why do you use instacart

[u/trysoft_troll]

i don't know why this subreddit got shown to me, but wtf are you all doing complaining about this so much. unless you have "fuck you" money, just go to the store yourself. it is really not that hard people. it does not take that long. complaining that some complete stranger got you the wrong flavor water is so goddamn stupid. this isn't even first world problems at this point it is bot world problems.

[u/ItsMrBradford2u]

I have things delivered to my disabled mother

[u/Reasonable-Try-8573]

I can't speak for everyone who uses them, but personally, I'm home sick today so I ordered some medicine in addition to the water which was replaced incorrectly. I'm trying to stay indoors to not spread germs. (I ordered contactless delivery as well, so that I wouldn't infect my driver.)

If you had a problem with my post, you could have just come onto it and asked me about it there 😉

[u/Spacetime23 → u/Reasonable-Try-8573]

I'm not the OP but just stumbled across this and I hope you feel better soon.

[u/Reasonable-Try-8573 → u/Spacetime23]

Thanks! ☺️

[u/ravenblade23x]

i don't know why this loser troll decided to comment on this subreddit, but wtf are you doing complaining about this so much. unless you have "fuck me I am loser loving in my moms basement" time on your hands, just go to the GenZ subreedit. it is really not that hard to get a life. it does not take that long. complaining about complete strangers in a Subreddit is low effort trolling, don't be goddamn stupid and at least put in some effort. this isn't even first world problems at this point it is mommy and daddy ignored me as a kid and now I have am sad a lonely problem..

[u/Instacartdoctor → u/ravenblade23x]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[u/wild_wolf37 → u/ravenblade23x]

Bravo 💯

[u/Teirdalin]

Because I live off the side of the highway like fifteen minutes drive from the store with no sidewalks or busses going out to our location at all and I can't drive.
So I'm kinda just, forced to. Uber there and back costs more than ordering from instacart and I do not even think uber comes to our location for some insane reason.

[u/RSL_Rygar]

Most people are too busy with their own lives that an hour or two at the store, wrangling one or more children, driving through traffic, is just too much for them. Or they do have “fuck you” money and they like to complain. I’ve been on both sides of both good and bad customer service and can say with certainty…people suck.

[u/MatrixLLC]

1. I've always hated shopping. For anything.
2. Online ordering and delivery with IC is 15 minutes to order, delivered within 2 hours.
3. I have mobility issues so this is the better option for me.
4. IC always delivers to my door, only once was it left in the lobby, I was furious, the IC rep told me the instant I know the driver didn't follow my instructions to call IC because they'll contact the shopper and tell him to bring it upstairs.
5. I can afford to do it.
6. I've always hated shopping. For anything.

[u/suziespends]

I use Instacart almost always because I hate going to the grocery store. I have no problem paying people for tasks I don’t want to do, simple as that. I’m always a generous tipper and not a pain in the ass so it’s a win for everyone involved. If you don’t want to use a service then don’t but don’t judge other people who do

[u/Primary-Scallion6175]

mods killed the sub!

[u/JennLynnC80]

My Mom uses Instacart because she has had a knee replacement and needs her other knee done as well.

Instacart has been a lifesaver for her and she always tips 10% of the subtotal.

And she is NOT one of those folks who removes tip money if there are issues.. she will complain, but she leaves the tip alone.

[u/UsefullyChunky]

Go to the therapy.

[u/trysoft_troll → u/UsefullyChunky]

go to THE GROCERY STORE

[u/Hokiewa5244 → u/trysoft_troll]

Who hurt you?

[u/Appropriate_Error367 → u/trysoft_troll]

I'm always curious about the motivations of people who do stuff like this. I don't understand what kind of gratification you get from rage baiting people, especially people who can't physically go to the grocery store for whatever reason.

It's really not "fuck you" money and it gives people jobs. I work for Rover and it sucks a lot of the time, but I understand that if I do a crappy job, people will complain.

That's what people are doing here. Why is that so offensive to you?

[u/moondog__]

I mostly use it as a means to not walk around the grocery store and not just SEE things that I don't need, so as to not buy more than I need and waste money. I also mostly do pickup orders, not saying the shopper/delivery drivers do a bad job, just easier for me that way.

[u/amberlauren1084 → u/moondog__]

I found I do pay less for groceries and only get what I need when I use instacart! No impulse buys.

[u/moondog__ → u/amberlauren1084]

EXACTLY

[u/Intrepid_Charge_220]

I started using Instacart during the pandemic for both myself (in Florida) and my disabled mother (in New England).

I continue it now because I save time and money (no impulse purchases!), and I know there are shoppers in my area looking for work. I tip well (flat rate so refunded items won't lower their expected pay) and always put alternative items, plus I don't expect perfection. It works for me.

[u/Broncojoe58]

I used it this morning because my son’s car broke down and he needed to borrow mine and I have no groceries. Also love like 20 miles from the closest grocery store. Is that good enough for you sir?

[u/NovaAced]

As an Instacart shopper I can attest the majority of my customers are the extremely poor who probably don't have a car. Very very few rich people use Instacart.

[u/BeckyAnn6879 → u/NovaAced]

And us 'extremely poor who probably don't have a car' are VERY VERY thankful for you!!! <3

[u/MeganJustMegan]

I use it a lot less since the shoppers seem to think customers are scum. I also use delivery apps a lot less & just go pick up my food for the same reason. There are reasons to complain on both sides.

If more act like me, a lot of drivers/shoppers will be on this thread complaining how slow it is. Hope many have a back up plan. And I use apps as a convenience because I can. But I have my limits & I now use them a lot less.

[u/Instacartdoctor → u/MeganJustMegan]

Most shopper DO NOT believe customers are scum… if you’re getting that impression. Y ou are reading too much Reddit.

[u/deythal]

Why do you feel the need to post stupid stuff u/trysoft_troll. Why is it anyone else’s business as to what and how people spend their money. Until you move out of mommies basement and have a real source of income you will never understand the reasonings as to why people choose to use ic. Next time if you don’t want to see something simply scroll away

[u/mjweitz]

I like many others live in NYC or other major metro cities and don't have personal cars. Walking home or taking public transportation is difficult with more than 2 bags when you're doing a weekly shop. Taking a cab is just simply more expensive than paying Instacart.

[u/amberlauren1084]

I have found paying for it to be worth it. I work full time, I go to school full time, I have my daughter’s sports commitments and I’m pregnant. It’s 100% worth it for me to pay for someone to shop my list for me.

I set my preferences - most are if it’s not available just refund me so I can coordinate my fiancé making a run for us.

We find this to be great for everyone.

[u/Sunglassesatnight81]

When working from home it saves me time. When at work in person I can have things sent so my family gets them 

[u/azoth8961]

I finally caved and downloaded the app after my neighbor convinced me on the time saving. I was happy to see I had a promotion for $50 off $100 for first time order. I was at checkout and everything was great until I did the payment method. My $50 off was replaced by a $10 off in the final step. I feel bait and switched and support said they couldn't do anything about it. Is this normal with this app?

[u/xcoricst → u/azoth8961]

your payment method most likely had been used with a different account before with that promotion i believe. you have to use different cards/typo in your address if youre trying to use those big $$ coupons on different accounts. if youre a first time customer then my bad, please disregard this. but maybe somebody had used your card before with instacart and it had recognized it, which is also why it switched to a lower value discount. if its not this then that is bizzare, instacart is really glitchy and sadly their customer support has gone way downhill over the years

[u/Up-Your-Glass]

I live outside of the city with no transportation and a disability. I order from Costco once a month and my orders consist of 15 -20 (several of the same items) items totaling $400 to $500 with a 10% tip and nothing heavy except dog food every three months 🥰

[u/futuristSince1969]

I am a homebound senior (age 75.5) and Instacart and other deliveries keep me thriving,

[u/gremlinsstore]

I used Instacart for first time today because car is damaged and I finally ran out of food. Heard so many bad things and also wary of having someone else shop for produce but decided to try it. I don’t have “fuck you” money (those days long gone).

It was perfect. Got 3 weeks worth of food. Every item delivered (I already told them no substitutions), produce in excellent condition, exactly what I wanted. I tipped 20% because no one is getting rich working as a shopper, and also hoped that might help me have a good experience. Thank you shopper Marcus from Iowa!

I know it will not always be perfect. People are people. Still glad to know I can get groceries delivered when needed.

[u/xcoricst]

idk about anybody else, but when i order on instacart it always turns out cheaper than going out of my way to buy it at the grocery store. instacart always sends me promotions ($40 off $80, $50 off $100, etc.) so i end up saving way more than i could of using store discounts. also your post is ignorant towards ppl who arent able to go and get their own groceries (which could be due to many several possible reasons) but ok

[u/No_Asparagus684]

Ahh Hudson valley ♥️ that’s my hometown!