PigiaMe alternative
A PigiaMe alternative for buying and selling in Kenya
Shopi is a free Kenyan marketplace you can use instead of, or as well as, PigiaMe. Post an item from one photo or a short video, get found by buyers near you in a local feed, and chat with them directly. There's no commission and no listing fee.
What PigiaMe is, in brief
PigiaMe is a long-running Kenyan classifieds site where you can post a free ad in categories including vehicles, electronics, property rentals and sales, jobs, and fashion and beauty. It offers paid Premium Ads, including a GOLD upgrade for extra visibility, and highlights verified sellers who have passed its checks.
Based on PigiaMe's own pages, checked : PigiaMe — homepage. Terms change, so check PigiaMe for current details. Shopi is not affiliated with PigiaMe.
What's different about Shopi
A feed built for discovery
Instead of starting from a category tree, buyers on Shopi scroll a feed ranked by what's nearby and what they're interested in — and come across listings they weren't searching for. Search is there for exact items.
Photos and video, not just a form
Posts lead with photos or a short video that shows the item working. Already sell on TikTok? Import those videos into Shopi listings instead of filming again.
Shopi Agent writes the listing
Upload a photo and Shopi Agent drafts the title, description, category and specifications for you to review before publishing.
No commission, no listing fees, no paid tier
Posting is free and Shopi takes nothing from the sale. It never processes payments or holds money, so buyer and seller agree the price, payment and pickup directly.
When PigiaMe may suit you better
- You're posting or looking for jobs — PigiaMe has a jobs category; Shopi doesn't.
- You want a paid upgrade for extra visibility — PigiaMe offers GOLD Premium Ads.
- You prefer a classic classifieds layout where buyers browse by category first.
Plenty of sellers use both: a PigiaMe ad for buyers who search categories, and a Shopi post for buyers who discover things while scrolling.
How to list your PigiaMe items on Shopi
- 1
Start from your existing photos
Upload the photos you used on PigiaMe, or record a quick video, and let Shopi Agent draft the words.
- 2
Set price, category and location
Enter the price in KES, say whether it's negotiable, and set your town so buyers nearby see it first.
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Publish and reply in chat
Buyers message you inside Shopi. When the item sells, take it down everywhere you listed it.
PigiaMe alternative: common questions
What is a good alternative to PigiaMe in Kenya?
Shopi is a free alternative for selling everyday items, cars and property in Kenya. Listing is free with no commission, buyers near you find posts in a local discovery feed, Shopi Agent writes listings from a photo, and buyers message sellers directly. For job listings, Shopi isn't an option.
Is it free to sell on Shopi?
Yes. Posting is free, there are no listing fees and no commission, and there is no paid tier today. The full price you agree with the buyer is yours.
Can I post on PigiaMe and Shopi at the same time?
Yes. You can list the same item on both to reach more buyers. Remove it from both once it sells.
Does Shopi have verified sellers?
Some sellers carry a verified badge on Shopi, but Shopi does not verify every seller or listing. Inspect the item and confirm the details in chat before you pay.
Can I sell land or property on Shopi?
Yes. Post land, plots, houses for sale or rentals with photos, price and location, and interested buyers message you directly.
Is Shopi connected to PigiaMe?
No. Shopi is an independent Kenyan marketplace, founded in Nairobi in 2025, and is not affiliated with PigiaMe.
Keep comparing
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Phones and electronics
Samsung, iPhone, used phones, smart TVs, laptops and speakers from sellers across Kenya.
Land, plots and property
Land, plots, houses for sale and houses for rent, from Nairobi to Nyahururu and Nyandarua.
Cars for sale
Used cars with photos or video, make, model, year, mileage, price and direct buyer chat.
Beauty and cosmetics
Skincare, makeup, perfumes, wigs and hair products from local beauty sellers.
Selling on Shopi
How to post an item for free, what to include, and how buyers reach you.