As Walmart fans know, the retailer is neck and neck with Amazon when it comes to cheap prices, so it stands to reason that these two retail giants are in a constant struggle to win over shoppers with lower prices. So, which of the two offers the best deals? As you might assume, it depends on the product. In taking a look at 25 different items, Walmart edged out Amazon with better prices in 14 instances over 11. Read on to find out where Walmart walloped Amazon, and where Amazon edged out its main competition.
The gold standard of mixers, especially for those who are serious about their baking, KitchenAid’s classic version in silver includes 10 attachments and has enough capacity — 4.5 quarts — to make cookies, bread loaf, or mashed potatoes to feed a crowd. Its soft-start feature keeps flour and other dry ingredients from exploding out of the bowl. So, who sells it for cheaper, Jeff Bezos or the Walton family?
Walmart
If you’re looking for “huge value, low price” in your next set of headphones, that’s exactly what SoundGuys said about these in a review. The set has up to 20 hours of battery life, aptX-compatibility, and stable connectivity — all features that make them “a rare breed of value-packed headphones.”
Amazon
Another popular product category in 2019 was muscle-relieving shoulder and neck wraps. ZXU’s version comes with an 11-foot cord, which is a really nice feature in a product like this. Who — with tense, sore muscles — wants to have to give up their comfortable, Netflix-binge-worthy perch because the cord isn’t long enough?
Amazon
With spring — and presumably, spring-cleaning if you’re into that kind of thing — not too far in the distant future, maybe you’re in the market for a new vacuum, one that Cheapism readers bought a lot of last year? This one features a tangle-free turbine, a whole-machine HEPA filtration system, and a cleaner head that automatically adjusts between hard floors and carpet.
Dyson Ball Animal 2 Vacuum Winner: Amazon
Amazon
Price: $366 ($399 from Walmart)
Savings: $33
Buy It
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Gotham Steel Smokeless Electric Grill
Walmart
Spring might be on the horizon, but grilling outdoors? It’s still too chilly for most of us mortals. This little grill gets the job done inside with a 14-by-inch cooking surface and comes with a grill surface, griddle, and kabob pitchfork. Both Walmart and Amazon reviewers give it four stars, so which of those folks got a better deal?
Gotham Steel Electric Grill Winner: Walmart (in a Landslide)
Walmart
This stainless steel kitchen helper features pre-programmed buttons for popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen vegetable, and dinner plate, a child-safety lock, defrost function, and removable glass turntable for easy cleanup.
Amazon
Mountable and controllable via an app, Alexa, or remote, this soundbar connects with Sonos speakers over WiFi and was developed by Oscar-winning sound engineers to “emphasize the sound of the human voice so you can always follow the story.”
Sonos Playbar Soundbar Speaker Winner: Amazon
Amazon
Price: $670 ($699 from Walmart)
Savings: $29
Buy It
Soda Dome Mid-Calf Women’s Combat Boots
Amazon
Don’t want to pay an arm and leg for combat boots? This version, in black, is a good option, and reviewers give it solid marks. It’s relatively inexpensive at both Amazon and Walmart, but one retailer offers it for $15 cheaper.
Crate & Barrel
Need a place to keep fresh fruit, cookies, or dog treats? These make attractive countertop storage and are fridge, freezer, and dishwasher safe.
Walmart
This fly-pole assembled tent has an enlarged dome design, two doors, two removable room dividers, and plenty of storage for devices and other necessary outdoor gear and equipment.
Walmart
Made with sweat-fighting, moisture-wicking fibers and mesh ventilation channels that enhance airflow, these socks are ready for just about anything you can throw at them.
Macy’s
This set includes a 72-ounce blender, a 64-ounce bowl that can be used as a food processor, and two single-serve blender cups that are perfect for making and taking a smoothie on your way out the door. Cheapism readers gobbled these up during the holidays and, since then, they’ve only gotten cheaper at both retailers — but does Amazon or Walmart offer the better deal?
Ninja Mega Blender System Winner: Amazon
Amazon
Price: $137 ($160 from Walmart)
Savings: $23
Buy It
Fruit of the Loom Men’s Fleece Sleep Pant and Knit Top Sleep Set
Walmart
Made of cotton and polyester, this sleep set includes a microfleece pair of pants with pockets and a drawstring closure, and a jersey knit short-sleeve shirt. Both are machine-washable.
Fruit of the Loom Men’s Fleece Sleep Set Winner: Walmart
Walmart
Reviewers love these gloves, which are constructed with spandex on the back and feature padded knuckles as well as a hook-and-loop closure to keep dirt and debris from getting in and slowing work down.
Walmart
Good for wearing under anything if you’re going out into the frigid late winter temperatures, this stretch, crew-neck top gets stellar reviews from shoppers at both Amazon and Walmart. So which one is selling it for less than half the price of the other?
Amazon
This vintage-styled game console has the look and feel of the 1990s original but at a slightly smaller size. It comes loaded with 21 games, including classic favorites like Super Mario Kart and Street Fighter.
Super NES Classic Winner: Amazon
Amazon
Price: $154 ($160 from Walmart)
Savings: $6
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ASICS Women’s Gel-Excite 6 Running Shoes
Amazon
These well-reviewed running shoes are engineered for better flexibility, comfort, and platform adaptability, and it shows in their customer reviews. Shoppers say the shoes are comfy and provide stability and balance, and one Amazon reviewer even called them a “workhorse.”
depop
An alcohol-free, anti-aging toner, this version from popular skincare brand Mario Badescu contains glycolic acid and alpha hydroxy acid and claims to encourage cell turnover and reduce dullness.
Amazon
Amazon and Walmart reviewers alike love this 3rd-gen portable speaker for its sound clarity, 100-foot range, battery life of up to 14 hours, and water-resistance. But which store gives you a better deal on it?
Walmart
With its farmhouse style and classic upholstery, this chair would fit into many different types of decor. Reviewers say it’s well-made, easy to assemble, sturdy, and comfortable.
Dorel Living Accent Chair Winner: Walmart
Walmart
Price: $200 ($236 from Amazon)
Savings: $36
Buy It
Greenworks Corded Electric Lawn Mower 25142
Walmart
If the cold weather has you dreaming about lawn-mowing weather, shoppers say this 10-amp mulching mower is well designed. It has an electric start, a 16-inch cutting deck, five height adjustments, a 150-foot cord, and a foldover handle for more compact storage.
Greenworks Lawn Mower Winner: Amazon
Amazon
Price: $158 ($205 from Walmart)
Savings: $47 Buy It
Brightech Harper LED Tripod Floor Lamp
Amazon
With clean lines and a simple drum shade, this lamp would work in a number of different home styles, including mid-century modern, contemporary, urban, minimalist, and more. An energy-saving bulb with a 20,000-hour life is included, and all Brightech products come with a three-year warranty.
Sunbeam Heated Electric Throw Fleece Blanket, 2-Pack
Walmart
Available in regular and navy buffalo plaid, these two 50-by-60-inch fleece blankets have three heat settings and a three-hour auto-off feature for safety. Sounds cozy, but you’ll pay nearly twice as much at one of our mega-retailers. Which one?
Walmart
Tired of polishing your silverware? This colorful set never requires that drudgery. It includes teaspoons, soup spoons, dinner forks, salad forks, and dinner knives, has a stainless steel construction, a 25-year warranty, and is certainly a conversation starter.
Kris is a veteran writer, editor, and graphic designer. She’s worked for newspapers including the Rocky Mountain News, and as managing editor for Dallas-based Advocate Magazines and Modern In Denver magazine. Over the course of her career
