Buy mode categories by function

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A list of "sort by function" buy mode categories and the types of items found there.

Room The Sims The Sims 2 The Sims 3 Objects[1]
Appliances Mainly kitchen objects: Refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, microwaves, coffee makers, food processor, garbage cans, barbecues and trash compactors.
Comfort Beds, chairs, armchairs, sofas, bar stools, benches and deck chairs.
Decorations Plants, paintings, sculptures, mirrors, curtains, rugs, ornaments, etc.
Electronics TVs, computers, stereos, clocks, burglar alarm, fire alarm, video games, phones, pinball machines, etc.
Entertainment Sporting goods, hobbies and skill items, party items, etc.
Hobbies Musical instruments, bookshelves, exercise equipment, play equipment, workbenches, other skill-building items, etc.
Kids (In misc section) Baby furniture, toys, decoration, and play equipment.
Lighting Lamps, wall sconces, hanging lights, and outdoor lights.
Plumbing Toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs and hot tubs.
Storage Bookshelves and dressers.
Surfaces Counters, kitchen tables, desks, side tables, coffee tables, shelves and displays (not bookshelves), cabinets, bars etc.
Vehicles (In misc section Cars, bicycles, motorcycles, scooters, parking spaces, garage doors, and bike racks.
Miscellaneous Skill-building items (mirrors, weight machines, bookshelves),[TS] dressers, play equipment, party items,[TS2] children's items,[TS][TS2] cars,[TS2NL] pet items,[TS:U][TS2P] garbage cans, etc.


Notes

  1. Depends on game availability.