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Looking to save on your next food delivery? With EasyParcel’s On-Demand Delivery, you can save up to 30% compared to using food delivery platforms, starting from just $5. In this blog, we will discover why you should use EasyParcel to order food delivery instead of using a food delivery platform.
Why You’re Paying More on Food Delivery Platforms
When you order through food delivery apps, restaurants are charged hefty commission fees (sometimes up to 30%) for advertising and promotion. To cover these costs, they increase the prices of the food on the menu. This means you’re paying extra for both the food and delivery.
But if you order directly from the restaurant and use EasyParcel’s On-Demand Delivery service, you avoid these extra charges, meaning you can enjoy your meal for a lower cost.
How You Can Save 30% with EasyParcel
Step 1: Search for Restaurants Online
Use Google to find the restaurant you want to order from. Many restaurants share their menus directly on their Google Business profile or social media pages. You might also find that some customers have uploaded photos of the menu in their Google Reviews. Plus, if you’ve been to the restaurant before, you might already have a photo of their menu saved from a previous visit. It’s easy to get all the information you need!
Step 2: Place Your Order Directly
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Contact the restaurant directly to place your order. Let them know when your delivery driver will pick up the food. By ordering straight from the restaurant, you’re cutting out the middleman, which means you won’t be paying extra for delivery platform fees or inflated menu prices. You’ll get your food at the original price, saving you money!
Step 3: Use EasyParcel for Delivery
3.1: Go to “Send Parcel” drop-down and click on “On-Demand Delivery”. Enter your pick-up location (restaurant location) and your drop-off location (eg: your house) in the space provided, respectively.
3.2: You can choose a date and time for your parcel pick up. Then, click “Get a Quote”.
3.3: You can check out the information laid out, then click “Select” to choose the courier.
3.4: Fill in all the Pick-up, Drop-off and Parcel’s details and Parcel Description accordingly.
Pro Tip: You can save the restaurant’s address in your Address Book on EasyParcel. This way, next time you order from the same restaurant, you won’t need to re-enter the details – making your ordering process even faster and easier!
3.5: Lastly, click on “Pay Now” to proceed with payment.
Step 4: Track Your Delivery
Once your meal is picked up, you’ll get a tracking number so you can follow its journey in real-time. You also can share tracking information with the restaurant, to let them monitor when the driver will come and pick up
Example of Savings
Let’s say you order a $20 meal from a restaurant:
- Food Delivery Platform: You could end up paying around $26 (due to inflated food prices and delivery fee).
- EasyParcel (Direct Order + On-Demand Delivery): You’ll pay $21 ($20 for the food + $5 flat delivery fee).
That’s 30% savings compared to using a food delivery platform!
Why EasyParcel Is the Better Option
- Fast Delivery: Get your food delivered in as little as 55 minutes
- No Hidden Fees: With EasyParcel, you pay a simple flat fee starting at just $5 for delivery.
- Lower Food Prices: Ordering directly from the restaurant means you’re not paying extra for platform commissions.
- Support Local Businesses: By cutting out the middleman, you help the restaurant keep more of their profits.
The Bottom Line
If you want to save up to 30% on food delivery, try ordering directly from your favourite restaurant and using EasyParcel’s On-Demand Delivery, starting at just $5. It’s a quick, easy, and affordable way to enjoy your meals without the extra cost. If you are an EasyParcel newbie, you also can enjoy free delivery coupons worth S$6 after you sign up and verify your account! Give it a try today!
Frequent Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How do I order food with EasyParcel?
- Order directly from the restaurant, then use EasyParcel’s On-Demand Delivery service to arrange pick-up and delivery.
2. How do I save money?
- By ordering directly from the restaurant and using EasyParcel, you avoid extra fees from delivery platforms, saving up to 30%.
3. Can I order from any restaurant?
- Yes, as long as the restaurant allows direct orders, you can use EasyParcel for delivery.
4. How much does delivery cost?
- Delivery starts at a flat rate of just $5.
5. How fast is delivery?
- Delivery can take as little as 55 minutes, depending on location.
6. Can I track my delivery?
- Yes, you’ll receive a tracking number to follow your order in real-time.
7. Are there any sign-up bonuses?
- New users can get free delivery coupons worth S$6 after signing up and verifying their account.
8. How do I pay?
- For the delivery fee, you need to pay online through EasyParcel’s platform when placing the order. For food, you are free to choose any e-payment method that the restaurants provide (eg: e-wallet or e-banking etc).
9. Can I save restaurant addresses?
- Yes, save restaurant details in your address book for quicker future orders.
