Sunday 17 October 2010

17.10.10 Carrier Bags

There are numerous ways that supermarkets compete with each other, and market analysts regularly assess things, typically via the 'basket' test.  However, the supposed £7 - £9 for a fictitious basket of goods that nobody actually buys is a weak basis for comparison.  I prefer the Carrier Bag Test.

*****   Excellent
****     Very Good
***       Acceptable
**         Rather Shitty
*           Cuntin' Useless


Morrisons  ****
A good strong bag, with greater capacity than others, and a clear market leader.

Asda  ***
Reasonable bag.  Slight worry that holes can develop.  Uninspiring colours.  Standard fare.

Sainsbury  **/***
Reasonable although a bit too thin, and a propensity for holes.  Distinctive orange, with average capacity.  Standard fare.

Lidl  **
Overlooking the fact that they cost 3p, the design is flawed.  Strength is good but the 'sideways' handle limits capacity significantly.  Good logo print, if you like it.

Co-operative  **/***
Rather uninspiring white bag.  Average.  Acceptable.

Tesco  *
Awful.  The bags are too thin, split easily, have below average capacity and are an embarrassment to such a major company.

There you have it; if you want decent bags that are strong, large, colourful and hold a lot, shop at Morrisons.  If you prefer crap, thin, totally inadequate bags, go to Tesco.

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