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Takealot - Mobile Shopping App

Takealot - Mobile Shopping App

Shop South Africa Deals Online

15K ratings
195 reviews
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🌟 Lifestyle
🛍️ Shopping
Free
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Released
April 24, 2013
Updated
October 12, 2026

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Developer

Takealot Online (Pty) Ltd
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About

This app allows users to shop for a wide variety of products online and have them delivered to their door or a pickup point. It offers deals on essentials, groceries, tech, and more, with secure payment and contactless delivery options.

✓Shop millions of products across 28 departments
✓Find deals on essentials, groceries, tech, and more
✓Contactless delivery to your door or pickup points
✓Secure payment options including Instant EFT
✓Biometric login with face or thumbprint ID
✓Track orders from checkout to delivery
✓Hassle-free returns
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What users say about Takealot

Reviews of Takealot are mixed: the Shopping app is rated 4.8/5 from 15K App Store ratings. What users like most: fast and efficient, easy to use. Top complaints: expensive delivery and collection fees, payment issues and declined cards. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fast and efficient
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 👍Convenient shopping experience
  • 👍Reliable service and delivery
  • 👍Great range of products

Negative things

  • 💰Expensive delivery and collection fees
  • 🐛Payment issues and declined cards
  • 🔍Poor search functionality
  • 🕰️Slow delivery times
  • 📝Inaccurate product descriptions
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What's New in Takealot

4.5.0

October 12, 2026

A modern new look, designed with Liquid Glass support to bring dynamic visual clarity, fluid interactions, and a polished feel to every order. Shop anything you can imagine, happily delivered - with Takealot.

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User reviews

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Happy Customer

I can’t believe I had a gift ordered and it was delivered to me so quick. I then navigated through the app and I’m impressed.
Made my first purchase… Here’s to many more ❤️
LLedimoMams

Mrs

I love shopping on Takealot
PPoelietjie

Buying from afar

It’s great to be able to pick something and have it delivered the next even though I’m not currently living in South Africa
BBeckylangley

Reliable

I am impressed with Takealot service. The only thing that could improve is showing the customer which item in their cart would delay the order. Then I would divide the order.
CAcyclist in Australia

My review

Fast and very easy to use 🙏
IBInganathi Bman
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Crashes and app stability issues

Bug

Incorrect order cancellations and missing items

Bug

Incompatibility with older devices

Bug

Broken payment processing

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Requested Features

5 requests

Dark mode option

Feature

Notification for out-of-stock items

Feature

Ability to choose delivery date

Feature

Improved search with better filtering

Feature

Option to leave gift messages

Feature

FAQ

What does the Takealot app do?

The Takealot app is South Africa's #1 shopping app that allows users to browse and purchase millions of products across 28 departments. It offers convenient delivery to your door or a pickup point, along with secure payment options and order tracking.

What kind of products can I buy on Takealot?

You can buy a vast array of products including everyday essentials, groceries, sports equipment, body and hair care, tech, pet care, toiletries, household cleaning supplies, baby care, coffee essentials, electronics, books, gaming, and first aid. It also features kids' toys from popular brands.

How much does the Takealot app cost?

The app itself is free to download and use. While there are no direct costs associated with the app, purchases made through the app will incur their respective product prices. Free shipping is offered on orders over R650.

What are the delivery options?

The app offers fast and reliable delivery to your door anywhere in South Africa, including on weekends. Deliveries are contactless. Some large appliances may not be eligible for collection and must be delivered to a home or business address. Free shipping is available for orders over R650.

Is my payment information secure?

Yes, the app provides easy and safe payment options, including credit, debit, and Instant EFT. It also offers secure login with biometric features like face or thumbprint ID to ensure a secure shopping experience.