Subscription Service Vs Buying When Needed

If you have urinary incontinence, you know that pads, nappies, and pull-up pants are part of your day-to-day essentials. But getting these items and striking the best balance between price, quality, and convenience is never easy! In this guide, we’ll look at the difference between purchasing incontinence products online and taking advantage of a custom subscription service at Vivactive. Let’s dive in!

Buying incontinence products off the supermarket shelf is certainly a popular option, but it's not necessarily the best one. We find that generally when someone begins to experience incontinence or urine leakage, they head straight to the supermarket and grab whatever products they can find. Don’t get me wrong, it’s totally understandable when you’re in a bit of a panic. But, once that initial panic is over, you’re left with a hole in your wallet and a product that might not be best suited to your needs. 

If you’re someone that’s waiting until you run out of wearable incontinence products before going to buy more in the shops you’re playing a risky game! It’s not uncommon for high street retailers to have empty shelves. The last thing you want is to get all the way to the shops, just to find they don’t have your preferred item. Then what? You either settle for a sub-par alternative or worse, head home with nothing. 

Here are a few reasons why buying when needed might not be the best approach:

• Supermarkets have higher overhead costs compared to online retailers, so the prices of incontinence products will be higher. Keeping the lights on isn’t cheap, and it’s the consumers who end up picking up the bill with higher prices.
• The choice of products may be limited, which prevents you from choosing incontinence items that are truly right for you. This is one of the great things about shopping online, there’s a product for everything. We have an extensive range of products, some of which you simply won’t find on the high street.
• If your stock is running low or you’re caught short, you may need to replace your usual, preferred products with other options at the last minute. This isn’t great if you have to settle for an inferior product or a super expensive alternative. 

So, what should you do? Set up a subscription of course.

From discounts on incontinence items to a wider range of products, the benefits of an incontinence subscription are endless! Below, we’ll look at the most important ones - but you can find out more about what to expect from Vivactive subscriptions here. 

Never Worry About Being Caught Short

Once you set up your order and a recurring delivery schedule, you won’t need to worry about your supply running low or getting caught short in an emergency! With a regular delivery schedule, you know the items you need will be delivered on the date you choose. 

With a bit of careful planning, you can get your new supply delivered before your current supply runs dry. This means you’re never down to zero, giving you fewer things to worry about and a little more peace of mind. A subscription can help you manage your monthly costs and prevent unforeseen expenses. 

Save a Further 10% on Your Order

This is probably the best part of a subscription. 10% off every order, always. If you are wondering how to save money on your incontinence items, be sure to check out the benefits of a well-designed subscription service! With Vivactive you’ll already have access to affordable high-quality items, but you can also enjoy a further 10% discount on each order - think of what you can do with the saved money! Treat the wife to some flowers? An extra ice cream for the kids? Nah, an extra ice cream for you!

Adjust Your Order as Needed

With a Vivactive subscription, you can enjoy access to some of the best incontinence brands at a cheaper price! This incredible range of products can help you select the best product for your specific needs. Even better, you can mix and match different products to cover all of your lifestyle and mobility needs! If you find that you don’t need as many pads this month, you can adjust the order as and when you need to. Or on the flip side, maybe you need some more this month? That’s fine you can increase the amount too.  

Last but not least, each month, you can add items to the order and try out different products - so you have full control over your experience and spending!

Sit Back and Relax - We’ll Handle The Rest!

Setting up the subscription itself is a pretty simple process, but things only get easier from there. Once it’s set up and tailored to your liking, you simply sit back and relax. We work behind the scenes to make sure your orders are fulfilled exactly when you need them. If on the off chance something isn’t in stock, we’ll always contact you to let you know so that we can find a suitable replacement.

Still wondering “Why should I have an online subscription?" We’ve already seen some of the key benefits of this choice above, but it is also worth mentioning that a subscription service will help you overcome two of the greatest barriers to getting the incontinence care you need and deserve:

• Public stigma. Studies show that some of the main barriers to getting incontinence treatment are shame and public stigma. With a subscription service, once you’ve set up your order, you won’t need to leave your home: we’ll take care of everything for you and protect your privacy with discreet packaging. 
• Physical barriers. Mobility issues can represent significant barriers to getting incontinence care. By setting up a subscription service, you won’t need to leave the house: this option is excellent if you are struggling to walk independently or if you don’t want to ask someone else to purchase incontinence products for you!

If you are looking for cheaper and more convenient incontinence items, look no further. Vivactive offer fantastic quality products at a price point that won't break the bank. With us, you'll get more, for less.