Looking for food items at cheaper rate? Price checker apps may come in handy

Consumers can find the cheapest cooking oil around using price checking apps. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

As Malaysians brace for price increases for essential food items such as chicken, eggs and cooking oil, local price checker apps may come in handy to help find the lowest prices available.

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) is encouraging consumers to download its Price Catcher app, which allows them to view the prices of specific items from various locations and make comparisons.