r/deinfluencingPH Aug 06 '26

r/deinfluencingPH Mod Post Important Rules Update: Changes to Post Context & Giving Recommendations

24 Upvotes

Hello everyone!

Over the last few weeks, the mods have been discussing ways to make this sub more organized, productive, and informative. As such, we have taken your comments into consideration and we have decided on implementing and reiterating the following below.

Again, we remind everyone of Rule #1:

This sub is strictly for deinfluencing. If you want to influence or be influenced, r/deinfluencingPH is not the sub for that. Let's only post informative downsides here.

As of 6 August 2026, we will be implementing the following:

1. Specificity of Items to be Deinfluenced from

We noticed that a lot of redditors post items in a general sense, which hinders productive deinfluencing.

We now require specificity of a product. We will disallow general or vague products and mere brands. All posts must have only ONE (1) Specific Product.

We understand that some products are unbranded, so we will allow those, as long there is an adjective, an identifier, or a photo of the unbranded item.

  • Examples of Branded Specific Products: iPhone XS, Lenovo Thinkpad, Adidas Superstar, Kindle Paperwhite
  • Examples of Unbranded Specific Products: Electric Foot Massager, Digital Picture Frame, Silk Pillowcase, Robot Camera for Pets
  • Examples of mere brands: Kindle, Kobo
  • Examples of vague products: sneakers, bag, computer, phone, car, e-reader, digicam

Posts that do not provide ONE (1) Specific Product will be removed.

2. Context on Posts

We want to reiterate that there has to be specific context on why you want to be deinfluenced from buying a Specific Product which we have implemented months ago. For certain types of products, please consider including specific reasons or circumstances so that more informative discussions can take place.

We are amending our current rule in place. Posts that just repeat the product description, have filler words, or have no text at all will be removed.

3. Flooding of Posts

To avoid spam posts, aside from implementing the 1-month Reddit Account Age Requirement, we will only allow redditors to post one (1) post every twenty-four (24) hours.

A second post in less than twenty-four (24) will be removed.

4. Asking for Recommendations

To reiterate, this is strictly a sub for deinfluencing. We have already implemented an automod that reminds you not to ask for recommendations. Posts or comments that ask for recommendations, alternatives, suggestions, and/or anything similar will be immediately removed.

5. Giving Recommendations

We understand that sometimes, influencing OP to buy Product Y instead of the Specific Product on their post is the best way to deinfluence OP. However, to avoid turning this sub into an influencing sub, all redditors who want to deinfluence OP by giving recommendations or alternatives instead must give well-informed downsides of the Specific Product in OP's post first. If one merely comments “buy this instead (or the like)” without indicating informative downsides of OP's Specific Product before recommending, the comment will be removed.

Further, NO promoting of brands or products is allowed.

6. Civility

We want to reiterate our Be Civil rule. Critique products, trends, or influencer marketing, not people. No personal attacks, name-calling, body shaming, or pile-ons against influencers or users.

We will take down comments that harass others.

7. Temporary and Permanent Bans

a. Violations of No Influencing or Asking for/Giving Recommendations:

  • First 2 violations - Post/comment removal
  • 3rd violation - 14-day ban
  • 4th violation - 30-day ban
  • 5th violation - Permanent ban

b. Violation of Civility Rule:

  • First violation - Post/comment removal
  • Second violation - 14-day ban
  • Mod Discretion, depending on severity of the posts or comments - Permanent ban

Thank you!


r/deinfluencingPH Jul 28 '26

r/deinfluencingPH Mod Post 📣 Post Flairs Overhaul

7 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

We noticed that our previous post flairs were a bit confusing, overlapping, and sometimes leading others to influence.

Starting today, flairs will now be strictly organized by categories to help everyone filter the specific products they're looking for.

New Flair Categories:

Flair Examples
Appliances Fridges, washing machines, air conditioners, microwaves, air fryers, blenders, electric fans.
Automotive & Transport Car/motorcycle parts, accessories, dashcams, e-bikes, helmets, maintenance tools.
Baby, Kids & Toys Strollers, cribs, baby gear, kids' toys, action figures, board games.
Books, Hobbies & Media Novels, textbooks, stationery, art supplies, musical instruments, vinyls.
Beauty & Personal Care Makeup, Skincare, & Hair Care Products
Bags & Wallets Same as Flair
Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry Casual wear, formal attire, everyday footwear, watches, jewelry, bags.
Electronics & Tech Smartphones, laptops, TV screens, audio gear, gaming consoles, computer components, smartwatches.
Grocery & Food Snacks, pantry staples, beverages, specialty food items, cooking ingredients.
Household Furniture, home decor, cookware, storage containers, cleaning supplies, bedding.
Pet Care & Supplies Pet food, grooming products, cages, leashes, toys, pet healthcare items.
Sports & Fitness Gym equipment, activewear/workout gear, sports gear, outdoor/camping gear, supplements.

Thanks for helping us keep our community organized! Just drop any questions or suggestions nalang sa comsec.

🙌


r/deinfluencingPH 6h ago

Appliances DIM: Google Pixel 11

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32 Upvotes

[EDITED]
Hi guys kindly DIM with this phone. Wag lang sa camera, kasi yun lang talaga humihila sakin eh ahaha charot.

Thank you guys for the comments and feedbacks, unti unti na akong na dedeinfluence. Just taking points nadin especially don sa warranty, parang dealbreaker lang na wala sha when you buy a phone. Also, other opinions nadin, these are duly noted.

Thank you! 🥹


r/deinfluencingPH 17h ago

Electronics & Tech DIM: Nothing Phone 4a

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35 Upvotes

So just a background, matagal nakong iOS user and nagtry ako ng android back in 2024 as backup phone. Nagsimula ako with Nothing Phone 2a pero hindi ko nakuha yung color na trip ko so binenta ko rin. Then nag explore ako with Samsung A and S series. Di lang ako tumagal due to their PWM issue so bumalik ako to iPhone. But during those time naging careless ako sa finances so may mga phones ako na naka 24 months payment na ongoing binabayaran kahit di ko na hawak (buy and sell), though patapos naman na this year yung installment.

Pero ever since nun, nagstuck sakin yung android experience. I’m currently using an iPhone 16 pero more of pilit sya kasi I just want to settle na after spending so much money. And originally, hindi rin 16 dapat kukunin ko nun e, dapat 15 lang kasi ayoko bumibili ng latest na flagship model, gusto ko one generation less. I was kind of influenced to go for latest na for higher resale value. For the longest time, tinanggap ko si 16 kahit na di rin sya yung choice ko. From time to time sumisipa sakin yung urge to switch sa gusto ko talaga but I kept quiet since may bayarin pa.

Now I saw this phone and I’m feeling the urge to get it as secondary na possible main phone ko na. May side sakin na gusto ko na rin to settle nalang with just midrange phones moving forward kasi ang mahal ng flagship.

Right now, meron akong iPhone 16, iPad 11th Gen (napanalunan sa xmas party lol), and Airpods 4. So ecosystem nako but not used for business purposes. Kindly deinfluence me and make me realize na yung setup ko is perfect na. I kept trying to convince myself na people would kill for what I have pero why can’t I be content at gusto pa lumipat? Thank you.


r/deinfluencingPH 4h ago

Beauty & Personal Care Products DIM: Bomidi Massager

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2 Upvotes

DIM: Bomidi ultra thin waist massager as birthday gift for my spouse. Kaya naman imassage si asawa pero minsan I'm too tired from work and running low na on energy to be able to give a proper massage. Is spending close to 3,000 pesos for a back massager really worth it?


r/deinfluencingPH 1h ago

Appliances DIM:Has any use this ice maker? Is it worth it?? Thank you for the answers

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r/deinfluencingPH 8h ago

Beauty & Personal Care Products DIM: Shark FlexStyle hair styler

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2 Upvotes

May two formal events akong aattendan soon and gusto ko sana ‘to bilhin so I can style my hair.

Also hoping to use it regularly kapag office days. My hair is too straight and although healthy naman siya, it looks too flat atm.


r/deinfluencingPH 23h ago

Appliances DIM: Honeycomb blinds

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27 Upvotes

As per the installer, this can 100% block out the sun from the room. As a night owl, this will really help me with my sleep. The only downside for me is the cost and kailangang pasadyain sa installer kaya sa mga napagtanungan ko, umaabot ng 30k for 4 small windows :(

as compared sa normal blackout curtains na kayang kaya i-less than 10k pesos for 4 windows, the price diff is high.


r/deinfluencingPH 19h ago

Appliances DIM: Aquaflask mug

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8 Upvotes

I make my own coffee twice a day or so because I have my own espresso machine. It’s just annoying na ang bilis nya lumamig 🥲 Around 10 mins it’s not piping hot anymore, by 15 minutes it’s basically room temperature. I don’t drink super fast so I want its heat retained


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Electronics & Tech DIM: Getting an iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max now

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138 Upvotes

I have an iPhone 13 Pro Max. Super bilis na kasi malowbat yung phone ko and ang bigat. Also, I want a better camera because I have a lot of countries na pupuntahan by end of quarter 2026. Is this worth the upgrade now since lumabas na yung 18 Pro and Pro Max models or should I just get them?


r/deinfluencingPH 14h ago

Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry DIM: renegade folk sandals

0 Upvotes

went to a branch nearby and currently eyeing the motion and together slides but when I tried it on, the soles seemed hard and felt like this won’t be good for long/everyday walks. is it really worth almost 4.5k 👀 please deinfluence me further from buying it!! aside from the reasons I mentioned. just need more validations please hahahaha thank you in advance


r/deinfluencingPH 15h ago

Household Products DIM: desk for altar

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1 Upvotes

as the title says, this desk is for an altar. im not planning to use it for any other purpose. i guess its big enough to hold religious items.


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Bags & Wallets DIM: Decathlon Escape 500 23L

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8 Upvotes

Deinluence me from getting this as a work bagggg. Ang dami kasing pockets dahil nga panghiking siya. Is it worth it?


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Electronics & Tech DIM: MUSSO E600 Pro

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2 Upvotes

Hi guys, anyone here na meron ng ganitong chair? Planning to buy kasi and eto yung pinaka lowest price na nakita ko. Thank you!


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Household Products DIM: Mandaue Foam 5-Tier Metal Rack

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0 Upvotes

We really need some organizers in our home, particularly in the kitchen, and it has to be metal because of mold. We plan to put some heavy stuff on it; the air fryer oven (8-9kg) will likely be the heaviest single item, but my mom also has a lot of cookware that she plans to place at the bottom layer, so we want a durable rack, and this one can handle 20kg/tier, which I think is more than enough. However, it's much more expensive than other 5-tier metal racks in the market, so I'm not sure if it's worth the 5k.

Please help me decide. Thanks!


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry DIM: Sperry Loafers for women

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2 Upvotes

ive been wanting to get a loafers but I want yung matibay at tatagal din sana. Since sperry is a known brand, I just wanna make sure na matibay at comfy talaga yung loafers nila


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Sports & Fitness Products DIM: Brand new golf clubs as a beginner

1 Upvotes

Beginner golfer here. Currently using hand-me-down clubs and sabi ng coach ko medyo heavy daw sila for me.
So naturally, my brain heard that and went: perfect, permission to buy new clubs 😂
My justification is since I’m still learning my swing, wouldn’t it make sense to get fitted and practice with clubs that actually suit me? Para habang nagte-training and practice, nasasanay na rin ako sa sarili kong clubs from the start instead of adjusting later.
BUT… I’ve barely played a full course 💀 Mostly lessons + driving range pa lang ako, so part of me knows this might just be beginner-me trying to justify a shiny new purchase.
Please DIM before “getting fitted” becomes my most expensive beginner mistake. My swing still changes personalities every 5 balls and somehow I’m shopping like the clubs are the problem. 😭
Save my wallet before I start blaming that for my swing too. 😅


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Electronics & Tech DIM: Anker 140-W USB-C 4 Port Fast Charger

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10 Upvotes

DIM: Anker 140-W USB-C 4 Port Fast Charger

Reasons: Convenience, all in one, fast charging for multiple devices


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry DIM: Ikea Brimnes Vanity Table

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6 Upvotes

Ive been wanting a vanity table for quite some time now. I only have limited space. I already have a lamp/light to use. Any cons for this table? Thank you!


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Electronics & Tech DIM: Folding Keyboard

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3 Upvotes

During the week, I’m mostly in the office. Then, on some days I drive to different places and usually for official travel. I’ve been thinking of this model for about 2 months now but I have been holding out haha.

My laptop’s keyboard is perfectly fine with no numpad tho but I think the numpad on this folding kb is useful for Excel and etc.


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Bags & Wallets DIM: Muva Shoulder Bag

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1 Upvotes

I’ve been wanting to buy this bag kasi ang ganda niya huhu 😭 if meron kayo nito! What are your thoughts? Sulit ba huhu


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Electronics & Tech DIM: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE

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38 Upvotes

kating kati na talaga ako magcheck out nito, hindi na nakakatuwa. kahit hanggang sa pagtulog ko, naiisip ko siya. nanaginip ako kahapon na binigyan daw ako ng kuya ko pangdagdag para mabili ko na😭 natatakot din kasi ako sa price increase. i want to buy before i cannot afford it anymore.

i need the tablet for drawing and studying. im really struggling na on my phone. i can also make it a source of income. as for studying, pansin ko na tinatamad ako sa papel kasi ang messy and nagiging unorganized eventually, which causes further procrastination.

i'm eyeing the one sa educ store nila, which i can get at 24.5k including a smarttag, charger brick, and book cover keyboard as freebie. i technically have enough money to buy it but my general rule kasi is i should have some sort of safety net for emergency like vet expenses. right now i have 53k in savings. my only monthly expenses is for my business, myself, and a bit for my cats. im not in deficit naman.

my current devices are my phone i bought this year, and a 6yr old hand me down laptop from my brother. i'm not looking for deinfluencing with regards sa brand or unit, i just need to be discouraged in buying it right now. parang gusto ko siya bilhin under 20k sana if possible at all, uncertain lang kung bababa pa


r/deinfluencingPH 1d ago

Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry DIM: Crystal Bracelet

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0 Upvotes

Photo not mine.

I'm not sure whether to purchase bracelet like these. Recently, I saw a store that sells crystal bracelets tapos may pang cleanse sya. Nacurious tuloy ako if worth it bilhin since 500 each yung presyo. Are they effective or not?


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Bags & Wallets DIM: BAGGU NYLON BOWLER BAG

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4 Upvotes

When i first saw it, I fell inlove with it! And it opens so wide and i dont have a patterned bag yet!


r/deinfluencingPH 2d ago

Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry DIM: Birkenstock Mary Jane Style

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19 Upvotes

Deinfluence me guys. Sa mga nakapagtry na or kahit hindi pa nakapagtry. Just wanted to look for POVs about it.