About Cobone
Cobone is a deals platform that launched in 2010 and has a team of 51 to 100 people. It offers discounted vouchers for restaurants, spas and salons, activities, attractions, staycations and services in the UAE.
The model, often called group buying or daily deals, works by negotiating discounts with merchants in exchange for bringing them new customers. Shoppers buy vouchers online and redeem them at the merchant within a set period.
For consumers, deals platforms offer a way to try new restaurants, activities and services at lower prices. Popular categories include brunches, buffets, spa treatments, theme park tickets and family activities.
For merchants, featuring on a deals platform can fill quiet periods, attract first-time customers and raise awareness, though heavy discounting needs to be balanced against profitability.
Cobone was one of the early players in the Gulf's e-commerce scene, emerging when online shopping in the region was still developing. The deals market has since become more competitive, with loyalty apps, bank offers and subscription programmes all offering discounts.
Shoppers should read voucher terms carefully, including validity dates, booking requirements and days when vouchers cannot be used.
Startups UAE lists Cobone among the UAE's deals and discount platforms.
The model, often called group buying or daily deals, works by negotiating discounts with merchants in exchange for bringing them new customers. Shoppers buy vouchers online and redeem them at the merchant within a set period.
For consumers, deals platforms offer a way to try new restaurants, activities and services at lower prices. Popular categories include brunches, buffets, spa treatments, theme park tickets and family activities.
For merchants, featuring on a deals platform can fill quiet periods, attract first-time customers and raise awareness, though heavy discounting needs to be balanced against profitability.
Cobone was one of the early players in the Gulf's e-commerce scene, emerging when online shopping in the region was still developing. The deals market has since become more competitive, with loyalty apps, bank offers and subscription programmes all offering discounts.
Shoppers should read voucher terms carefully, including validity dates, booking requirements and days when vouchers cannot be used.
Startups UAE lists Cobone among the UAE's deals and discount platforms.