The_King Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 SINGAPORE: A price gap between ABC Value Shop and FairPrice Supermarket, both well-frequented food shopping destinations in Singapore, sparks an online debate. A man posted on Complaint Singapore saying that the price of the Kellog’s Soy Protein Granola on FairPrice Supermarket is $7.90 higher compared to ABC Value Shop. He also mentioned that both items have the same expiration date and place of origin. So what gives? The difference that immediately grabs your attention is the price tag. While FairPrice Supermarket puts a tag of $8.90 on the item, ABC Value Shop offers the same thing for just $1. This significant gap in pricing has stirred up discussions and even a flurry of comments. The man who posted the matter advised others to check other places and compare prices before buying anything. This way, you can find a better deal. Photo: Facebook / Complaint Singapore Another person shared her opinion. She said the taste and quality may not be the same in both packs. She mentioned checking who made the granola because she had a not-so-good experience with another snack called Tim Tam. Photo: Facebook / Complaint Singapore Someone else added some interesting information. He explained that supermarkets don’t set the price. He shared that prices or promotions are determined by the merchandise/supplier, and he knows because his mom worked in the same industry for 20 years. Photo: Facebook / Complaint Singapore People also discussed whether the one from Value Shop might have a closer expiration date, but the post author commented that it had the same expiration date as the one from FairPrice. Photo: Facebook / Complaint Singapore With a dash of parental humour, another commenter shared, “So far it tastes the same to me. Haha. My kids like it.” Because, let’s be honest, their approval is the ultimate seal of taste-test approval. Amidst the chatter, it seemed like the taste stayed pretty much the same, whether things were expensive or not. Some folks felt that the taste didn’t change even if prices did, but others were worried if the cheaper stuff was safe to eat. Also, the “Price Drop” sign says it all. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Already say both same place of origin, same date of expiry .. The commentor who said Tim Tam tasted different .. ffs she buy Timtams but dunno got one Made in Australia and another Made in Indonesia version?! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 2 hours ago, coffeenut said: Already say both same place of origin, same date of expiry .. The commentor who said Tim Tam tasted different .. ffs she buy Timtams but dunno got one Made in Australia and another Made in Indonesia version?! Timtams made in indonesia is really yucky. Same for the Oreos that is made in indonesia 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 2 minutes ago, chamfer said: Timtams made in indonesia is really yucky. Same for the Oreos that is made in indonesia Think the Indo made ones don't make it to Australia cos that's the way the licensing between Arnott's and the Indo partner worked out .. But Sinkieland people see branding big big will buy first, instead of seeing origin 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 2 hours ago, coffeenut said: Already say both same place of origin, same date of expiry .. The commentor who said Tim Tam tasted different .. ffs she buy Timtams but dunno got one Made in Australia and another Made in Indonesia version?! Basically sinkieland kenna pwn by manufacturer n unfaircost 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 4 minutes ago, XianGe said: Basically sinkieland kenna pwn by manufacturer n unfaircost Sinkieland have both .. customer dunno and later buyer's remorse But ish true .. FP charges higher than it could, just cos it is almost an monopoly and for its convenience factor 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XianGe Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 28 minutes ago, coffeenut said: Sinkieland have both .. customer dunno and later buyer's remorse But ish true .. FP charges higher than it could, just cos it is almost an monopoly and for its convenience factor They need pay their biggest boss big bonus 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted September 2, 2023 Author Share Posted September 2, 2023 12 hours ago, coffeenut said: Already say both same place of origin, same date of expiry .. The commentor who said Tim Tam tasted different .. ffs she buy Timtams but dunno got one Made in Australia and another Made in Indonesia version?! She not street smart la She though timtam only made in 1 country only 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 1 minute ago, The_King said: She not street smart la She though timtam only made in 1 country only Don't buy Timtams best .. open 1 pack cannot stop 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted September 2, 2023 Author Share Posted September 2, 2023 10 minutes ago, coffeenut said: Don't buy Timtams best .. open 1 pack cannot stop I can stop cause no craving, only craving for pork knuckle or fried chicken 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 3 hours ago, coffeenut said: Don't buy Timtams best .. open 1 pack cannot stop This is very true for me.... usually i buy 2 packs. When in aussie land, i bought more to munch on since it's cheaper. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates469bc Posted September 3, 2023 Share Posted September 3, 2023 (edited) On 9/2/2023 at 12:30 AM, chamfer said: Timtams made in indonesia is really yucky. Same for the Oreos that is made in indonesia kumgong pappy serf, the mii timtams and oreos r made from....... Please sign in or sign up for an account to view this content. which is derived from Please sign in or sign up for an account to view this content. really is jin ho lim. wahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha Edited September 3, 2023 by socrates469bc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates469bc Posted September 3, 2023 Share Posted September 3, 2023 On 9/2/2023 at 12:35 AM, coffeenut said: Think the Indo made ones don't make it to Australia cos that's the way the licensing between Arnott's and the Indo partner worked out .. But Sinkieland people see branding big big will buy first, instead of seeing origin the owner of both operations was previously campbell b4 changing hands to kkr. the indon ones r meant for price sensitive sea markets, thats why its not shipped back to australia and secondly, becos of the contents, most likely it will not pass the australian food regulators or the taste buds of the australian consumer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socrates469bc Posted September 3, 2023 Share Posted September 3, 2023 btw, limpeh's 2 favorite tim tam is no longer in production. the other one is minus the rum. wahahahahahahahahahaha 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaur4man Posted September 3, 2023 Share Posted September 3, 2023 kelong price 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted September 3, 2023 Share Posted September 3, 2023 Buy dark choc eat 2 squares daily can liao .. eat feel satisfied Eat Timtam also feel happy, but become bui2 slowly 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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