Although it is sometimes hard to make the comparison between shopping online and shopping on the high street, we take a look at some of the most favourable points when it comes to shopping online and why it makes sense for so many people.

Convenience - For most of us, going to a high street shop involves either driving or getting public transport and then having to find somewhere to park or wait around waiting for a connection. Add to this the weather elements and the frustration of other shoppers and you can soon begin to see why shopping from the comfort of your own home can often be the perfect option for many people.

Price - If you live in a small town or an area with few shops, you often find that you can end up paying more for items because there is little or no competition in terms of other people selling the same product. The more shops selling a product the better the price is for the consumer, which is where the Internet can really help shoppers to get a much better price for the things that they want.