Where Can I Find Cheap Kitchen Items in Singapore in 2026?

The cheapest places to find kitchen items in Singapore in 2026 are usually Taobao, Shopee and Lazada online, and household shops such as MR D.I.Y. and IKEA in person. Online, compare the final price including delivery: Shopee lets you raise a return request up to 15 days after delivery, and LazMall offers free returns within 15 days, according to each platform at the time of writing. Check ShopBack before you check out online.

New to ShopBack? ShopBack Singapore is a free website and app that returns cash on eligible online orders at stores including Taobao, Shopee and Lazada. You start from ShopBack, check out at the store as usual, and the cash lands in your ShopBack account once the order is confirmed. Create a free ShopBack account before your next kitchen order.

Where can I find cheap kitchen items in Singapore?

For the widest range at low prices, start online with Taobao, Shopee and Lazada, then compare with a household shop near you for anything you want to hold before buying. Each option suits a different kind of purchase.

Where	Best for	What to know
Taobao	Gadgets, organisers, utensils, unusual tools	Wide range from China; delivery usually takes longer than local sellers
Shopee	Everyday items from local sellers; Shopee Mall brands	Return request up to 15 days after delivery (Shopee policy at the time of writing)
Lazada	LazMall brand cookware and appliances; Taobao products on Lazada	LazMall free returns within 15 days and a 100% authenticity guarantee (Lazada, at the time of writing)
MR D.I.Y.	Kitchenware and cleaning items in person	Physical stores across Singapore
IKEA	Cookware sets, storage, dish racks	Online parcel delivery from S$10 (IKEA, at the time of writing)

Other online stores Singapore shoppers use for kitchen and home items include Qoo10 and the official brand stores on Shopee Mall and LazMall.

Where to find cheap kitchen items: what to buy cheap, what to spend on

Buy cheap where the item does light work or gets replaced often, and spend a little more where heat, sharpness or electricity is involved.

Usually fine to buy cheap:

• Food storage containers and zip bags
• Utensils such as ladles, spatulas, tongs and peelers
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Dish racks, drawer dividers and cabinet organisers
• Cloths, sponges and scrubbers
• Spice jars and labels

Usually worth paying more for:

• Your main frying pan or wok, since cheap non-stick coatings can wear out quickly with daily use.
• A good chef's knife, which stays sharp longer and is safer to use.
• Electrical appliances such as kettles, rice cookers, blenders and air fryers, where safety and warranty matter more than a few dollars.

Is it safe to buy kitchen appliances online in Singapore?

For electrical and gas appliances, look for the SAFETY Mark before you buy, whichever platform you use. According to the CCS Consumer Product Safety Office (CPSO), it regulates 33 categories of household electrical, electronic and gas appliances and accessories as Controlled Goods. These must be tested to safety standards, registered and fixed with the SAFETY Mark before they can be sold in Singapore.

The CPSO explains how to check: go to the Register of Registered Controlled Goods (go.gov.sg/safety-mark), enter the model number or the 8-digit registration number on the SAFETY Mark label, and confirm the mark has not expired and the details match the product. The CPSO also says it works with online platforms to take down listings of unregistered Controlled Goods.

For non-electrical items such as containers or utensils, look for "food grade" or "BPA free" in the listing and read recent reviews with photos.

Where to find cheap kitchen items in Singapore 2026: online platforms

Taobao, Shopee and Lazada all carry low-cost kitchen items, and each has its own return or delivery rules worth knowing.

Taobao. Taobao is operated in Singapore by Taobao (Singapore) E-Commerce Pte Ltd, according to its site. The site says it offers official Taobao logistics to overseas regions, payment in foreign currencies, search by uploading or pasting a photo, 24-hour online customer service and returns or exchanges promised by the merchant. It also mentions a shipping fee discount on a new customer's first order. Photo search is handy for kitchen gadgets: snap a tool you saw at a friend's place and find similar ones. Open Taobao through ShopBack before you check out.

Shopee. Shopee has many local sellers, so delivery is often quicker, and Shopee Mall gathers official brand stores. According to Shopee's Refunds and Return Policy at the time of writing, you can raise a refund or return request up to 15 days after the order is marked "Delivered" (for Shopee Supported Logistics partners), for reasons including a wrong, damaged, defective or incomplete item. Open Shopee through ShopBack before you check out.

Lazada. Lazada runs LazMall for official brand stores. According to Lazada's LazMall page at the time of writing, LazMall products can be returned for free within 15 days of receiving them, and a 100% authenticity guarantee pays 2 times your money back if you receive an inauthentic product. Free shipping on eligible LazMall products depends on a minimum spend with free shipping vouchers. Lazada also has a Taobao section, so you can browse Taobao products inside the Lazada app. Open Lazada through ShopBack before you check out.

Where to find cheap kitchen items in Singapore: physical shops

If you want to hold a pan or check the size of a container first, household shops in malls and neighbourhood centres are the quickest option. MR D.I.Y. Singapore lists kitchenware, home décor and daily cleaning among its product ranges, and IKEA stocks cookware, utensils and kitchen storage.

Delivery fees matter when you buy online from a big-box store. According to IKEA Singapore's delivery page at the time of writing:

• Parcel delivery starts from S$10 for orders up to 15kg (and within its size limits).
• Parcel delivery for 16kg to 25kg is S$20.
• Home delivery is S$35 for orders above 15kg, with a further S$20 if there is no lift access from the third floor up.

For a few small utensils, a S$10 delivery fee can cost more than the items. Group small kitchen buys into one order, or pick them up in store.

Where to find cheap kitchen items: best deals in Singapore 2026

Online kitchen prices in Singapore often dip around the double-date sales: 9.9, 10.10, 11.11 and 12.12. Shopee, Lazada and Taobao commonly run platform-wide campaigns with vouchers and free shipping offers on these dates, and mid-year sales can bring discounts on home items too.

A few habits help on sale days:

• Note the price a few days early. You can then see exactly how much the sale price saves you.
• Collect vouchers before the sale starts. Platform and shop vouchers can run out on the day.
• Check the final total. A low item price with high shipping can cost more than a slightly higher price with free delivery.
• Bundle small items. Buying containers, utensils and organisers from one shop in one order often clears a free shipping minimum.

Taobao vs Shopee: where to find cheap kitchen items, price comparison 2026

No single platform is consistently cheaper, so compare the same item's final price on Taobao and Shopee on the same day. Each has its own strengths for kitchen shopping:

• Taobao usually has the widest range of low-priced kitchen gadgets, organisers and unusual tools, and photo search makes it easy to find a specific design. Shipping from China usually takes longer, so it suits items you can wait for.
• Shopee has many sellers based in Singapore, so delivery is often faster, and the 15-day return request window covers wrong or damaged items. It suits things you need soon.
• Lazada sits alongside both: LazMall suits branded cookware and appliances with free 15-day returns, and its Taobao section is another way to reach Taobao products.

To compare fairly:

1. Search the same product, size and material on each platform.
2. Check the seller: official store, Mall seller or ordinary seller.
3. Add shipping and apply any voucher to see the final price.
4. Check the return terms and estimated delivery date.
5. Pick the lowest final price, then go through ShopBack before you pay.

Why ShopBack is a step before you check out

Check ShopBack before you check out. Before you check out, go through ShopBack to get a post-purchase discount on the order. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles.

The rate is on each store's ShopBack page and can differ by category or change during campaigns, so check the live rate on the Taobao page, the Shopee page or the Lazada page on ShopBack Singapore on the day you buy.

ShopBack Singapore works on online orders that start from the store's ShopBack page in the same session. It does not apply to purchases you make in a physical shop unless that shop accepts ShopBack in store.

Do platform vouchers and ShopBack work on the same order?

Often they can, but it depends on the store and the voucher. Taobao, Shopee and Lazada vouchers lower the checkout price, and ShopBack returns cash after the order is confirmed. Some vouchers, payment methods or categories can be excluded, so check the merchant's terms on the store's ShopBack page before you pay.

Step by step: buying kitchen items for less in Singapore

1. Decide what to buy cheap (containers, utensils, organisers) and what to spend on (pans, knives, appliances).
2. Check the SAFETY Mark on any electrical or gas appliance.
3. Compare Taobao, Shopee and Lazada for the same item, including shipping and returns.
4. Time bigger orders to a double-date sale if you can wait.
5. Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out in the same session.

FAQ

Where can I find cheap kitchen items in Singapore?

Online, the usual places are Taobao, Shopee and Lazada, which carry everything from utensils and containers to cookware and small appliances. In person, household shops such as MR D.I.Y. and IKEA sell kitchenware. Compare the final price including delivery, and go through ShopBack Singapore before you check out online.

Is Taobao or Shopee cheaper for kitchen items?

It depends on the item. Taobao often has a very wide range of low-priced kitchen gadgets shipped from China, while Shopee has many local sellers with faster delivery. Compare the same item's final price, including shipping, on both on the same day.

Can I return kitchen items bought on Shopee?

According to Shopee's Refunds and Return Policy at the time of writing, you can raise a refund or return request up to 15 days after the order shows as Delivered (for Shopee Supported Logistics partners), for reasons such as a wrong, damaged, defective or incomplete item. Shopee Mall items also follow the Shopee Mall terms.

What is the return policy for LazMall kitchen items?

Lazada says LazMall products can be returned for free within 15 days of receiving them, and LazMall carries a 100% authenticity guarantee that pays 2 times your money back if you receive an inauthentic product, according to Lazada at the time of writing.

Is it safe to buy kitchen appliances from Taobao?

For electrical appliances, check the SAFETY Mark. Singapore's CCS Consumer Product Safety Office regulates 33 categories of household electrical, electronic and gas appliances as Controlled Goods, which must carry the SAFETY Mark before they are sold in Singapore. You can look up a model on the Register of Registered Controlled Goods.

Which kitchen items are worth buying cheap?

Items you replace often or that do little work are usually fine to buy cheap: storage containers, utensils, dish racks, cloths, peelers, measuring cups and organisers. It is usually worth paying more for items you use daily under heat or pressure, such as a main frying pan, a good knife and electrical appliances.

When are kitchen items cheapest online in Singapore?

Online prices in Singapore often dip around the double-date sales such as 9.9, 10.10, 11.11 and 12.12, when Shopee, Lazada and Taobao run platform-wide campaigns and vouchers. Note the price a few days before so you can see how much the sale saves you.

How much does IKEA charge for delivery in Singapore?

According to IKEA Singapore at the time of writing, parcel delivery starts from S$10 for orders up to 15kg, is S$20 for orders over 16kg up to 25kg, and home delivery is S$35 for orders above 15kg. For a few small kitchen items, that fee can be more than the items themselves, so compare it with picking up in store.

How does ShopBack lower the price of kitchen items?

Check ShopBack before you check out. Open ShopBack Singapore, tap Taobao, Shopee or Lazada, and pay in the same session. Once the order is confirmed, cash comes back to your ShopBack account, so the order costs you less than the checkout total. The live rate is on each store's ShopBack page.

Is the cash from ShopBack the same as Shopee Coins?

They work differently. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points, miles or coins you can only spend inside one app.

Disclaimer

Return windows, delivery fees and safety rules are taken from Shopee, Lazada, Taobao, IKEA Singapore, MR D.I.Y. Singapore and the CCS Consumer Product Safety Office at the time of writing. Store policies, prices, sale dates and ShopBack rates change; check the listing, the store's own terms and the store's ShopBack page before you buy.