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7 Best Dishwashers Under $500 — Plus 2 More That Made a Splash
Getting dishes clean in a dishwasher is no luxury: It’s actually more eco-friendly than washing dishes by hand. Even budget-priced dishwashers are loaded with features. And almost every model, regardless of price, dispenses with the grime. How quietly they run,…
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Best Cheap Coffee Grinders
If you enjoy a good cup of coffee, making an investment in a coffee grinder is a small price to pay for fresh coffee at its best, brewed at home or in the office. Coffee is most flavorful when the…
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Best Cheap Laser Printers
Already omnipresent in large offices, laser printers are popping up in homes, home offices, and small businesses thanks to low prices, compact designs, and a reputation for printing sharp, dark text faster than inkjet printers. The sub-$200 range is bursting…
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Cheap Dishwashers
Frugal consumers have clear expectations for dishwashers: This essential kitchen appliance should leave dishes clean and shiny without making much noise, running up the utility bill, or straining the household budget. Cheapism.com set out to accommodate these requests by fixing…
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38 Things You Should Always Buy on the Cheap
It’s not easy being a consumer as brands try to dazzle buyers with useful-sounding features and aesthetic upgrades that often do nothing to improve a product’s actual functionality, but merely raise its price tag. To avoid spending more than is…
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25 Popular Stores That Could Soon Be Out of Business
Toys R Us is filing for bankruptcy, but it’s not alone as many national retailers are struggling to remain competitive in a modern marketplace increasingly dominated by online commerce. The Toys R Us filing, one of the largest in retail…
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Target vs. Ikea Furnishing Throwdown
Ikea and Target are both known as home-makeover meccas. Boasting cheap prices and large selections, the two stores are incredibly popular for college dorms, millennial apartments, and budget-conscious family homes.…
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10 Tricks to Updating Your Wardrobe at the Thrift Store
Thrift store shopping has always been popular among frugal consumers, but in the past few years more people seem to be browsing. The hipster look and even pop culture moments…
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60 A+ Back-to-School Deals
Stretch your dollar with a collection of the best back-to-school deals online and in stores for students of all ages (as well as non-students who just like to save money).…
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10 Essential Multi-tools for Your Camping Trip
You never know when disaster will strike in the outdoors. Our selection of multi-tools includes gadgets that can repair a punctured tire or fix a leaky tent. Whether you’re looking…
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Best Cheap Pillows
There’s no need to spend a fortune to get a good pillow. Reviews indicate that users are nearly as satisfied with a cheap polyester pillow as they are with pricier…
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12 Cheap and Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes for Summer
Slow cookers offer busy people a simple way to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Being able to throw everything into one pot, press a button, and walk away saves time and…
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Amazon vs. Walmart vs. Jet: Which Is the Cheapest?
Amazon has long wooed customers with an expansive selection, low prices, and free two-day shipping for Prime members. By all accounts it’s a winning formula: The site accounted for a…
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10 Best Sport Sunglasses for Women under $80
With sweat-proof features and sleek designs, these top sport sunglasses for women won’t slow you down. Shop our affordable selection featuring lightweight frames and mirrored lenses so you can finish…
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Best Cheap Headphones
Some people rip through headphones quickly — probably because many cheap headphones, like the ones that come with phones, are not built for the long haul. Manufacturers such as JVC,…
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25 Budget Bikinis That Won’t Make You Feel Self-Conscious
Just because you don’t want to bare it all, that doesn’t mean you have to trudge to the pool in a drab one-piece. There are many cute bikini styles for…
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Best Cheap Mattresses
In a previous report on cheap mattresses, we recommended only traditional, name-brand innerspring models and cautioned readers against buying off-brand or “no name” mattresses. Much has changed in the mattress…
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9 Best Ranges for Budget-Conscious Cooks
Most of us use a range almost every day, but it’s not an everyday purchase. That puts a premium on finding a gas or electric stove with useful features and…
