In the competitive landscape of grocery shopping, Walmart stands as a titan, offering a vast array of products at competitive prices. Yet, even among its loyal shoppers, there are certain grocery items that might not meet expectations. From quality concerns to better deals elsewhere, Walmart’s offerings can sometimes fall short. We made a list of the worst-rated grocery items to buy at Walmart, all according to superfans—keep reading for all the details.
1. Cereal
When it comes to breakfast staples like cereal, Walmart's Great Value brand often promises affordability. However, some shoppers have voiced concerns about the nutritional content. According to one customer, "the Great Value cereal boxes have so much sugar, I swear it sends my kids into overdrive."
Another agreed, writing, "there's absolutely zero ingredients in most of the Great Value brand cereals that set you up for a successful day. It's all just sugar." Sounds like if a nutritional breakfast is your goal, you're better off finding a healthier brand of cereal elsewhere."
2. Eggs
While Walmart offers a variety of grocery essentials, including eggs, not all shoppers find them to be the best choice. Concerns about the quality and sourcing of Walmart's eggs have been raised by frequent shoppers. "Something about the eggs at Walmart ick me out," wrote one customer in a Reddit forum. "It'll say free range or organic or one of those buzzwords, but something just seems off." If you're particular about your eggs, Walmart might not be the ideal destination for this breakfast staple.
3. Granola Bars
Granola bars, often touted as a quick healthy snack or breakfast option, can be found in various brands at Walmart, including Great Value. However, shoppers have raised concerns about the nutritional value, particularly the high sugar content in Walmart's offerings. One shopper commented, "I avoid Walmart's granola bars because they're loaded with sugar, and I like to pack a granola bar for my kids lunch. I feel bad enough for the teachers who have to watch these kids all day, the last thing they need is a kid on a sugar rush."
"My kids will have 10-15 minutes between after-school activities, so I like to have granola bars on hand," one customer shared. "I tried out the Great Value brand, and found that my kids would have tons of energy for the first 10 minutes of practice and then absolutely crash. I've since avoided the brand." Instead, try finding bars made with more natural ingredients and less sugar.
4. Produce
Walmart's produce section isn't very promising either. "I swear I will find the freshest looking strawberries they have and within 24 hours of bringing them home, they're covered in mold," one person shared. "And I even buy organic!"
"I've given up buying produce at Walmart," said another shopper. "The bananas and avocados are hard as a rock until they're brown, the strawberries get moldy within hours, and the lettuce is always limp, no matter how many crisp-up tricks I try. I shop elsewhere for my produce now." Perhaps a local farmers market is a better option?
5. K-Cups
If you're a committed coffee drinker, this one should come as no surprise. Quality coffee is important whether you're grinding the beans up yourself and doing a pour-over or buying the ready-to-brew K-cups, and unfortunately, according to shoppers, Walmart is not your one-stop-shop for coffee. "I took one sip of the Great Value brand K-cup coffee and spit it out. Gave away the rest of the box," one customer said. "Yes, it was that bad."
6. Kefir
Kefir, a fermented dairy drink known for its probiotic benefits, is readily available at Walmart. However, some shoppers have reservations about the selection and quality of kefir at this retailer. While this is a pretty niche product, superfans still had some thoughts on it. "I drink kefir to help with my bloating," one person wrote. "And the kind they sell at Walmart was just nasty. I know it's not the most delicious thing in the world in the first place, but wow did Walmart make it worse."
7. Guacamole
It seems so easy to pick up a tub of the freshly-made guacamole at Walmart, but loyal shoppers are sending out warnings to stay away. "It says freshly made every day," one customer wrote, "but I swear it tastes like the flavorless, processed kind you can buy and keep in the fridge for weeks."
"There's no fresh hit of cilantro or onion at all," another person said. "I picked it up ahead of a BBQ when I was pressed for time and was honestly embarrassed."
8. Maple Syrup
And finally, you're going to want to stay away from the Great Value maple syrup. Shoppers have left less than glowing reviews, and the reason why is starting to become a theme. "There's so much sugar in these bottles you can barely taste the maple," one person said. "I repeat, you can't taste the maple in the maple syrup."
"I made the mistake of pouring this all over my pancakes," another shopper shared. "I swear I got an instant sugar headache." Basically, if you're trying to lower your sugar intake, pay attention to the labels on Walmart-branded products. You might be getting way more than you think.
