The dollar store is basically another name for heaven. You have everything at your fingertips for can’t beat prices. This is almost always true, but in certain instances, you can benefit more from spending a little extra money to get the best use of an item. While its great to save money, it’s not worth it if it means sacrificing the quality. However, you can really get incredible deals at the dollar store so keep reading to stay up to date with what you should and shouldn’t focus on when searching the aisles.
Coffee Filters
This item is definitely a deal that you will happy to see. For coffee lovers, which is many of us, having a substantial supply of coffee filters is a high priority. There is nothing worse than waking up early to make your morning coffee to see a lacking supply of filters. With the dollar store, you won’t have to worry about this because you will always be stocked up.
Coffee Filters
Hair Accessories
The dollar store is your place when it comes to hair accessories. Whatever you need, in any style or color, the dollar store will surely have it. They also come super cheap when the styles go out of fashion you won’t feel like you wasted tons of money.
Hair Accessories
Plastic Buckets
We could all use a plastic bucker here and again whether it’s for storing items, washing the floor or your car, they are super useful objects so why not get it for a cheap price? Head over to the dollar store before wasting your money somewhere else!
Plastic Buckets
Dish Towels And Washcloths
Dish towels are always susceptible to get dirty or bunt between hot dishes and liquid spills, there’s no way to keep these clean. Homeowners know what I am talking about. It’s better to buy them for cheap so you won’t feel sorry about throwing them away when they have no chance of being revived.
Dish Towels And Washcloths
Greeting Cards
Greeting cards are a nice gesture that some people really love to give/receive. If you’re someone who buys greeting cards frequently then you should keep in mind that you can buy five different cards at the dollar store for the same price as one individual card!
Greeting Cards
Picture Frames
Whether you’re decorating your home or college dorm room, picture frames are great to have and a great way to decorate your walls. Not only do they help express creativity but they make your home feel extra cozy so don’t be shy and go stalk up.
Picture Frames
Socks
Socks at the dollar store are no different than department store socks, besides that fact they are half the price. We know eventually the washing machine will have eaten all of our socks, so you may as well spend the least amount that you can on them.
Socks
Party Supplies
Listen up party people, we have some great news for you! If you’re someone who is constantly hosting people over because nobody else thinks to offer then this piece of advice can come in handy for you. Buying cups and plastic goods can get expensive every week, but with the dollar store, you can save nearly 70%.
Party Supplies
Pregnancy Tests
Despite what you may think, pregnancy tests are the dollar store is not less reliable than other stores. They just happen to be far less pricey. Instead of wasting $10 to $15 you can get the same thing for $1. If you don’t purchase the tests at the dollar store than you are just cheating yourself.
Pregnancy Tests
Vase And Decorative Bowls
There are so many different styles, shapes, and sizes, of bowls and vases that you can find at the dollar store. They are perfect accents to add to your home. Fill with flowers or candy and we promise your guests will be more focused on what’s inside rather than the object itself.
Vase And Decorative Bowls
Plastic Food Containers
The go green initiative is growing more popular and everyone these days are about using recyclable items. This is a great thing, but unfortunately, plastic containers can more expensive when you can get an excellent deal of 4 for $1 at the dollar store.
Plastic Food Containers
Chocolate And Candy
When you’re searching for a sweet tooth solution you should look at the dollar store because they have a huge collection for cheap. Also for Halloween, this is great news. The candy tastes the same as supermarkets, just be sure it’s not expired.
Chocolate And Candy
Notebooks
Notebooks don’t come cheap and they’re something that we all need here and then. Especially kids going back to school. Rather than wasting $30 on multiple notebooks, you can buy them at the dollar store for the price of one at the regular store!
Notebooks
Storage Containers
Organization fanatics will be surprisingly impressed with how many storage options you can find at the dollar store. There are so many colors, sizes, and styles to choose from all at reasonable prices. You’ll find yourself buying the whole aisle and your house will benefit from it!
Storage Containers
Mugs And Glasses
Similarly to bowls and vases, glasses and mugs are also great finds at the dollar store. You can also buy them individually so you’re not forced to buy the entire set. This can come in handy because big stores may require you to buy an entire box of six when you’re just looking for two.
Mugs And Glasses
Seasonal Décor
The dollar store is a great place to go if you need decorations and don’t want your wallet to suffer. You can get great Halloween decorations or Santa accessories. Get in touch with the holidays without spending a fortune!
Seasonal Decor
Dishware
Dishes should be simple and essentially do the job. They don’t need to cost a fortune since they often end up broken. If you buy them at the dollar store then you won’t feel guilty losing a dish here and there.
Dishware
Tote Bags
Another reduce, reuse, recycle item we can add to the list. In addition to plastic containers, reusable bags are a great item to have. Not only will you be helping out the planet every time you go grocery shopping but you will also won’t have to waste 10 cents shopping.
Tote Bags
Reading Glasses
Reading glasses from the dollar store are just as good as another pair of glasses for less than half of the price. Why pay more for something that is doing the same job? Your vision is getting the same help, you’re just spending more money.
Reading Glasses
Wrapping Paper, Gift Bags, Boxes
You don’t need to throw away your money wrapping presents when they will just be in the trash later on. Why waste your money on wrapping these gifts when you can get just get it at the dollar store and throw it away guilt-free.
Wrapping Paper, Gift Bags, Boxes
Deodorant
Okay as far as good dollar store buys there are plenty, but it is also important to consider the items that should never be purchased at the dollar store whatever you do. While you can find deodorant at the dollar store, you can probably find the same one but bigger at the pharmacy for a couple of cents or dollars more.
Deodorant
Toys
Dollar store toys are awesome if they would not be used all that often. However, do not expect them to live long when they are regularly used. You should be careful with these things since parts will likely come loose and turn into a choking hazard. No one wants to put their toddlers at risk, right?
Toys
Tools
When you need a quick fix, cheap tools are fine to use. In the long run, it is more beneficial to spend the extra money on this equipment because you will probably need them down the line anyway, so better that they stay in good condition.
Tools
Batteries
Batteries found in the dollar store usually are poorly made, so they run out faster. Most are not up to date and may even have leakage. When it comes to batteries, you’re better off going with the brand names.
Batteries
Knives
We’re not gonna stop you from buying knives at the dollar store but we will tell you that they won’t help you cut anything. Instead of getting frustrated over nonfunctional knives, you may as well spend that extra dollar on knives that actually work.
Knives
Earbuds, Headphones
You may be inclined to buy headphones at the dollar store since you end up losing them anyway. However, they don’t have a good sound system and will end up breaking. It’s better to spend an extra $10-$20 on brand ones that will last you.
Earbuds, Headphones
USB Chargers
This is something that you should absolutely avoid buying for cheap at all costs. Cheap USB chargers will end up broken and are not capable of charging your phone to full capacity. They will charge slowly and may even damage your phone’s battery.
USB Chargers
HDMI Cables
It makes sense that people would want to buy HDMI cables at the dollar store since they are incredibly cheaper everywhere else. However, since they are so cheap they tend to not work as well. The best advice we can give you is to purchase this item online to find the best deals.
HDMI Cables
Plastic Cooking Utensils
According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, there are plastic utensils that have chemicals causing health issues. In response to this, you should always use stainless steel utensils, regardless of the price difference. This is your health!
Plastic Cooking Utensils
School Supplies
If you’re satisfied with nonsticky post-its and leaky pens then you will be fine at the dollar store. While some of their supplies happen to be okay, it’s smarter to buy in bulk when larger stores have sales.
School Supplies
Double-Sided Tape
Double-sided tape is sold at the dollar store for $4.70, while its 1/5 cents cheaper per inch at the dollar store. The only downside is that its sold for 130 inches at the dollar store and 450 inches at stationery stores. Nonetheless, you will still save money.
Double Sides Tape
Cotton Swabs
Buying cotton swabs at target or CVS instead of the dollar store is basically just throwing away your money. Yes, they will be off-brand, but at CVS you will only get a box of 170 swabs and have to pay $2.79!
Cotton Swabs
Paper Clips
Paperclips are sold at the dollar store in a pack of 100 for just one dollar. At office depot, where they steal your money, you may be tricked into buying 60 for $2.49 but don’t give in! Turn right around and head to the dollar store where you’ll get more and spend less.
Paper Clips
Clay Flower Pots
Decorating flower pots can be a fun activity to do with your children. They also can be a great decoration for your home or garden just by putting a flower or plant inside. It can be a great gift, but at Lowes, you’ll find the same thing for $3.97.
Clay Flower Pots
Holiday Decorations
Holiday seasons are the best time of year with decorations wherever you go. If you too want to be part of the action then head over to the dollar store and visit the holiday aisle where you’ll find so many decorations for cheap.
Holiday Decorations
Mailing Labels
Mailing labels that have “to” and “from” written on them are usually only found at the post office and they tend to be expensive. At the dollar store, you can easily purchase a package for 10 at an extremely low price.
Mailing Labels
Shaving Cream
You should not be wasting $2.00 on shaving cream at CVS when you can find the same item at the dollar store. Stack up because this product is cheap and running out quick. So what if it’s not a brand, we are looking for something cheap and that works!
Shaving Cream
Advil
When you have a bad headache you often are thinking about the money your spending and instead rush over to the drug store and spend money on a small pack of Advil. Next time, be prepared and go to the dollar store and buy a three 2-count pack for $1
Advil
Balloons
Party decorations are more of a temporary item so why would you overspend at larger stores. At the dollar store, you can often get twice the amount of you normally would for half the price anywhere else.
Balloons
Band-aids
Who cares about the brand names! Save 50% off prices at CVS and get your first aid items at the dollar store only. They satisfy the job and are not overpriced, so why go anywhere else?
Band-Aids
Pint Glasses
Pint glasses, similar to the ones sold in bars, can be purchased at the dollar store for just $1. You can stock up on as many as you want and you won’t be stressed out if they wind up breaking, because let’s be honest, that’s usually what happens.
Pint Glasses
Board Games
You can find the best board games or puzzles at the dollar store and only $1 each! There you will see the same games even licensed products like Disney, but they happen to be $1 instead of $20.
Board Games
Bobby Pins
Bobby pins always end up lost or broken and all girls can relate to this. You know you’re gonna buy them over and over again so you may as well buy a 72 pack for just a dollar instead of wasting your money somewhere else.
Bobby Pins
Bread
Oroweat bread is a product that you probably buy frequently, so it is great that you can find it at the dollar store for more than a third of the price at the regular grocery store. This is great news for you bread shoppers!
Bread
Cleaning Supplies
Brand cleaning products are crazy expensive and are something you always need to buy. Luckily for you, you can find brands like Tide and Clorox at the dollar store for half the price of supermarkets.
Cleaning Supplies
Cookie Sheets
We definitely trust the cookie sheets at the local dollar store because of the crazy craft lady blogger shops there as well. These can be great for DIY tasks and other kitchen uses so go ahead and get your own.
Cookie Sheets
Index Cards
Index cards are something every student runs through during testing periods. You can buy 100 cards at the Dolar store for just 50 cents, or if you prefer buying in bulk, then 12 packs for $6.
Index Cards
Flashlight
While this flashlight is not the best quality, the mini aspect can be great in an emergency situation. They also have a handy keychain and are super stylish and inexpensive so why buy anywhere else?
Flashlight
Flip Flops
Everyone knows that the dollar store is best known for its inexpensive shoes. They are perfect for camp showers, dorm rooms, beaches, or anything that requires a cheap flip flop. They actually have great reviews and people have been very content with their quality and durability.
Flip Flops
Permanent Markers
Leave the name brand behind and purchase a pack of four markers all for the price of one. While the quality is exactly the same, you won’t have to waste all your money on markers that will end up running out of ink.
Permanent Markers