My name is Sam Parker, and I live in a small town in Kentucky. The nearest major city and shopping mall are about 25 miles away, which means a simple shopping trip often turns into a long drive, wasted time, and extra costs.
Years ago, before driving 50 miles to buy something in a store, I started researching products online. I quickly noticed two things. First, prices online were often lower. Second, I could make better decisions by reading real customer experiences before buying.
That’s how BetterPricedOnline.com started back in October 2010.
Why I Built This Website
I realized I wasn’t the only one dealing with long drives, higher prices, and limited local options. Many people just want to buy a solid product at a fair price without wasting time or money.
Instead of driving hours, paying sales tax, and burning gas, I could:
- Order from home
- Save money
- Spend more time with family and friends
- Avoid unnecessary trips
Better Priced Online was built to help people do exactly that.
How I Research and Review Products
I don’t just list products. I research them carefully using a consistent system that focuses on:
- Customer reviews and long-term user feedback
- Customer ratings across multiple sources
- Price versus quality comparisons
- Product durability and functionality
- Store reputation and customer service
If I wouldn’t feel comfortable buying a product or ordering from a specific store myself, I won’t recommend it.
Honest Pros and Cons
Every review includes a clear pros and cons list. No product is perfect, and I believe readers deserve to know both the strengths and the weaknesses before buying.
This approach helps you decide whether a product truly fits your needs, not just whether it looks good on paper.
Where I Send Readers
Many of my recommendations lead to Amazon, simply because they often offer competitive prices, fast delivery, and reliable customer service.
That said, I’m always looking for other reputable online stores that offer the same level of trust, value, and support. When I find them, I include them as options.
More Than Just Reviews
While working on this site, I’ve also gathered a lot of practical tips and ideas for around the house, garage, and garden. Some come from experts, others from real-world experience, but everything is researched and written with one goal in mind: real value for real people.
Final Thoughts
I consider myself a careful researcher with a practical mindset. My background in technical studies helps me evaluate products logically, while my everyday experience as a consumer keeps my advice grounded and realistic.
Whether you live in the U.S., Canada, the UK, or elsewhere, my goal is the same: help you find well-priced products that actually do what they’re supposed to do.
Sam Parker