KakoBuy vs MyCNBox
Both are full-service shopping agents for Taobao, Weidian and 1688, and the basic flow is identical: pay for the item, check QC photos at the warehouse, then combine and ship. The differences are in the details. (Disclosure: our agent links are affiliate links.)
Side by side
| MyCNBox | KakoBuy | |
|---|---|---|
| Marketplaces | Taobao, Weidian, 1688 | Taobao, Weidian, 1688 |
| From Puro Classico | Listing opens pre-filled | Listing opens pre-filled |
| New-user offer | Coupon bundle (advertised up to $500) | Welcome coupon bundle |
| QC photos | Yes, at the warehouse | Yes, at the warehouse |
| Community | Growing | Very large (Reddit, Discord) |
How to choose
- Compare shipping to your country. Put the same parcel weight into both agents' shipping estimators, lines and prices change often and matter more than anything else.
- Use the new-user coupons on whichever you try first.
- You don't have to pick one forever: every Puro Classico find has links for both.
Spreadsheets: MyCNBox spreadsheet · KakoBuy spreadsheet · all agents compared.
FAQ
Is KakoBuy or MyCNBox cheaper?
It depends on your country and parcel. Compare the shipping estimate for the same weight in both agents before you order, shipping is usually the biggest cost difference.
