Top websites for Cyber Monday shopping information

Nov 25, 2011 9:30 AM by Kori Ellis

Posted in Shopping / Bargains, Savings & Shopping Tips

Cyber Monday Shopping Tips And Tricks

Previously featured on the TODAY Show, Martha Stewart, MSNBC, Rachael Ray and Fox & Friends, Michelle Madhok is a well-known online shopping expert who helps shoppers get the biggest bang for their bucks on Cyber Monday and throughout the holiday season. Here, you'll find her top website picks for online savings, along with our tips for safe, smart shopping.

Woman shopping online on Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday shopping websites

ShopRunner.com: This shopping solution offers members fast, free shipping and special discounts through its network of partners that includes FAO Schwarz, Lord & Taylor, Toys"R"Us, Sports Authority, American Eagle, PetSmart and Newegg.com.

Retailmenot.com: This innovator in collaborative coupon and deal hunting and sharing rates and orders every coupon on the site by usefulness. Additionally, every store featured is categorized and ordered by its popularity within that category.

BFads.net: This Black Friday deals site also catalogs Cyber Monday promotions.

CyberMonday.com: A top source for Cyber Monday deals from more than 700 retailers, this site's home page features links to Cyber Monday pages for major online stores such as Apple, Nordstrom and Home Depot.

Pricegrabber.com and Shopstyle.com: These search engines can be used to verify that you're getting the best prices available.

Facebook: Many retailers post special Cyber Monday coupon codes and inventory updates on their Facebook pages.

Shefinds.com and Momfinds.com: Shopaholic editors curate sales for readers and list the best deals to be had on Cyber Monday.

Online shopping tips

Don't forget shipping costs. Don't be so tempted by low sale prices that you forget about shipping, which can put prices well over the in-store cost if you aren't careful. Scope out deals and promo codes to get free shipping.

Shop safely. Shop only well-known retailers during Cyber Monday to assure your purchases are safe and secure. Don't risk dealing with online shops that just opened up overnight.

Check the return policy. Many stores change their return policies during the holiday season with shorter time limits and other restrictions. Read over the refund and exchange policies online; if you have any questions, contact customer service before you buy.

Read customer reviews. Don't order a ton of junk just because of low prices on Cyber Monday. If you aren't familiar with a product, read reviews and other research before you make your final purchase.