Target is often praised for its great items, but it isn’t always seen as the cheapest grocery store around—in fact, it has a bit of a reputation for being a little pricey. When you think of the best bargain stores, you likely think of places like Walmart, Aldi, or maybe Costco. But did you know that there are many products that are actually cheaper at Target?
You may be surprised to hear that many essentials, like laundry detergent, trash bags, and more are cheaper at Target than other stores. Below, we’ve rounded up a few of the best items you should be sure to stock up on when you make your next Target trip.
1. Flour and other baking supplies
Flour is a staple in most kitchens. And if you love to bake, you may go through supplies like this pretty quickly. That's why it's helpful to know where you can find the cheapest options around. According to blogger Vanessa Deuck, Target is one of the best choices to stock up on all your baking needs, from flour to sugar to baking soda. For example, at Safeway, a 5 lb bag of King Arthur Flour will cost you roughly $8.79. Meanwhile, Target sells 'em for $5.59 a pop. Not bad!
2. Ecofriendly cleaning supplies
If you care about the environment, you may make an extra effort to purchase "green" cleaning supplies—but that isn't always the cheapest route. Luckily, Target often offers affordable prices when compared to competitors, like Walmart and Amazon. Wisebread points out that they carry a 28oz bottle of Method All-Surface Cleaner for just $2.99, while you'll find the same bottle for $5.49 at Walmart.
3. Home decor
Target doesn't only have some of the cutest home decor around; they also have some of the cheapest. In fact, Self Financial found that Target is one of the most affordable home good stores around when compared to Crate & Barrel, Wayfair, and more.
4. Laundry detergent
Laundry detergent is a must in every household—but that doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune on it! If you're looking for some of the best prices on this essential, we recommend stopping at Target. According to Krazy Coupon Lady, they have some unbeatable deals on laundry products. (However, Costco might win in terms of quality.)
5. Paper towels and toilet paper
Here's another can't-do-without product that the Krazy Koupon Lady recommends picking up at Target over anywhere else. Their Up & Up Paper Towels, in particular, offer great quality at a low price. But even name brand products, like Cottonelle Ultra ComfortCare Toilet Paper, are cheaper at Target than at Walmart. Good to know!
6. Diapers
If you're a parent, you probably know a thing or two about just how quickly you can go through diapers. So figuring out where you can get them for cheap is certainly helpful. While Walmart might sound like the best option, The Krazy Koupon Lady says otherwise. According to her, diapers are much cheaper at Target. A 140 pack of Pampers Cruisers Size 3, for example, cost around $45 at Target and $79 at Walmart. That's a huge difference!
7. Frozen fruit
Frozen fruit isn't only a great, convenient way to pack healthy fruits into your diet; it's also a delicious addition to smoothies, oatmeal, and more. Luckily, it also tends to be slightly cheaper than fresh fruit. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't seek out the best deals around! According to the Smarter Home Maker, Target is one of the best places to grab a bag.
8. Toys
With Christmas right around the corner, you may have your eyes peeled for the best deals on toys. And while Walmart definitely has some great, low prices, it's worth noting that Target has them beat in some cases. For example, the Krazy Koupon Lady points out that a LEGO Star Wars The Armorer's Mandalorian Forge 75319 Building Kit is nearly $30 cheaper at Target than at Walmart.
9. Beauty products
Looking for the perfect gift for the beauty-obsessed loved one in your life, or just want to restock your own essentials? Don't sleep on the selection at Target! Not only are they stocked with great brands, but they also offer low prices, even when compared to Amazon, Walmart, and Macy's, as noted by Wisebread. Plus, you'll oftentimes receive a free $5 Target gift card when you buy set quantities of certain beauty products.
10. Tall kitchen bags
Although it's specific, it's good to know; we all need kitchen bags, and Target often offers the lowest prices around on this essential. Compared to Walmart brand's 100 count pack, which is $12.52, Up & Up brand's 110 count box is nearly $3 cheaper at $9.99. When you consider how many times you'll buy trash bags in your life, that difference can definitely add up.
11. Photo frames
Beautiful photos of your family deserve beautiful frames—but that doesn't mean you have to drop a lot of money on them! Believe it or not, Wisebread says that Target has some of the most affordable photo frames out there, even when compared to Walmart and Amazon. You can grab two 8x10 inch frames for just $13.99 at Target, while the same thing will cost you $19.97 at Walmart and $18.99 at Amazon.
So, there you have it—Target may feel fancy enough to be pronounced with a French accent, but the prices are actually better than you may think!
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