A recent video by Mahek Akhtar, a resident of Gurgaon, India, has ignited discussions on grocery shopping habits. In her experiment, she compared prices from a roadside vendor with those from quick commerce platforms Blinkit and Instamart. She purchased items including beetroot, coriander, and various fruits from the roadside vendor for ₹280. In contrast, her total on Blinkit was ₹365, while Instamart charged her ₹333. Akhtar emphasized that traditional vendors remain the most cost-effective option, even as many people turn to app-based services for convenience. The video received mixed reactions online, with some users supporting local vendors for their affordability, while others pointed out the convenience and time-saving aspects of using delivery services. The discussion highlights the ongoing debate between cost and convenience in grocery shopping, particularly in urban areas like Gurgaon.