Shoes and sneakers
Look for both sides, toe, heel, outsole, tongue or fastening, interior label, and close-ups of joins and materials. The correct size variation should be identifiable.
Seven useful checks
Hoobuy Spreadsheet Checklist Before Saving a Find
A shortlist should get smaller as the evidence gets clearer. Give one point only when the row actually answers the question.
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Keep or remove the row? Score seven visible signals. A row with six or seven points may deserve closer research; four or five needs more evidence; three or fewer should usually leave the shortlist.
The seven-point checklist
- The item belongs in the category I am browsing.
- Photos show the details that matter for this product type.
- Sizing, measurements, or fit notes are visible when needed.
- Price makes sense beside similar finds.
- Shipping weight does not ruin the value.
- The row is not just hype or a vague label.
- I can explain why I would save this find.
Use “not sure” as a no. The point of the checklist is to expose missing information, not to award a generous score.
Score your row
6–7Strong shortlist candidate
4–5Research more
2–3Weak row
0–1Remove for now
A high checklist score is not a safety guarantee or seller verification. It only means the row contains more useful research signals.
QC photos by category
Hoodies, shirts, and jackets
Look for front, back, fabric surface, seams, cuffs, collar or hood, fasteners, labels, and actual garment measurements.
Bags and accessories
Look for scale, dimensions, front, back, base, interior, closure, hardware, straps, edges, and the exact included pieces.
Watches and jewelry
Look for face or front, sides, back, clasp, surface finish, dimensions, weight, and close views that are sharp enough to inspect.
Pants and shorts
Look for waist measurement method, rise, inseam, leg opening, pockets, closure, fabric texture, and front and back views.
Electronics
Look for model and specification labels, ports, connectors, included accessories, condition, compatibility, packaging, and current restrictions.
Good row example
A jacket row uses a neutral, specific title; links to a destination that shows the same variation; includes front, back, lining, zip, pocket, and fabric views; gives chest, shoulder, sleeve, and length measurements; and shows enough weight context to compare it with two similar jackets. You can save it with a reason: “complete measurements and useful construction photos.”
Weak row example
A row says only “must have jacket,” shows one polished front image, lists a low price without a variation or weight note, and redirects to a page whose title no longer matches. Popularity and a neat thumbnail do not repair those gaps. Remove it for now.
One-sentence save rule
Save the row only when you can name the specific evidence that makes it worth comparing again.
What to do next
If the category is still unclear, return to the category guide. If the score depends on uncertain cost, read the shipping weight guide. For hype, redirects, and trust concerns, use the buyer safety notes or FAQ.