The 5 Best Electronic Shops in Dubai
We think it’s safe to say that technology has fully infiltrated our lives. Not only has it made our chores and tasks easier, but it has also provided countless forms of entertainment for us.
You could get easily overwhelmed when looking for the right store for the electronic device that you need. Fear not, as we’ve got you covered!
Here are our top picks for the best electronic shops in Dubai!
How Much Does Electronics Cost in Dubai
Prices actually vary, depending on the type of item you wish to purchase. The table below lists various and common types of devices sold in stores and their corresponding estimated price range:
The Best Electronics Shops in Dubai
The following factors were considered in assessing the stores in this list:
1. Jumbo Electronics
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Pricing | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Support | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Product Variety | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Everything is “big” at Jumbo – from the product range to their stores!
Jumbo Electronics is a retailer company that has been in the business for over forty years. With that much experience under their belt, they show their passion for making sure to provide devices and trinkets of all types, sizes, and brands.
The most noteworthy aspect of Jumbo Electronics is its product range. They certainly seem like a ‘one-stop shop’ for all tech-related purchases.
From televisions to smartphones, to tablets – you can certainly go inside and find what you were looking for (and possibly end up buying more devices with their variety). They also keep up with the latest device models and popular brands in the market, so no worries about keeping up to date with, say, the latest iPhone or Android phone models.
What makes them different compared to their competitors is that they also sell some fitness and health-related gadgets. We’re talking about electrical toothbrushes, massage devices, and so much more.
Coming inside their store, the first thing you would notice is how well-lit the entire place is. Everything is easy on the eyes, and the products are well-organized to avoid overwhelming the customer with the vast range of products they have available.
The company also makes sure to provide occasional sales and deals for their products. Delivery services are offered as well for the customer’s convenience.
We must point out that there is an additional 15 AED charge for purchases that are below 200 AED. It’s quite a low amount, but if you are aiming for free delivery– make sure to reach that cost threshold!
If you’re on the lookout for an electronics store with a huge product and brand variety and average pricing, we recommend heading out to Jumbo Electronics– it will be worth your while!
Pros
- Product variety
- Offers delivery
- Has an online store
- Multiple payment options
Cons
- Delivery charge for orders lower than 200 AED
- Does not refund by cash
Customer Reviews:
Helpful Staff
“Great staff, very helpful in suggesting products. They are also registered with tax free planet so you can get a tax refund if you shop over 250 and you’re from a different country.” – Sudha Varanasi
2. Sharaf DG
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Facilities | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Pricing | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Support | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Product Variety | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Sharaf DG, established in 2005, is an online and offline electronic retailer in the UAE. The establishment has a spacious electronics store in Dubai, where customers come and go to view and purchase the products they have on display.
In terms of variety, this store has it in spades. They sell common tech gadgets such as phones, laptops, televisions, and home appliances.
What makes them unique is that out of all the stores we’ve looked at, this is the only place that also sells solar panels. Aside from solar panels, they also chose to sell fashion and beauty items.
Yes, you’ve read that right. We’re talking about perfumes and cosmetics, which is quite an odd addition to their line of electronic items.
With this product range, Sharaf DG is a good place to roam around with your significant other. It’s like trying to buy each other gifts in just one store!
Moving away from the products, let’s talk about their physical store. It is quite wide and has a lot of space for walking around.
We do have to point out that the place can look overstuffed and filled with products to new customers. It can be quite overwhelming at first, definitely.
Looking at their customer service, we noticed that they have helpful and friendly salespeople that customers can easily talk to. In terms of after-purchase support, the company offers delivery services to certain parts of the UAE.
We recommend asking them beforehand if they can take your purchases to your home if you wish for them to be delivered right to your doorstep.
Overall, Sharaf DG is a great electronic store for its wide product variety and helpful staff. We recommend giving them a visit during your hunt for electronic devices!
Also, this store is great for tourists who are looking for a temporary phone they can purchase during their stay in Dubai. With Sharaf DG’s recharge service, they can easily add call credits to your new phone for your travels.
Pros
- Sells solar panels
- Product variety
- Cash on delivery available
Cons
- Not so well-organized store
- Limited delivery areas
Customer Reviews:
Big Space, Gadget Variety
“Big space they got there with tons of genuine gadgets to choose from. Bought lots of my gadgets here and at affordable prices too. Customer service was good and will educate you on an item if confused. Process for tax refunds was smooth and really made me enjoy my visit here, will do so again the next time I’m in Dubai.” – Kenneth Yaw Agyeman-Badu (Kenzibit)
3. E-City
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Facilities | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Pricing | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Support | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Product Variety | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
If you’re looking for a more focused selection of common electronics, ECity General Trading might just be for you.
This company, founded in 2008, leans more into selling office devices, personal computers, and tablets. We noticed that they also sell some home appliances.
But compared to the other stores we’ve glanced at, their variety is limited for a store that aims to be another “one-stop shop” for electronic devices.
We certainly recommend heading to ECity if you’re planning to buy more electronics for your business or just your general work-from-home setup.
Regardless, one of this shop’s great points is its average market pricing. ECity keeps up with the pricing of its other competitors and makes sure to not overprice its products.
Rest assured that the prices you’ll be encountering in this store are near to the estimation we’ve provided in a previous section of this article.
Another good aspect about them is their efficient staff that are easy to approach while browsing for items you can purchase. Looking at their post-purchase support, ECity offers product maintenance, repairs, installation, and troubleshooting.
They also offer their delivery services for heavier equipment to be delivered right at your doorstep, so that’s very convenient!
Stepping into their store, the first thing we noticed is how nicely lit the place is. Their items are easy to spot and distinguish from one another.
Additionally, the products are organized in a way that makes the shopper feel less cramped amidst the small store space.
ECity General Trading is a store we would recommend if you’re looking for another “one-stop shop” electronics store. Look into them if you’re searching for a place with average pricing and sells the common electronic gadgets!
Pros
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Well-lit and organized space
- Average market pricing
Cons
- Not a big space
- Not much electronic type variety
Customer Reviews:
Accessible, Friendly and Helpful Staff
“Ecity is a great place to shop for electronics while in The Dubai Mall. It is very easy to access, just at the right turn fron the corridor from the metro link. There you will find a vibrant young man with top notch sales skills. He uses the informative approach to sells will makes one feel comfortable of what they are buying and helps you make an informed decision. His name Is Hamza. Thank you Hamza for the good customer care. I am very happy with my gadgets.” – Moses Sserunkuma
4. Jacky’s Electronics
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Pricing | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Support | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Product Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Established in 1988, Jacky’s Electronics is one of the oldest retail stores in UAE. This company sells a wide variety of devices and gadgets.
You wouldn’t find this place near other electronic stores in a mall. Jacky’s Electronics is situated as a separate establishment near Dubai’s Metro Station.
Their location is easily accessible, especially for commuters. However, if you’re bringing a car with you on your visit here, get ready to look for alternative parking arrangements.
That is because the place has a limited parking space allotted for their customers.
Stepping into the store itself, the first thing we noticed is how huge the place is. It’s very spacious, with plenty of walking space, with their products clearly displayed and well-organized.
This store has a wide range of items for sale. We’re talking about common gadgets though, such as laptops and phones. They also sell gaming consoles, televisions, and other heavy electronic devices.
One thing that we’d like to give a heads up on are the outlet’s prices. Things can get pretty expensive in this location, so make sure to do a comparison before making a purchase.
We recommend heading here if you have the extra budget and if Jacky’s Electronics is the only store that has the device that you want.
Pros
- Huge product variety
- Standalone location
- Spacious, well-lit store
Cons
- A bit expensive
- Limited parking space
5. Virgin Megastore
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Pricing | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Support | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Product Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Virgin Megastore is an electronic retailer that specializes in selling gaming-related devices and other entertainment systems.
They also sell some collectible items, such as KAWS statues. In terms of the general electronic product variety, this store certainly chooses to have a specific technology to focus on.
This doesn’t mean that gaming and entertainment are their only focus. They still sell some regular electronic devices, such as smartphones. However, we do recommend looking for another store if you’re not in the market for gaming-related electronics.
Stepping into their store, we noticed that it’s very pretty. Interior design wise, it’s a place that looks aesthetically pleasing to the people who like neon lights and beautiful displays of toys and figurines.
However, while the place is well lit and spacious, it can get overwhelming for first time customers, because you will be greeted at the entrance with a huge amount of products already– and you haven’t even noticed the other items yet.
A nice thing about this company is that regardless of the general impression that they are more of a collector’s store, the prices for their gadgets and electronic devices fit the average market pricing.
In addition, they also provide multiple ways of payment for their clients. These include cash, credit card, PayPal, and even cash on delivery!
Overall, we recommend this store for collectors and gamers. If you’re looking for a store that clearly specializes in handling and selling gaming consoles, Virgin Megastore is the store for you!
Pros
- Product variety
- Multiple payment options
- Average market pricing
Cons
- Focuses more on gaming appliances
- Store display can be overwhelming
Customer Reviews:
Helpful and Knowledgable Staff
“They have the most awesome stores stocked with almost everything that you can think of. The staff is realy helpful and knowledgeable and their prices are right. Got my boys a PS5 at retail price whe it was unavailable anywhere in Dubai.” – Josh H. Jehangir