We live in a world where everything we want or need can be purchased fairly quickly, depending on whether you like to shop online or go to an actual store. But what about the things that we buy? Bored Panda has already got a list of terrible products that are still sold and bought by millions that you can find here.
This time, one Reddit user, @A_Flyingsquid, was curious to find out what are some valuable things a person can buy, so he asked people online to share “what's that one product that is completely worth your money?”
The question that received more than 57k upvotes as commenters listed various household items, clothing, shoes, and other items that make people’s lives a little bit easier and more comfortable. A lot of users agreed that if you want to have a high-quality product, that will be used for quite some time, the smart thing to do is to invest in this item as “buy cheap, pay twice.”
What are some of the items that you would be happy to pay more for? Leave your thoughts and experiences in the comments down below!
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#22
For me it is specialty coffee. A few years ago I took a 2 hour coffee tasting course at a local roaster and got a mail order specialty coffee subscription, which opened my eyes to the world of coffee. I pay about $20 (Canadian) for 340 grams which makes 17 cups of coffee at ~$1.18 per cup. People tell me it's a waste of money, yet get $5.50 Starbucks every day...
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85points
#23
A good power strip. Don’t buy the cheapest one. That’s how you burn down your house.
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83points
#24
Socks. Despite the expense and the inconvenience of obtaining them, there is nothing that compares to the feeling of wearing warm, dry socks.
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77points
#25
One sharp, well-tailored suit for work and formal occasions. After that you can just change up your shirt, trousers and tie and you'll still look impressive
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73points
#27
Lasik surgery. Seriously, the only time I haven’t regretted a major purchase. Y’all can have my $4,000 and my spectacles.
64points
#28
Roomba. Haven't swept in two years. 730 days my broom has not come from the side of the fridge. He probably misses me. I'm gonna go check up on him.
62points
#29
An electric tire inflator, for $29.95
It's so convenient to add air to the tires where you live rather than going to gas station air pumps - especially in winter weather.
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59points
