have pointed out that you should only buy pulse oximeters that have gotten the approval for sale in Malaysia.
Check the Medical Device Authority Register
Any medical equipment that is sold in Malaysia has to get clearance from the Medical Device Authority Register (MDAR). MDAR’s job is to ensure that each equipment does the job well so that they produce accurate results.
To find out the list of approved pulse oximeters, go to MDAR’s website and search for ‘pulse oximeter’. Or, you can just refer to the current list here. Once you’re there, you can also look up the specific brand that you have.
At the time of writing, there are 51 brands that have been approved. Do note that it may be updated from time to time, so be on the lookout for more brands being added to the list.
Buy from authorized sellers only
If you frequent e-commerce platforms, you might come across hundreds, if not thousands of pulse oximeters being sold at a fraction of the price. The average price of this equipment is about RM100, so if you see anything being sold at a much lower price, that’s already a telltale sign that what you’re seeing isn’t the real deal.
Buying an oximeter online is perfectly fine, but just make sure you purchase it from an authorized seller who has the license to sell medical equipment. If you still have your doubts, the safest thing to do would be to walk into pharmacies or any health facility and just purchase it from them.
We all love discounts and low prices, but remember to always put your health first.
Besides pulse oximeters, the MDAR also regulates the brands of self-test Covid-19 kits that can be sold in Malaysia. Be sure to purchase only the ones in the list below, as you’d want to get the most accurate results and nothing less:
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2 Financial Reliefs You Can Apply For If You Own A Micro-business in Malaysia
- By CompareHero.my
- August 12, 2021
It goes without saying that many businesses have been severely impacted by the ongoing pandemic. There have been some initiatives that are aimed at reducing this impact, such as the wage subsidy programme, hiring incentives, and so on.
Two programmes for micro-businesses were also introduced last year: The Informal Financing Scheme (SPIN) and the Covid Business Recovery Financing Scheme (CBRM). A second round of these programmes is set to start this week. If you’re a micro-business owner who wants to apply for these financial reliefs, here’s what you need to know.
What are micro-businesses?
Before you apply for these reliefs, you need to ensure that your business is eligible. Micro-businesses are those that have 10 or less employees, and they work using limited capital. This can cover entrepreneurs who have their own food stall, to independent contractors to those who run small businesses online.
If what you have is indeed a microbusinesses, you can go ahead and apply for the financial reliefs. Now, here’s what these reliefs are all about.
Informal Financing Scheme 2.0 (SPIN 2.0)
The first initiative—the Informal Financing Scheme—is also known as SPIN. It applies to business owners who are NOT registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia/Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) or those without a license from a valid Local Authority (PBT).
SPIN was first launched in December 2020. It’s said that from then until now, a total of 3,369 individuals have received funding worth RM19.8 million under the scheme.
SPIN 2.0 will be implemented to be a smoother, better version of the previous one. Under SPIN 2.0, you can get a maximum amount of financing of RM10,000.
There are some criteria you’ll need to fulfill, such as being a Malaysian and being free from bankruptcy. The rest of the criteria and the application forms can be found here.
To apply:
Fill up the application form and head over to the nearest TEKUN branch with the required documents. You can find out the list of TEKUN branches nationwide here.
Covid Business Recovery Financing Scheme 2.0 (CBRM 2.0)
CBRM was first introduced last April via the PRIHATIN Package. It is also run by TEKUN Nasional, the same body that handles the SPIN programme. Under CBRM 1.0, TEKUN has channeled help to 26,326 entrepreneurs.
If you apply for and successfully get CBRM 2.0, you can receive financial assistance up to RM20,000.
Take note that unlike for SPIN, this financial relief is for businesses that are registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia/Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) or those with a license from a valid Local Authority (PBT).
More details on this as well as the prerequisites for application can be found here.
To apply:
The application process works a bit differently than SPIN. There are no application forms online for CBRM. To put in an application or to get more information, you’ll need to contact them via the details listed here.
If you’ve been struggling to keep your small business afloat during this time, we hope you’ll be able to get these reliefs and bounce back. On another note, if you’re considering opting in for the moratorium that was announced some time ago, here’s what you need to know before you make a decision:
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7 Covid-19 Self-Test Kits You Can Buy in Malaysia
- By CompareHero.my
- August 11, 2021
With Malaysia reporting close to 20k cases a day for a while now, we can say that the virus is getting closer and closer to us. At this point, you might want to get tested if you feel you might have come into contact with someone else who tested positive.
But getting tested in a private hospital or clinic can be expensive, and you might not want to go out to get tested right now.
Enter Covid-19 self-test kits. With these kits, you can test yourself at home and get your results almost immediately. So, here are the self-test kits that are currently available in Malaysia.
1. Salixium-COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Rapid Test (Saliva/ Nasal Swab Samples)
Image credit: Berita Harian
This is the first test kit that was produced in Malaysia and it is manufactured by Reszon Diagnostics International Sdn Bhd. Unlike the others in the list, this is the only one that gives results based on both saliva and nasal swab samples.
Swab type: Saliva and nasal
Price: RM39.90
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
2. Gmate® COVID-19 Ag Saliva for Home Use
Image credit: NST
This self-test kit is manufactured in Korea by Philosys Co., Ltd,, but it is distributed locally by Citymedic Sdn Bhd. Once you swab yourself, you should get your results within 20 minutes.
Swab type: Saliva
Price: RM39.90
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
3. BERIGHT-COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Device (Oral Fluid)
Image credit: doctor2u
This is the third self-test kit to be approved for use in Malaysia. Manufactured in China by Hangzhou AllTest Biotech Co., Ltd., it is currently distributed in Malaysia by Medinics (M) Sdn Bhd.
Swab type: Saliva
Price: RM39.90
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
4. ALLTest COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (Oral Fluid)
Image credit: AllTests
Similar to all of the above, you should get your results in 20 minutes with this self-test kit. Manufactured in Hangzhou AllTest Biotech Co., Ltd Zheijang, China, it is locally distributed by Global Science Sdn Bhd.
Swab type: Saliva
Price: Check with your pharmacy
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
5. JusChek COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (Oral Fluid)
Image credit: Tecil
This one also produces results based on your saliva sample. Similar to the above, this kit is also manufactured by Hangzhou AllTest Biotech Co., Ltd in China. It is distributed in Malaysia by Neopharma Biotech Asia Sdn Bhd.
Swab type: Saliva
Price: Check with your pharmacy
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
6. Longsee 2019-nCoV Ag & Influenza A/B Rapid Co-Detection Kit
Image credit: Longsee Med
In case you wanted to know, its full and proper name is Longsee 2019-nCoV Ag & Influenza A/B Rapid Co-Detection Kit (Immunochromatography_ – Home based Use. It’s manufactured in China by Guangdong Longsee Biomedical Co. Ltd., and locally, it is distributed by Jingga Anggun Sdn Bhd.
Swab type: Saliva
Price: Check with your pharmacy
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
7. Sichuan Xincheng SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Assay
Image credit: Medical Expo
The latest addition to the list is the self-test kit by Sichuan Xincheng Biological Co. Ltd., China. Locally, it is distributed by Hexamine Sdn. Bhd. This is the only test kit in the list that produces results solely from a nasal swab.
Swab type: Nasal
Price: Check with your pharmacy
Where to buy: Pharmacies/ authorized health facilities
Take note that these prices are subject to change, as the government is considering setting a controlled price for these kits. Another thing to know is that these tests could initially be purchased via the MySejahtera app. However, this feature has been temporarily disabled. Do check the ‘COVID-19 Self Test’ button on your app from time to time to see if the feature has been made available again.
Beware of fake self-test kits
Getting yourself tested is a good thing, as it will allow you to decide what to do next easily. But while looking for self-test kits, ensure that you don’t end up purchasing fake kits or kits that haven’t been approved by the Health Ministry. These kits can be unsafe to use and they can give you false results.
You can refer here for a list of Covid-19 self-test kits that have been approved for use in Malaysia as it will be updated from time to time.
On another note, if you’ve just gotten your Covid-19 vaccine, you can reward yourself! Here are some ongoing promos you can enjoy that are specially for those who have been vaccinated:
