Store guide

The 8 stores we compare

What each one does best and when its big sales usually come round, so you know where to look first.

1. Amazon

   01

   Best for
   Almost everything, with fast Prime delivery and easy returns

   Big sales, usually

   • Great Republic Day Sale (January)
   • Prime Day (July, Prime members)
   • Great Indian Festival (September–October)
   Visit Amazon

2. Flipkart

   02

   Best for
   Phones, electronics and large appliances, often with bank card offers

   Big sales, usually

   • Republic Day Sale (January)
   • Big Saving Days (several times a year)
   • Big Billion Days (September–October)
   Visit Flipkart

3. Myntra

   03

   Best for
   Branded fashion, footwear and accessories

   Big sales, usually

   • End of Reason Sale (June and December)
   • Big Fashion Festival (festive season)
   Visit Myntra

4. AJIO

   04

   Best for
   Fashion, including international and premium labels

   Big sales, usually

   • Big Bold Sale (several times a year)
   • Festive season sales (October–November)
   Visit AJIO

5. Nykaa

   05

   Best for
   Beauty, skincare and grooming from authorised brands

   Big sales, usually

   • Hot Pink Sale (summer)
   • Pink Friday Sale (November)
   Visit Nykaa

6. Croma

   06

   Best for
   Electronics with store pickup and in-person service

   Big sales, usually

   • Republic Day and Independence Day sales
   • Festive season offers (October–November)
   Visit Croma

7. Reliance Digital

   07

   Best for
   Electronics and appliances, backed by a large store network

   Big sales, usually

   • Digital India Sale (around 26 January and 15 August)
   • Festive season offers (October–November)
   Visit Reliance Digital

8. Tata CLiQ

   08

   Best for
   Branded fashion, watches and electronics from authorised sellers

   Big sales, usually

   • End of season sales (summer and winter)
   • Festive season sale (October–November)
   Visit Tata CLiQ

Sale names and dates are set by each store and change from year to year. Adsokane isn't affiliated with these stores beyond their affiliate programmes. For the full picture of when to buy, read our online sale calendar.