Noon.com took its place in the UAE's ever growing e-commerce industry during the weekend, offering consumers another alternative to Souq.com, which was recently purchased by Amazon.
Founded by Emaar Properties chairman Mohamed Alabbar, the $1 billion Noon will also go live in Saudi Arabia "in the coming weeks".
To save you the hassle of sifting through the millions of items available on the two websites, we have chosen a selection of popular goods so see how prices compare. All prices are correct as of 8pm, October 1.
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iPhone 7 - with Facetime, 32GB
Souq.com: Dh2,095
Noon.com: Dh2,089
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FIFA 18 - PlayStation 4, standard edition
Souq.com: Dh289
Noon.com: Dh259
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Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent - Eau de Parfum, 90ml
Souq.com: Dh305
Noon.com: Dh250
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Lego - The Simpsons House
Souq.com: Dh1,025
Noon.com: Dh999
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Pampers diapers - Active Baby Dry size 3, 88 items
Souq.com: Dh71
Noon.com: Dh71
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Kelloggs Cornflakes cereal - 500g
Souq.com: Dh15.25
Noon.com: Dh13.95
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LG TV - 65in Super 4K UHD Smart 3D LED (65UH850V)
Souq.com: Dh5,299
Noon.com: Dh6,390
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Beats Solo 3 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - rose gold colour
Souq.com: Dh715
Noon.com: Dh717.10
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Noon currently states that shipping is free on all orders over Dh100. For orders below Dh100, a Dh10 fee applies.
Souq meanwhile says that all orders of Dh100 or more on fulfilled by Souq items across any product category qualify for free shipping. Otherwise, a Dh10 charge applies.
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Read more:
Noon.com: Five unusual items you will find on the UAE's latest e-commerce venture
Noon launches in the UAE, tapping into regional e-commerce boom
E-commerce in the UAE: is 2017 the year it finally takes off?
Noon.com launches in the UAE
