This Year 618 Is Different: AI Helps You Compare Prices, Bundle Deals, Calculate Subsidies
Guys, I am telling you, this year 618 is really different.
Yesterday I researched the rules and discovered that 2026 618 is being called the “AI Shopping Year One” in the industry. It is not just platforms using AI—even we consumers can now use AI tools to “assist” our shopping!
Today article is my AI-assisted shopping guide after a night of research—pure substance, worth saving.
This Year 618 Timeline
First, the most important info: This year 618 runs from May 13 to June 20.
That is right, it is earlier than previous years. The official explanation is “giving consumers more time to make decisions,” but I always feel like they just want us to shop for more days.
The entire event spans nearly 40 days, divided into three waves:
- First wave: May 13-26
- Second wave: May 27-June 10
- Third wave: June 11-20
How to Use AI Tools?
Here is the key part—what AI tools can help us shop this year:
1. AI Price Comparison Tools
Many browser extensions now automatically compare prices for the same product across different platforms, helping you find the lowest price. I tried it—it saves quite a bit.
2. AI Bundle Deal Assistant
Every year, the hardest part of 618 is bundling—spend 300 get 50 off, spend 500 get 100 off, various category coupons stacking. This year there are AI tools that can automatically calculate the optimal bundling strategy for you.
3. Subsidy Stacking Calculator
This year, national subsidies can still stack with 618 discounts. This calculation is complex—I recommend using AI tools.
My Advice
Do not get fooled by the “AI Shopping Year One” concept—tools are tools; ultimately, it still comes down to your actual needs.
My principle: Buy things you need while prices are low; do not buy things you do not need, no matter how cheap.
What are you planning to buy during 618? Share in the comments, and I will help you figure out the smartest way to shop.