BOSTON -- Whether you are in the market for a new plasma TV, a new laptop or even a new designer bag, here's a Web site that will help you find the best deal.

PriceRunner.com is a virtual shopping assistant that will find the best price for products from a number of different retailers. The site has scouts who visit stores and collect prices on thousands of items.

You can search for a specific item or browse the site's product categories. You'll see price comparisons and detailed product information with customer and expert reviews.

Check out the site's Hot Searches section to see what items other consumers are buying. The site doesn't actually sell the products, but it will link you to the retailer that does. It will also warn you if the merchant has had any shipping or delivery issues.