When you’re shopping for cannabis online, what’s the first thing you care about?

For many of us, it’s not just about hunting down the cheapest price on a specific product.
It’s about seeing what your favourite shop actually has, what’s fresh, what’s good, and what fits your vibe right now.

That’s where menu-first sites like Best Bang For Your Bud (BBFYB) come in. They’re quietly changing how Canadians shop for legal weed online because they feel more natural.

The Two Ways to Shop: Product-First vs Menu-First

When it comes to cannabis discovery sites, there are two main approaches.

Product-First (like HiBuddy)

HiBuddy is product-first.

Here’s how it works:
You already know precisely what you want. You type it in, and HiBuddy shows you who has it and at what price. You pick the cheapest or closest option and proceed to checkout.

It’s simple and it works if you always know the exact product name and brand.
But if you’re just browsing, it can feel like searching a spreadsheet instead of shopping.

BBFYB takes a menu-first approach.

Here’s how it works:
You pick your favourite shop or discover a new one near you. You see their full, real-time menu with everything that’s actually in stock. You scroll through and see what catches your eye based on price, vibe or effect.

It feels much closer to walking into a dispensary and taking a look around.
You’re not starting with a product name. You’re starting with what’s available right here, right now.

Why Menu-First Feels More Natural

Most cannabis shoppers already have a favourite shop.
They like to browse what’s new or on special.
They often shop by effect, such as sleep, chill, or focus, instead of by brand. And they don’t always remember the full name of what they liked last time.

That’s why menu-first resonates.


It aligns with how people actually shop and eliminates the guesswork.

Supporting Local Shops

Menu-first sites also help local shops stand out.

On a product-first site, stores feel interchangeable, and whoever offers the best price wins. On BBFYB, each shop can show its menu and personality. You can discover new favourites, support businesses you trust, and actually get what you came for.

Which Style Is Right for You

If you know exactly what you want and care only about price, HiBuddy does the job.

If you want to browse, discover what’s new and shop like you would in person, BBFYB feels better.

The Bottom Line

Weed shopping is about more than price.
It’s about finding what’s in stock, what fits your mood and what makes you feel good about the purchase.

Menu-first sites like BBFYB make that easy.

Ready to see what’s on the menu?
👉 Check out menus from your favorite stores on BBFYB