Amazon has some great — and some not-so-great — items in its catalog. If you’re in the mood to do some shopping, figuring out exactly what to get can be tricky. Not only do you have to narrow down the category, but you then have to sift through a seemingly endless list of sellers.
To make the search easier, GOBankingRates asked ChatGPT for a list of the best and worst kinds of items to buy online from Amazon. These are the categories it came up with, and options from each.
ChatGPT: Best Kinds of Items to Buy From Amazon
According to the AI tool, there are main types of items you might want to consider getting from Amazon. Diving in further, GOBankingRates picked out a few goodies from each category to check out.
Basic or Reusable Household Items
- 8×10 washable area rug for $75.99 (Originally: $109.88)
- 2-pack of down alternative pillows for $22.93
- 6-piece oversize towels for $17.86
Small Appliances or Household Gadgets
- 4-quart Chefman air fryer for $49.99 (Originally: $99.99)
- Black+Decker digital coffee maker for $34.84 (Originally: $49.99)
- Lasco oscillating ceramic space heater for $42.99 (Originally: $59.99)
Electronics From Reputable Brands (Look for discounts.)
- Oral-B deep clean, rechargeable electric toothbrush with two brush heads for $59.99 (Originally: $109.99)
- 2025 Apple MacBook Air for $1,119 (Originally: $1,399)
- AirPods 4 wireless earbuds for $99 (Originally: $129)
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ChatGPT: Avoid These Amazon Items — Or Use Caution
According to ChatGPT, there’s no singular “worst” type of item to buy on the eCommerce platform. But there are some things you’ll want to generally avoid or be cautious about purchasing. These are the big ones, and examples of each.
Big or Bulky Furniture (Returns can be a hassle; size and fit might not be right.)
- Furmax sectional couches (U-shaped sofa) for $359.99
- 14-inch queen mattress (firm hybrid) for $343.99 (Originally: $429.99)
Large Household Appliances (May require professional installation.)
- Comfee washing machine (2.4 cubic feet) for $413.23 (Originally: $439)
- Euhomy compact dryer (3.5 cubic feet) for $319.99 (Originally: $349)
Cheap or No-Brand Electronics (Risk of low quality or incompatibility.)
- Yeptech charging cables for iPhones for $25.99 (Originally: $35.99)
- Doace 500w universal travel adapter for $43.68 (Originally: $45.99)
- SYZY GENICS wired in-ear earphones for $3.99
Power Tools or Specialized Hardware (Stick to specialty retailers if you’re unsure.)
- Dewalt 20v MAX XR oscillating multitool kit for $99 (Originally: $151.92)
- Dewalt 20v MAX cordless drill and impact driver for $143.65 (Originally: $249)
- Handheld digital solar BTU power tester meter for $158.99
- Vevor electric hydraulic rebar bender for $458.99
Things To Know Before You Buy
Remember, just because something falls under the “avoid” category doesn’t mean you shouldn’t buy them at all. There are definite gems even there, just as there are duds in the “best” categories.
If you are shopping online, here are some tips:
- “Check brands and verify their authenticity (especially for pricier items).”
- “Verify the brand’s return policy.”
- “Check out customer reviews.”
- “Buy goods from sellers you trust (and avoid third-party or lesser-known sellers).”
- “Compare prices (if something is too high or “too good to be true,” look elsewhere).”
- “Filter your search results by ‘Sold by Amazon’ or ‘Ships from and sold by Amazon.'”
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