craigslist

Overall Opinion: The Craigslist Mobile App is a fantastic tool for anyone looking to sell or liquidate their goods to the local market. The ability to post a free listing and immediately have millions of people in your local area see your listing is what makes Craigslist so special. The word, craigslist, itself ranks amongst the most well-known internet websites on the World Wide Web.

Pros: Buy Cheap: If you need to purchase something at a heavily discounted price, then Craigslist is your solution. Bargains are everywhere because many people just want to get rid of their things for various reasons. Sell and Advertise: A person can very easily use the Craigslist Mobile App to take photos, upload a quick description, and list any item in their area with the tap of a few buttons. Connect Locally: The Craigslist community in your area is easily accessible via the mobile app. Listings are free for users looking to sell items in most categories. Thousands of people are searching their local Craigslist classifieds daily to find deals. People will use the App, because they know it is all local and automatically detects your location via built-in location services.

Cons: Security and Scams: There have been growing concerns associated with Craigslist scams and security issues. Many local police departments now offer a neutral "meetup location" at the police station to increase security measures. Facebook Marketplace allows you to connect locally with buyers and sellers, but the difference is that people can be vetted through established Facebook profiles. Oversight Issues: There is hardly any oversight on the website and there is no capability to contact Craigslist via phone. Many times when searching through ads, you have to filter through ads that are not real. These ads simply exist to drive traffic to a website and are totally unrelated to the particular listing category. Visually Unappealing: The overall design of Craigslist is lacking in aesthetic appeal. The site and mobile app are simple and easy to navigate, yet lack any modern appeal. Backpage is a classified mobile app that functions similar to Craigslist. The app is much more visually appealing than Craigslist.