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Kroger vs. Walmart vs. Aldi: Which Is Cheaper for Groceries?
In This Article: Store-Brand Price Comparison: Kroger vs. Walmart vs. Aldi Dairy Produce Meat Condiments Frozen Foods Pantry (Grains, Canned Goods, Snacks) Beverages Name-Brand Price Comparison: Kroger vs. Walmart Store-Brand Quality Shopping Experience Savings & Loyalty Programs Selection Cheapism surveyed…
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COOL GIFTS FOR GUYS THAT COST LESS THAN $25
It can be tough to come up with fitting and reasonably priced gifts for the men on your list, from significant others to fathers, sons, brothers, and friends. Here are 25 ideas, each costing no more than $25, that deserve…
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The 12 Best and Worst Return Policies at Popular Stores
Ever decided that it’s less of a hassle to keep an unwanted purchase than it is to try and return it? You’re not alone. More than half of us have done that, according to a Marist poll. To make your…
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27 Companies That Closed Stores in 2019
If you thought last year was the low point for bricks-and-mortar retailers, think again. Sadly, 2019 proved to be exponentially more brutal, and Coresight Research predicts the number of store closures could reach a staggering 12,000 by the year’s end,…
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10 Cheap Ways to Keep Your Skin Healthy This Winter
Winter weather isn’t just chilly — it’s often downright arid. The harsh weather conditions and low humidity can strip skin of moisture, rendering it dry, scaly, and itchy. Resist the urge to reach for pricey creams and serums, though, and…
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These 32 Stores Are Getting Rid of Cashiers and Checkout Lanes
Checkout lines are already under attack by Amazon, but may vanish entirely if stores get their way. When Amazon opened its first bricks-and-mortar Amazon Go locations last year — where customers can purchase products using smartphones, without cashiers or checkout…
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21 Priciest Ikea Products
Ikea prides itself on Scandinavian ingenuity that helps keep prices low, and many shoppers think of it a refuge for cash-strapped college kids and young professionals. While many of our…
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25 Best Fast Food Deals for Game Day
Football season is in full swing, and fans all over the country are planning their Saturdays and Sundays (not to mention some Thursday, Friday, and Monday nights) around the big…
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The Best Cheap Microwave Ovens
Zap It! Cheapism surveyed the market and read scores of reviews by experts and consumers to identify the best cheap microwaves. Most of our compact countertop picks cost around $100…
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Halloween Costumes to Buy Now Before They Sell Out
Buying a premade Halloween costume can save time and energy and ensure quality — but lots of people love the same movie and television characters that you do, so the…
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17 Trendy Fall Fashions for Women Over 50
Even if you’ve not been in a classroom for decades, there’s a back-to-school feel to this time of year that adds a spark to shopping for fall fashions. The worst…
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12 Tips and Tricks to Make Grocery Pickup Worth Trying
Curbside grocery pickup may have been a novelty a couple years ago, but today, it’s a staple at many supermarkets across the country. Still wondering whether it’s for you? In…
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22 Insanely Expensive Electronics You Don’t Actually Need
Among those for whom money is no object, there’s a whole world of toys and gadgets to be purchased that many of us can only dream about owning. This is…
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50 Student Discounts You Don’t Want to Miss
Money is scarce for many college students, so finding ways to save is key. Many merchants offer discounts aimed at students, whether on clothes, electronics, textbooks, or even movie tickets,…
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17 Ways Grocery Stores Have Changed Over the Past 50 Years
The supermarket has been a staple of American life ever since the first one, a Piggly Wiggly, opened in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1916. Ever since, we’ve scoured the aisles in…
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Better Than the Bookstore: Best Sites for College Textbooks
As the cost of college continues to rise, students have become savvier consumers. They’re taking advantage of ever more options for acquiring textbooks and other course materials and, for many, online…
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50 Back-to-School Outfits for $20 or Less
The average U.S. household will spend about $266 on back-to-school shoes, clothes, and accessories this year, according to a survey by Deloitte. Families can make those hard-earned dollars count with…
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50 Back-to-School Shoes under $50
No one wants to overspend — but it’s been proven time and again that you do get what you pay for, so investing in quality really does pay off. When…
