So, here is my initial impression of various wedding registries in Vancouver.
Sears
Pro – Great little scanners. Fast signup. Online updating (adding & deleting). Free gift wrapping.
Con – Not all items scan well. No images presented online. No status of products no longer in stock.
The Bay
Pro – Scanners work well. Free coupons.
Con – no website with products. No online deletion of items. Very time consuming signup. No free gift wrapping.
Pottery Barn
Pro – amazing service. got a congratulations card in the mail. great welcome package. free gift wrapping. great scanner. 10% for 1 year for all items purchased that were not given to you.
Con – no online registry viewing/editing. No Canadian catalogue.
Caban
Pro – good service.
Con – no scanners. no online viewing. no product information online.
Canadian Tire
Pro – online registration. Good online catalogue.
Con – unknown yet (just started using)
Other stores I have been to:
Country Furniture
Farmhouse
Restoration Hardware
Ikea
Koolhaus
Inspiration Furniture
Stores I plan on going to/visiting websites:
Amazon.com
Home Outfitters
MEC
Future Shop
Costco
Cookworks
De Haan
Phew! Lots, hey? Well, that’s why we’re making a central repository for it all. Compare prices and whatnot. Good idea, hey?