These platforms highlight diverse approaches to online shopping, from large-scale retail to niche markets and direct-to-consumer services.
Amazon
A global leader in e-commerce, Amazon offers a vast range of products, including electronics, apparel, and groceries. It is renowned for its Prime membership perks and advanced logistics.
Alibaba
A Chinese-based platform connecting manufacturers with global buyers, Alibaba specializes in wholesale products, supporting businesses with a robust marketplace.
eBay
Known for auctions and direct sales, eBay facilitates consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer transactions, offering a wide variety of products.
Walmart
Combining its physical retail presence with a strong online store, Walmart supports grocery deliveries, general retail, and local fulfillment.
Etsy
Focused on handmade, vintage, and craft supplies, Etsy allows small businesses and artisans to reach global buyers through personalized storefronts.
Shopify
Primarily a platform for businesses to create online stores, Shopify also has a consumer-facing marketplace, making it a key player in e-commerce solutions.
Target
A major U.S. retailer offering diverse goods, Target integrates its brick-and-mortar stores with its e-commerce operations to provide seamless shopping experiences.
Best Buy
Specializing in electronics and appliances, Best Buy combines its retail stores with an extensive online platform to serve customers across the U.S.
Flipkart
A leader in Indian e-commerce, Flipkart offers a wide range of products, from electronics to lifestyle goods, and competes strongly in the South Asian market.
Rakuten
Japan’s largest online marketplace, Rakuten provides shopping, financial services, and travel booking, with an emphasis on loyalty rewards.
Zalando
A Germany-based fashion and lifestyle platform, Zalando operates across Europe, offering a wide range of brands and an excellent user experience.
Meta (Facebook Marketplace)
This platform allows users to buy and sell goods locally or connect businesses with buyers through Instagram and Facebook shops.
