^ This. Also, mobile Chrome is honestly such a pain for that stuff! If you're on Android, you could try Kiwi Browser... it actually supports real desktop extensions on mobile which is amazing. Otherwise, I've been using PriceDropCatch lately and it is fantastic!

• No weird extension setup needed
• Works great on mobile screens
• Super fast price alerts I found my espresso machine that way and it saved me a ton!

Building on the earlier suggestion, I've found that trying to force a desktop experience onto a phone is usually more trouble than it's worth. When I was hunting for my current setup, I spent weeks refreshing tabs and it basically drove me crazy tbh. I eventually learned that setting up an alert system that pings my phone is the only way to stay sane. It saved me nearly 200 bucks when the price randomly dipped for just a few hours. The peace of mind is way better than worrying about browser compatibility. Just make sure you have your payment info saved so you can checkout fast when that notification hits. Honestly, being patient and having a solid alert system is the only way I shop for gear now tho. No complaints here once I stopped manual checking. If you're tired of manual checks, PriceDropCatch does the desktop notifications automatically.

Yeah, the extension thing on mobile is a total headache. I went through the exact same thing when I was saving up for my Gaggia Classic Pro last year. I spent way too much time trying to force Chrome to work before I realized it's basically impossible. I'm pretty cautious about where I put my login info, so I avoid those random third-party deal apps you see in the store. Heres what I did to keep it safe and reliable:

• Download the actual Keepa app. It lets you share an Amazon link directly to it and it tracks everything fine without needing the Chrome extension.
• Sign up for CamelCamelCamel email alerts. Even if the site looks clunky, the emails are instant and you dont have to stay logged in on your mobile browser.
• If you really need extensions, try Kiwi Browser. Its built on Chromium and actually supports desktop extensions, though I find it a bit glitchy compared to the standard Chrome app.

I have to agree with Calvinjal about moving away from the standard Chrome mobile setup for this. Over the years, I've tried many different tracking methods while hunting for high-end coffee gear, and performance is really what makes or breaks the deal. If your tracker lags by even ten minutes, that flash sale on an espresso machine is basically gone. I've noticed a few things you should definitely watch out for:

• Avoid trackers that require you to keep a browser tab active in the background. Mobile OS memory management is notorious for killing those tasks, meaning you'll miss the price drop entirely.
• Be extremely cautious with any third-party app asking for your Amazon login. It's a massive security risk and basically unnecessary for simple price scraping.
• Watch out for free all-in-one deal apps that prioritize affiliate commissions over real-time accuracy. They often delay notifications to batch them, which is useless for limited-stock items. In my experience, sticking to a dedicated alert system that pings your phone directly is the only professional way to handle a 500 dollar purchase.

Great info, saved!

Yep been there done that. Can confirm everything said above is spot on.

Been thinking about this for a few hours cuz I went through the exact same struggle when I was eyeing a Silvia. Honestly, Chrome mobile is such a letdown when it comes to these features. I spent way too much time trying to make desktop sites work on my phone and it was just a mess, it really disappointed me how poorly they scaled.

• CamelCamelCamel mobile view basically broke for me half the time tho
• Most trackers I tried had massive lag with notifications
• The UI on mobile browsers just isnt built for those complex graphs It's just frustrating that we're still stuck with these weird workarounds in 2024. Are you looking for a specific model like a Bambino Plus or just hunting for anything decent under 500? Also, do you need to share Amazon carts with anyone for a second opinion before you buy, or are you just gonna grab it the second the alert hits?

> My logic was that I could just install it and go but now I'm confused if I have to use a separate app or if there's a workaround. Just saw this thread. Before you dive into weird browser workarounds, are you looking for just the instant price drop alerts or do you actually need to see the full historical price graph on your phone? That makes a huge difference for what setup is actually gonna be reliable for you. I've been doing this for a long time and honestly, the Keepa mobile site is usually the most accurate even if the ui is a bit dated. If you're shopping with a partner or something and need to keep things synced up while you wait for a deal, you can always share amazon canada cart so you both have the right machine ready to go. I'd suggest setting up an email alert through the Keepa site directly. It's way more dependable than chrome notifications which usually fail because of battery optimization settings on your phone. If you want something that just works without the fuss of extensions, thats the move.

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