The value of e-commerce sales made via mobile devices is expected to reach $638 billion by 2018. The rise of online sales encourages retailers to take the leap into the mobile world.
Key Features
E-marketplace apps help buyers and sellers to connect more easily than ever. For online shoppers, mobile apps make discovering products, placing orders, and tracking packages really simple.
Product discovery
Filtered product search
Price comparison
Seller ratings and reviews
Payment processing
Shipment tracking
Loyalty programs
Social integrations
Competition
E-marketplace apps can serve a wide range of industries, or can be focused on matching buyers and suppliers within a specific industry. Apps that target niche markets tend to be the most successful.
Name
Platform
Feature set
Airbnb
iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch
Airbnb is a community marketplace for people to list, discover, and book unique accommodations around the world. Airbnb is at the forefront of the sharing economy because it has been built on a foundation of trust.
Angie’s List
iOS, Android, Web
Angie’s List is an online marketplace of services from member-reviewed providers in 720 categories ranging from home improvement to health care. Angie’s List’s reputable reviews are a source of value for its customers.