AI Shopping Prompts — 30+ Ready to Copy & Paste

I'm considering buying [exact product name and model].
Current price: $[price] at [retailer].

Before I buy, tell me:
1. Is this the best option in its price range, or is there something clearly better?
2. Is this a good price historically, or should I wait?
3. What's the most common complaint from people who bought it?
4. Is a newer version coming soon that I should wait for?
5. What's one thing the marketing doesn't tell you?

I currently use [brand/product name] and I pay $[price].
I like: [what you like about it].
I don't like: [what you don't like].

Find me 3 alternatives:
1. A cheaper option that's "good enough"
2. A same-price option that fixes my complaints
3. A slightly pricier option that's genuinely worth the upgrade

For each, explain specifically what I'd gain and lose.

I'm comparing these products:
- [Product A — full name]
- [Product B — full name]
- [Product C — full name]

Create a comparison table with the specs that actually matter for [my use case].
Skip marketing specs that don't affect real-world performance.
Highlight the meaningful differences in bold.
Tell me which specs are "good enough" on all three and which one actually differentiates.

Summarize the consensus on [product name] based on expert and user reviews.

Format as:
- **Everyone agrees:** [things all reviews mention]
- **Polarizing:** [things some love, others hate]
- **Red flags:** [recurring complaints]
- **Hidden gems:** [positives that only show up after extended use]
- **Overall sentiment:** [1 sentence summary]
- **Buy if:** [ideal buyer profile]
- **Skip if:** [who should avoid it]

How long does [product name] typically last with regular use?
What usually breaks or wears out first?
Is it repairable, or do I need to replace the whole thing?
What's the warranty and does the brand actually honor it?
Are there specific things I can do to extend its lifespan?

What's the typical price range for [product name] over the past 12 months?
What was the lowest price it hit and when?
Is the current price of $[current price] a good deal, average, or overpaying?
When is the next likely sale event where it might drop?
Should I buy now or wait?

I'm about to buy from [retailer website].
My cart total is $[amount].

Help me reduce this price:
1. Are there any active promo codes for [retailer]?
2. Can I get a first-time buyer discount or email signup?
3. Does this retailer do price matching?
4. Is there a cashback portal (Rakuten, TopCashback) that covers them?
5. Am I better off buying through a different channel (app vs mobile vs desktop)?
6. Would a store credit card save me more than the signup bonus costs?

I need to buy all of these:
- [Item 1]
- [Item 2]
- [Item 3]
- [Item 4]

What's the cheapest way to get everything?
Should I buy from one retailer for free shipping, or split across retailers for better individual prices?
Are any of these commonly bundled together at a discount?
Calculate the total both ways.

I want [product name] but don't want to pay full price.
Is this product available refurbished, open-box, or renewed?
Who sells certified refurbished units — the manufacturer, Amazon Renewed, or third parties?
What's the typical discount vs. new?
What warranty comes with refurbished?
What's the actual risk — how do refurb units compare in reliability?

I need to buy [product category — e.g., "a new mattress"].
There's no rush — I can wait up to [timeframe].

When is the absolute best time to buy this category?
Which sales events have the deepest genuine discounts (not fake markups)?
Is there a "worst time to buy" I should avoid?
Create a month-by-month buying calendar for this product type.

I'm choosing between:
- [Option A] at $[price]
- [Option B] at $[price]

Don't just compare purchase price. Calculate the total 3-year cost including:
- Purchase price
- Required accessories or add-ons
- Consumables (filters, cartridges, etc.)
- Energy/operating costs
- Expected maintenance or repairs
- Resale value after [timeframe]

Which is actually cheaper to OWN, not just to BUY?

I currently own [current product — model and age].
I'm considering upgrading to [new product].
Upgrade cost: $[price] (or $[price minus trade-in] after trade-in).

Is this upgrade worth it? Analyze:
- What specific improvements will I actually notice day-to-day?
- What did I have that I'd lose (if anything)?
- On a scale of 1-10, how meaningful is this upgrade for [my use case]?
- Should I wait for the next generation instead?

Compare [Brand A] vs [Brand B] for [product category].

Don't give me marketing talking points. Tell me:
- Which has better build quality and reliability data?
- Which has better customer service and warranty experience?
- Which holds resale value better?
- Which is the "safe choice" vs the "enthusiast choice"?
- For someone who values [my priority], which brand wins?

Here are my current subscriptions and recurring purchases:
- [Subscription 1]: $[amount]/[frequency]
- [Subscription 2]: $[amount]/[frequency]
- [Subscription 3]: $[amount]/[frequency]
- [Subscription 4]: $[amount]/[frequency]

My annual total: $[sum].

Audit each one:
- Am I overpaying? Is there a cheaper alternative?
- Am I under-using any of these?
- Do any overlap in functionality?
- Which ones should I cancel, downgrade, or switch?
- Calculate my new annual total after optimizations.

I need [product/service] for [how long/often].

Compare three approaches:
1. Buy it outright — upfront cost, long-term value
2. Rent it — per-use cost, flexibility
3. Subscribe — monthly cost, what's included

For MY usage pattern, which makes the most financial sense?
At what usage threshold does buying beat renting?

I need a gift for:
- Relationship: [who they are to you]
- Age: [age]
- Interests: [hobbies, passions, obsessions]
- Recent life events: [just moved, new job, had a baby, etc.]
- Budget: $[amount]
- They already own: [relevant items they have]
- Gift style: [practical / sentimental / experience / funny]

Give me 5 specific gift ideas (not categories — actual products or experiences with names and approximate prices). For each, explain why it's a good match for THIS person.

I need [number] gifts for [occasion — e.g., "teacher appreciation week"].
Budget: $[amount] each.
Must be: [constraints — e.g., "not food due to allergies," "shippable," "not generic"].

Give me 3 options that work at scale:
1. A crowd-pleaser that everyone likes
2. Something unique that shows thought
3. A practical item people actually use

Include where to buy and whether there's a bulk discount.

I need a gift for [person/occasion] by [date — e.g., "tomorrow"].
Budget: $[amount].
They're into: [brief interests].

Options that can arrive in time:
1. Digital/instant delivery options (gift cards, subscriptions, donations in their name)
2. Local pickup options I can get today
3. Experience gifts I can book right now
4. If I had 2 more days, what would be the ideal gift?

I need a gift for someone who literally buys themselves anything they want.
Budget: $[amount].
They're into: [interests].
They already have: [the obvious stuff].

Find gifts in these categories:
1. Something in their interest area they don't know exists
2. An upgraded version of something they use daily
3. An experience rather than a thing
4. Something consumable (they'll use it up, so no clutter)
5. Something personalized that can't be self-bought

[Person's name] is getting married. Their registry is at [store/link].
Most items under $[amount] are already claimed.
My budget: $[amount].

Suggest gifts that:
1. Complement what's on the registry (not duplicate)
2. Are things newlyweds need but never register for
3. Would be meaningful without being presumptuous
Should I just contribute to a group gift for a big-ticket registry item instead?

I'm looking at [product name] on [retailer].
It has [X] reviews with a [X]-star average.

Help me evaluate the review quality:
- What percentage of reviews look genuine vs. incentivized/fake?
- Are there suspicious patterns (lots of 5-star reviews posted on the same day, generic language)?
- What do the 3-star reviews say? (These are usually the most honest)
- Is the review count appropriate for this product's age and category?
- Check if this product was reviewed by Fakespot or ReviewMeta. What did they find?

[Retailer] is showing [product name] as "[X]% off — was $[inflated price], now $[sale price]."

Is this a real sale? Help me check:
- What's the typical street price for this product across retailers?
- Has this product actually been sold at the "was" price recently?
- Is this a MAP (minimum advertised price) product where all retailers sell at the same price?
- Are there historical pricing tools that can verify the discount claim?

You just recommended [product name].

Now be honest:
- Is this product over-represented in your training data (popular = more data = more likely to recommend)?
- Are there equivalent products from smaller brands you might be under-recommending?
- If I asked the same question on Perplexity / Gemini / Claude, would I get a different answer? Why?
- What would you recommend if I specifically said "no major brands"?

I found [product name] for $[suspiciously low price] on [retailer/marketplace].
The normal price is $[normal price].

Red flag check:
- Is this seller legitimate? What's their history?
- Is this a common counterfeit/knockoff product?
- What's the return and buyer protection policy?
- Are there telltale signs this listing is a scam (shipping from unexpected country, stock photos, new seller)?
- What's the worst case if I buy it and it's fake?

I'm buying [electronics product type].
Budget: $[range].
Use case: [specific use].
I keep electronics for [X years].

Recommend the best option considering:
- Performance for my use case (not benchmarks I won't notice)
- Build quality and expected lifespan
- Software/firmware support timeline
- Repairability score (iFixit or similar)
- Whether I should buy now or wait for [upcoming release/event]

Plan [X] meals for [number of people] for this week.
Budget: $[amount] total.
Dietary needs: [restrictions].
Cooking skill: [beginner/intermediate/advanced].
Time per meal: [X] minutes max.

Create:
1. A meal plan with variety
2. A grocery list organized by store section
3. Ingredients that overlap across meals (reduce waste)
4. One "leftover transformation" meal that uses previous days' extras
Total estimated cost: $[calculate]

I'm shopping for a [new/used] [vehicle type].
Budget: $[range] ([cash/financing] at [rate]%).
Must have: [non-negotiable features].
Nice to have: [preferred features].
Annual mileage: [X].
Keep for: [X years].

Recommend 3 options. For each:
- Total cost of ownership over [X] years (payment + insurance + fuel + maintenance)
- Reliability data (Consumer Reports, JD Power)
- Best time of year to buy this model
- Negotiation leverage points for this specific vehicle
- Known issues to inspect for

I want to [home improvement project].
Budget: $[range].
Skill level: [DIY beginner/intermediate/hire a pro].
Timeline: [when I need it done].

Tell me:
1. Is this a DIY-able project or should I hire someone?
2. If DIY: materials list with quantities and estimated cost
3. If hiring: what should this cost in [my area] and what questions should I ask contractors?
4. What's the biggest mistake people make with this project?
5. Will this add value to my home, and if so, what's the typical ROI?

I need [clothing item/wardrobe update].
Budget: $[range].
Style: [describe your style or give examples].
Body type: [if relevant].
Climate: [where you live].
Priority: [longevity/trendy/versatile/comfort].

Recommend specific items:
- One investment piece worth paying more for
- One budget-friendly option that looks more expensive than it is
- One versatile piece that works with multiple outfits
- Brands to check that match my style and budget
- What to avoid in this category (materials, construction red flags)