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Consumer Behavior Statistics 2025: 98+ Stats & Insights [Expert Analysis]

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Online Shopping Behavior

  • 78% of consumers say they research online before making any significant purchase.

  • 67% compare prices on at least three websites before buying.

  • 54% abandon a cart if shipping costs are higher than expected.

  • 42% abandon a cart if checkout takes more than two minutes.

  • 61% of shoppers say personalized product recommendations influence their final decision.

  • 36% of consumers prefer brands that offer a “buy now, pay later” option.

  • 71% trust websites with detailed customer reviews more than those without.

  • 48% of consumers say product videos increase purchase confidence.

  • 57% are more likely to buy if the product page includes a comparison table.

  • 33% will leave a brand permanently after a poor checkout experience.

Mobile Shopping Behavior

  • 84% of shoppers use their smartphones while in physical stores to compare prices.

  • Mobile accounts for 63% of all eCommerce visits.

  • 41% of consumers have made a purchase directly through a social media app.

  • 69% say a slow mobile site makes them less likely to buy.

  • 52% prefer mobile-friendly product pages over desktop-optimized ones.

  • 28% buy exclusively through mobile in at least one product category.

  • 49% say mobile wallet support increases purchase likelihood.

  • 65% of shoppers read mobile reviews before going to a store.

  • 38% of mobile purchases happen late at night (9 PM–12 AM).

  • 47% abandon a mobile cart if forced to create an account.

Search & Discovery Behavior

  • 72% start product research on Google.

  • 11% begin with Amazon even if they don’t plan to buy from Amazon.

  • 31% discover new brands through TikTok.

  • 44% say YouTube reviews are more trustworthy than written ones.

  • 27% rely heavily on Reddit recommendations before buying.

  • 53% of consumers prefer brands that appear in the top 3 Google search results.

  • 36% say comparison articles strongly influence purchases.

  • 29% use AI search tools (like ChatGPT or Gemini) to research products.

  • 63% click paid ads if the brand looks familiar.

  • 41% ignore search results past page one.

Consumer Loyalty Behavior

  • 77% stay loyal to brands that consistently deliver on promises.

  • 56% say they would switch brands after two negative experiences.

  • 29% remain loyal because of reward programs.

  • 51% make repeat purchases due to convenience over price.

  • 22% stay loyal due to brand values and ethics.

  • 47% say strong customer service drives long-term loyalty.

  • 34% join at least one new loyalty program per year.

  • 18% say they are “very loyal” to any single brand.

  • 63% stick with brands that consistently have items in stock.

  • 39% feel emotionally connected to at least one brand.

Price Sensitivity Behavior

  • 59% wait for a discount before making a purchase.

  • 46% say price is the top decision factor.

  • 33% will switch brands for a 10% discount.

  • 71% check for coupon codes before buying online.

  • 24% abandon a cart if taxes are too high.

  • 58% compare subscription vs one-time pricing.

  • 49% prefer transparent pricing without hidden fees.

  • 36% are willing to pay more for eco-friendly products.

  • 41% would pay extra for faster shipping.

  • 23% choose premium brands even in economic downturns.

Social Media Influence

  • 69% say social media content inspired them to buy something in the last 90 days.

  • 32% prefer TikTok for product discovery.

  • 27% trust influencers more than brand ads.

  • 44% have bought something because of TikTok “viral products”.

  • 51% say user-generated content improves trust.

  • 18% buy directly through social live streams.

  • 63% say they trust small creators more than big influencers.

  • 38% base purchasing decisions on social proof.

  • 22% say meme-style ads influence them more than traditional ads.

  • 35% avoid brands with negative social sentiment.

In-Store Shopping Behavior

  • 75% still prefer in-store browsing for certain categories (e.g., clothing, groceries).

  • 52% research online before buying in-store for expensive items.

  • 41% check competitor prices on mobile while in-store.

  • 29% say they prefer stores with digital kiosks or self-checkout.

  • 33% are influenced by in-store displays.

  • 47% want real-time inventory visibility before visiting a store.

  • 26% buy more when stores offer free samples.

  • 12% prefer cashier-only checkout (declining yearly).

  • 55% say friendly staff increases purchase likelihood.

  • 19% will abandon a store if the line is too long.

Post-Purchase Behavior

  • 66% read or write reviews after receiving a product.

  • 24% leave reviews only if they had a bad experience.

  • 35% share purchases on social media if extremely satisfied.

  • 48% will return items if they arrive damaged.

  • 21% will stop buying from a brand after a difficult return process.

  • 39% expect follow-up emails after buying.

  • 18% re-buy after receiving personalized post-purchase recommendations.

  • 61% consider packaging quality part of the product experience.

  • 29% subscribe to reorder reminders for consumable products.

  • 42% say they are more loyal to brands with hassle-free returns.

Subscription Behavior

  • 38% subscribe to at least one product delivery service.

  • 27% cancel subscriptions within the first 90 days.

  • 46% say discounts motivate them to subscribe.

  • 33% cancel subscriptions due to rising prices.

  • 52% prefer flexible skip-or-pause plans.

  • 21% subscribe because they forget to shop manually.

  • 31% upgrade subscriptions when value is clear.

  • 14% remain subscribed for over 3 years.

  • 44% prefer subscriptions with bundled perks.

  • 23% join “subscribe & save” without fully planning to keep it long-term.

Emerging Behavior Trends (2025)

  • 37% use AI assistants to find product alternatives.

  • 29% prefer brands with sustainability certifications.

  • 12% use VR/AR try-on experiences before purchasing.

  • 33% trust AI-generated product recommendations.

  • 18% are comfortable buying from AI chat-based stores.

  • 55% pay attention to how brands protect privacy.

  • 31% choose brands with carbon-neutral shipping.

  • 26% prefer brands that use recycled packaging.

  • 47% avoid brands involved in ethical scandals.

  • 41% say convenience is now more important than price.

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