Looking for reliable places to buy groceries, gadgets, furniture, and fashion in Qatar? This guide ranks the most useful online stores based on delivery options, local payment methods, warranty/returns, and overall customer experience. It also flags cross-border considerations, allowing you to avoid unexpected fees and delays.
How we ranked
- Local availability and delivery options in Qatar
- Payments that work in Qatar (including COD or Apple Pay, where available)
- Official warranty or simple returns for electronics and appliances
- Trust signals such as Qatar’s Theqa e-commerce trustmark
- Breadth of assortment and ease of use
Quick Facts
- Same-day groceries: Carrefour, Lulu, Snoonu retail partners
- Local warranty electronics: Jarir, Virgin, many items on Carrefour and Lulu
- Furniture & home: IKEA Qatar site and app with delivery or pickup
- Luxury: Ounass delivers in Qatar
- Trust: Look for the Theqa badge on local stores
- Cross-border orders: Parcels above the de minimis threshold may incur duty (often about 5%) and carrier fees—check Qatar Customs before you buy.
The ranked list
1) noon Qatar
A full Qatar storefront with fast delivery across electronics, fashion, home, and more. Frequent promos and many SKUs with quick shipping.
Why it stands out: Big marketplace selection plus quick shipping on many items in Qatar.
Payments: Cards; COD on many orders.
Website: noon Qatar · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
2) Carrefour Qatar
Strong grocery plus general merchandise with click-and-collect and weekly offers; stock and pricing localized for Doha.
Why it stands out: Reliable grocery delivery windows and bundle deals.
Payments: Cards; standard grocery checkout flows.
Website: carrefourqatar.com · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
3) Lulu Hypermarket Qatar
Large grocery assortment and aggressive promos via a Qatar-specific webstore and app.
Why it stands out: Broad range, frequent deals, good fresh selection.
Payments: Cards; store policies visible online.
Website: luluhypermarket.com/en-qa · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
4) Jarir Bookstore (Qatar)
Official retailer for tech, Apple, gaming, and accessories with local warranty, trade-in, and installment options.
Why it stands out: Authorized warranties and services that matter for bigger electronics purchases.
Payments: Cards; services include installments and protection plans.
Website: jarir.com/qa-en · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
5) Virgin Megastore Qatar
Electronics, gaming, books, toys, and more with free delivery thresholds and click-and-collect.
Why it stands out: Wide lifestyle mix and frequent promos.
Payments: Cards; easy store pickup for selected items.
Website: virginmegastore.qa · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
6) IKEA Qatar
Online ordering and a dedicated app for delivery or pickup—great for furnishing apartments with clear returns.
Why it stands out: Full home catalog, localized stock, and returns policy shown in the app.
Payments: Cards; pickup and delivery options via site/app.
Website: ikea.com/qa/en · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
7) Ounass Qatar
Curated luxury fashion and beauty with in-country delivery options and simple returns.
Why it stands out: Designer selection with Qatar delivery methods listed.
Payments: Cards; luxury return standards.
Website: ounass.qa · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
8) Snoonu
Super app for food, groceries, and retail partners with same-day delivery; Apple Pay and COD supported.
Why it stands out: Fast citywide delivery across multiple categories, not just food.
Payments: Apple Pay, cards, wallet, and COD options.
Website: snoonu.com · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
9) Al Anees Qatar
Local specialist for mobiles and accessories with frequent deals and Qatar fulfillment.
Why it stands out: Deep catalog of phone accessories and gadgets.
Payments: Cards and COD on many items as listed on the site.
Website: alaneesqatar.qa · iOS: not available · Android: not available
10) Blink MENA (Qatar)
Gaming-first selection: consoles, chairs, peripherals, and LED accessories—good for niche gear.
Why it stands out: Focused assortment for gamers that complements general stores.
Website: blinkmena.qa · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
More options worth a look
GETIT.QA – Marketplace with electronics, home, and grocery categories.
Website: getit.qa · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
Jazp Qatar – Broad online marketplace with a Qatar storefront.
Website: qatar.jazp.com/qa-en · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
OKSouq – Local platform with electronics and general goods; lists pickup points and contact info.
Website: oksouq.com · iOS: not available · Android: Google Play
MenaHub – Qatar-based store carrying home, tools, and electronics.
Website: menahub.com · iOS: App Store · Android: not available
A&H Market (Ansar Gallery) – Groceries, electronics, and home items.
Website: ahmarket.com · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
Dakkaken – Lifestyle marketplace across fashion, toys, beauty, and more.
Website: dakkaken.com · iOS: App Store · Android: Google Play
| Store | What it is best for | Typical payments | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| noon Qatar | Fast marketplace deals | Cards, COD | Express delivery on eligible items |
| Carrefour Qatar | Groceries and general goods | Cards | Delivery slots and click-and-collect |
| Lulu Qatar | Groceries and weekly promos | Cards | Webstore and app for Qatar |
| Jarir Qatar | Authorized tech warranty | Cards | Trade-in and installments |
| Virgin Qatar | Gaming, gadgets, lifestyle | Cards | Free-delivery thresholds, store pickup |
| IKEA Qatar | Furniture and home setup | Cards | App ordering, delivery or pickup |
| Ounass Qatar | Luxury fashion and beauty | Cards | Qatar delivery options |
| Snoonu | Same-day retail and grocery | Apple Pay, cards, COD | Multi-category delivery |
Know before you buy in Qatar
Customs on cross-border orders
Parcels and personal mailings valued at or below the de minimis threshold are commonly duty-exempt; above that, many goods attract approximately 5% duty on the CIF value, plus carrier processing fees. Always check the current regulations with Qatar Customs before placing your order.
Prefer local warranty for electronics
Authorized Qatar retailers such as Jarir and Virgin typically provide in-country service and clearer returns.
Look for Theqa
The government’s Theqa trustmark certifies compliant local e-stores, boosting shopper confidence.
FAQ
A: Yes. Noon has a dedicated Qatar site with local delivery options and frequent promotions.
A: Theqa is the national trustmark that certifies local e-stores for safer shopping. Look for the badge on participating sites.
A: Snoonu lists Apple Pay, cards, wallet, and cash on delivery. Several marketplaces also offer COD on eligible orders.
A: Orders above the de minimis threshold can attract duty and carrier fees. Check Qatar Customs for current thresholds and rates.
Conclusion
Whether you need same-day groceries, a phone with local warranty, or a sofa delivered to your apartment, these Qatar-ready stores make online shopping simple. For card perks or installment plans, see Top Banks in Qatar 2025. If you are setting up a company and need B2B supplies, read Invest in Qatar for entry options and support.
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