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Half of adults admit buying cheap items that may not last as long, amid cost of living
Half of adults admit buying cheap items that may not last as long, amid cost of living,Nearly half of millennials will opt for the cheapest item over a better-quality alternative - but admit they recognise a difference in performance

Half of adults admit buying cheap items that may not last as long, amid cost of living

Half of adults have admitted to buying items they know won’t last as long as higher quality products – in order to cut costs.

Research of 2,000 adults found millennials were more likely to opt for the cheapest option over a superior alternative (45%) – whereas those aged 45-54 valued quality over price most (59%).

The average adult has two faulty or malfunctioning products in their home at the moment, and only 29% are regularly buying premium items in the hope that it’ll save them money in the long run.

Despite their initial hesitance to splash the cash, four out of five of millennials recognise a difference in the quality and performance of household electrical items, such as kettles or chargers.

Natasha Bambridge, from business improvement, product testing, and standards company, BSI, which commissioned the research to highlight the importance of the BSI Kitemark, said: “This research has really highlighted the thought processes people go through when buying a product.

“For those seeking reassurance and confidence in the quality, safety, and durability of their purchases, looking for an independent certification logo, such as the Kitemark, can help when deciding which products to trust.

But four in five admit they can see the difference in quality in pricier items like kettles
But four in five admit they can see the difference in quality in pricier items like kettles (Image: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)