Choosing Products That Actually Sell

[tixe]

When picking products for dropshipping or wholesale, what criteria do you employ to assess what’s worth selling? I'm interested in effective tactics

 

[Lifeisnotgood]

Since I'm in an open mood right now, here's a little story. Hopefully someone will get some ideas:

I dropshipped many, many years ago at eBay, some stupid sports watch, a spare part - which broke down for the consumer.
and they wanted a new one..
I was a dropshipper for some American guy. Who somehow tricked this device manufacturer into giving me these sports watch displays for free or at a guaranteed price or something.
Which this American guy then sold. I then sold these with him because his eBay account kept closing, and I then got my own commission from the sales.
As I recall, $15 for every product sold.
I had 2 ebay accounts, Which also then got banned from the site. Because eBay noticed that I was a dropshipper from Europe. Who ships goods from America?
This equation doesn't work properly. heh heh
It was a fun time. I sold these for about $3000, from which I then got about $250 in commission. I don't think it's possible to do this anymore, they found the loophole and fixed it.

But let´s go to your question, and here is my reply:
I would go like this
A consumer product, something that is worn out during use by the consumer and that he needs again.
A product that is aimed at women.
A beauty product or something that removes a problem.
A product from some exotic country, example, Dubai.

 

[adrilucas]

When picking products for dropshipping or wholesale, what criteria do you employ to assess what’s worth selling? I'm interested in effective tactics

I usually look at whether the product solves a real problem and has steady demand, not just hype. Reasonable margins, reliable fulfillment, and low chances of returns matter a lot too. If competition feels manageable and the product can be positioned or improved in some way, it’s usually worth testing.

 

[tixe]

I usually look at whether the product solves a real problem and has steady demand, not just hype. Reasonable margins, reliable fulfillment, and low chances of returns matter a lot too. If competition feels manageable and the product can be positioned or improved in some way, it’s usually worth testing.

Thanks, that is incredibly useful the emphasis on actual issues and consistent demand rather than just hype appeals to me
What is the first thing you often look at when testing a product to see whether it's worthwhile?

 

[tixe]

Since I'm in an open mood right now, here's a little story. Hopefully someone will get some ideas:

I dropshipped many, many years ago at eBay, some stupid sports watch, a spare part - which broke down for the consumer.
and they wanted a new one..
I was a dropshipper for some American guy. Who somehow tricked this device manufacturer into giving me these sports watch displays for free or at a guaranteed price or something.
Which this American guy then sold. I then sold these with him because his eBay account kept closing, and I then got my own commission from the sales.
As I recall, $15 for every product sold.
I had 2 ebay accounts, Which also then got banned from the site. Because eBay noticed that I was a dropshipper from Europe. Who ships goods from America?
This equation doesn't work properly. heh heh
It was a fun time. I sold these for about $3000, from which I then got about $250 in commission. I don't think it's possible to do this anymore, they found the loophole and fixed it.

But let´s go to your question, and here is my reply:
I would go like this
A consumer product, something that is worn out during use by the consumer and that he needs again.
A product that is aimed at women.
A beauty product or something that removes a problem.
A product from some exotic country, example, Dubai.

It's fascinating I agree with your remarks regarding products that may be used repeatedly and items that solve problems, particularly for women. If fulfillment and branding are done correctly, do you think this strategy is still effective today?

 

[verismei_meint]

Select products with a clear problem-solution dynamic, proven demand via tools like Google Trends and TikTok searches, high perceived value with a 3-4x markup potential, and compatibility with compelling video ads that showcase the product in use.

 

[tixe]

When picking products, I look for real problem-solving value, healthy margins (25–40%+ after fees), steady demand (not just hype), low competition, easy/cheap shipping, low return risk, and no brand/trademark issues. I also prefer items that are easy to showcase in content. Then I test small first to confirm conversions before scaling

That's a really good strategy, i like the idea of testing small first and focusing on products that solve real problems. Do you normally prioritize demand over margins when starting out?

 

[VortexKing74]

Check the competition on TikTok/FB Ads. If everyone is already scaling it, you're likely too late. Look for rising trends, not saturated ones. Always test small first!

 

[Gurzil]

Hello , you can use Kalodata .

 

[Mathewss]

I focus on products that solve a clear problem, have proven demand, good margins, reliable suppliers, and room for differentiation through branding or content.

 

[Davidmax01]

When picking products for dropshipping or wholesale, what criteria do you employ to assess what’s worth selling? I'm interested in effective tactics

When choosing products, focus on market demand, good profit margins, manageable competition, reliable suppliers, low shipping costs, unique value, and compliance with rules. These factors help ensure successful sales.