Have you ever wondered which ecommerce stores in the United Arab Emirates
are the most popular? This list compiles 16 of the most-visited online
retailers, according to Similar Web statistics in March 2023.
Table of Contents
1. Amazon.ae
The Emirati sub-domain for Amazon takes first place as the most popular
shopping platform online. It is trusted by consumers for reliable service
and fast delivery of items.
Global rank
#1,633
Country rank
#6 in UAE
Category rank
#1 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping)
Monthly visits
22.6 million
Share of visitors
75% UAE
3% USA
2% India
Annual revenue
$1 billion
2. Noon.com
Noon is the Middle East's "homegrown" online marketplace to purchase
fashion, electronics, beauty, home, and baby products. They serve mostly
the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
Global rank
#2,774
Country rank
#31 in UAE
Category rank
#2 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping)
Monthly visits
17.6 million
Share of visitors
35% UAE
32% Saudi Arabia
20% Egypt
Annual revenue
$200-500 million
3. Opensooq.com
Opensooq is the largest marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa
region. The app has over 20 million downloads. It is an online classified
platform used to buy and sell cars, home furniture, property, and
services.
Global rank
#2,210
Country rank
#66 in Saudi Arabia
Category rank
#1 in Saudi Arabia
(Ecommerce & Shopping)
Monthly visits
22.4 million
Share of visitors
24% Saudi Arabia
15% Jordan
15% UAE
Annual revenue
$15-25 million
4. Dubizzle.com
Founded in Dubai, Dubizzle is one of the leading classifieds websites for
users to freely buy and sell in the UAE.
Global rank
#7,380
Country rank
#26 in UAE
Category rank
#1 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping> Classified)
Monthly visits
6.2 million
Share of visitors
78% UAE
3% India
2% Saudi Arabia
Annual revenue
$25-50 million
5. Amazon.com
The American Amazon portal is hugely popular in the UAE due to its
extensive range of products and sellers.
Global rank
#13
Country rank
#5 in UAE
Category rank
#1 in USA
(Ecommerce & Shopping> Marketplace)
Monthly visits
2.4 billion
Share of visitors
82% USA
1.11% India
<0.7% UAE
Annual revenue
$1 billion
6. Ounass.ae
Ounass is an online retailer that offers luxury brands to the Middle East.
Global rank
#56,229
Country rank
#196 in UAE
Category rank
#4 in UAE
(Lifestyle > Fashion & Apparel)
Monthly visits
1 million
Share of visitors
77% UAE
5% India
3% USA
Annual revenue
$20-50 million
7. vidaXL.ae
Dutch company
vidaXL are popular for their
affordable range of home and garden items, sports equipment, baby
products, and children's toys.
Global rank
#328,299
Country rank
#1,405 in UAE
Category rank
#5 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping > Classified)
Monthly visits
137,500
Share of visitors
94% UAE
1% USA
1% Netherlands
Annual revenue
$50-100 million
8. Groupon.ae
This American-born company is a hit in the UAE for local discounts across
travel, goods, and services.
Global rank
#106,023
Country rank
#418 in UAE
Category rank
#1
(Ecommerce & Shopping > Coupons)
Monthly visits
446,000
Share of visitors
82% UAE
3% India
3% Ukraine
Annual revenue
$1 billion
9. Lookfantastic.ae
Lookfantastic is a globally renowned British brand. Customers enjoy quick
delivery of skincare, makeup, and hair care products.
Global rank
#137,264
Country rank
#840 in UAE
Category rank
#5 in UAE
(Lifestyle > Beauty & Cosmetics)
Monthly visits
338,300
Share of visitors
68% UAE
15% Saudi Arabia
7% Bahrain
Annual revenue
$100-200 million
10. Sephora.ae
A multinational retailer, Sephora is a French company that specialise in
personal care and beauty products.
Global rank
#71,702
Country rank
#282 in UAE
Category rank
#2 in UAE
(Lifestyle > Beauty & Cosmetics)
Monthly visits
716,500
Share of visitors
81% UAE
4% USA
2% Qatar
Annual revenue
$1 billion
11. Fruugo.ae
Founded in the UK, Fruugo is a global online marketplace that sells
millions of products.
Global rank
#185,368
Country rank
#779 in UAE
Category rank
#18 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping > Marketplace)
Monthly visits
311,400
Share of visitors
92% UAE
2% USA
2% Turkey
Annual revenue
$10-15 million
12. Sharafdg.com
An Emirati online retailer specialising in electronic goods.
Global rank
#24,041
Country rank
#121 in UAE
Category rank
#3 in UAE
(Computers, Electronics & Technology > Consumer Electronics)
Monthly visits
2.6 million
Share of visitors
49% UAE
13% Oman
9% India
Annual revenue
$200-500 million
13. Desertcart.ae
Desertcart is an international online retailer based in Dubai. They sell
electronics, kitchenware, books, and clothing with priority delivery to
the Middle East and North Africa region.
Global rank
#79,652
Country rank
#316 in UAE
Category rank
#12 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping > Marketplace)
Monthly visits
835,100
Share of visitors
81% UAE
5% USA
2% Seychelles
Annual revenue
$2-5 million
14. Carrefouruae.com
French group, Carrefour, is a global retailer that operates through
supermarkets and an online platform.
Global rank
#26,299
Country rank
#73 in UAE
Category rank
#5
(Ecommerce & Shopping > Marketplace)
Monthly visits
2.1 million
Share of visitors
78% UAE
4% India
2% Pakistan
Annual revenue
$1 billion
15. Apple.com
The famous American creator of the iPhone and MacBook, Apple is a popular
brand in the UAE.
Global rank
#89
Country rank
#73 in USA
Category rank
#1 in UAE
(Computers, Electronics & Technology > Consumer Electronics)
Monthly visits
449 million
Share of visitors
32% USA
6% Japan
<1% UAE
Annual revenue
$1 billion
16. Whizz.ae
Dubai-based Whizz is an online shopping marketplace for fashion,
electronics, sportswear, and beauty items.
Global rank
#391,748
Country rank
#4,333 in UAE
Category rank
#52 in UAE
(Ecommerce & Shopping > Marketplace)
Monthly visits
146,900
Share of visitors
50% UAE
15% Seychelles
8% USA
Annual revenue
$2-5 million
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Sophie Lockyer is a British marketing writer with expertise in ecommerce, digital marketing, and B2C business strategy. She has over eight years of marketing experience in Europe.