Shopper AI — Smarter Project Planning and Purchasing
Idea #240,310
Ever started a project and realized halfway through that you forgot a critical tool or didn’t buy enough materials? Shopper AI is designed to prevent that by acting as a smart shopping assistant that plans your entire project with you — from concept to checkout.
How It Works
Shopper AI reviews your past purchases to ensure compatibility — for example, making sure the power tools and batteries you already own work with the accessories you’re buying. It then asks for the end goal of your project, like “building a 510-foot fence,” and drills down with specific questions:
- Do you have mason’s line?
- Do you already have deck screws?
- What style of fence are you building?
- What’s your budget for materials?
Comprehensive Planning
Once it gathers your project details, Shopper AI:
- Calculates exact material needs — including screws, pickets, posts, rails, and concrete.
- Estimates the total cost based on current pricing from multiple suppliers like Lowe’s, Home Depot, Deck & Dock, and Discount Builder Center.
- Searches for product reviews, shipping prices, and even local weather forecasts to time your project efficiently.
Example Insight
AI: “It seems like Deck & Dock is the most expensive by 45%, but they have the best customer reviews. If you’re open to splitting your sourcing, you can save a considerable amount of money. However, Discount Builder Center has poor reviews — the savings may not be worth the potential drop in quality.”
Why It Matters
- Save time and money by optimizing purchases across different vendors.
- Avoid surprises by accounting for every piece of hardware and material.
- Confidence in quality with review analysis built into recommendations.
Shopper AI transforms the way we plan DIY projects, turning your shopping list into a streamlined, intelligent purchase plan. What project would you use Shopper AI for? Let us know in the comments!
