If you love the look, feel, or vibe of those premium brands, but not the price tag, you're not alone.
Dupes are not just a trend. They're a way of life for many to find alternatives that are exact or similar but cost less than name-brand products. Dupes don't necessarily mean that they have the same ingredients. Some might, so read the labels carefully if you're looking for that information.
We decided to challenge ourselves to find some of the best dupes at Walmart, because who doesn't like saving money while shopping?
Great Value sweet Hawaiian rolls $2.38
Hawaiian sweet rolls are great for side dishes or making mini sandwiches. They can be paired with main entrees or used as a delicious option for holiday tables. A recent shopper stated, "As good if not better than the known brand name. You save a little money and get a perfect product. Needless to say, they will stay on my shopping list."
The Great Value dupes are cheaper than the name-brand option, King's Hawaiian Sweet Rolls, which is priced above $4.00.
Both options come in 12-ounce packages with 12 rolls. And, the dupes do have twenty fewer calories per roll!
Great Value cream cheese $1.56
Cream cheese is a great staple to keep on hand. It can be used in desserts, as a dip, or as a spread on crackers and toast. One customer stated, about the Great Value cream cheese, "This cream cheese is pretty much identical to the main name brand."
Philadelphia cream cheese is almost twice as expensive at $2.98. Both options are 8 ounces. They are also similar in terms of ingredients.
Great value powdered sugar mini donuts $1.97
Is there anything better than mini donuts covered in powdered sugar? Great Value powdered sugar donuts are affordable, delicious, and perfect for sharing. This package contains 20 donuts. One happy customer said, "I honestly don't do many reviews, but don't sleep on these. They are so much better than Lil Debbie's or Hostess in my opinion."
The Hostess powdered mini donuts have only 15 donuts and cost more. The bag is priced at $2.48.
Both bags are 10 ounces in size.
Great value buttery round crackers $2.48
There's no denying the goodness of buttery crackers. Dippers, snacks, or stackers, it all works. The Great Value cracker dupes offer a budget-friendly choice with a buttery flavor. One five-star review said, "I absolutely love these crackers. I've tried quite a few different brands, including other store brands, and these are by far the best crackers out of all of them."
Ritz crackers cost quite a bit more ($3.98) for the same size package as the dupes.
Great Value Dr. Thunder $1.00
At first glance, these two products even look similar. Great Value Dr. Thunder is a great price point, for only $1.00 for a 2-liter bottle. This shopper is hooked. "You can't beat the price of $1 for a 2-liter of a carbonated drink that tastes like Dr. Pepper!!! We buy 10 to 12 at a time for home delivery."
Dr. Pepper also comes in a 2-liter bottle, and is currently priced at $1.66.
Great Value chocolate chip mini muffins $2.78
Households might be divided as to whether these are breakfast food or a snack, but one thing is for sure. The Great Value chocolate chip mini muffins come with five packages full of mini goodness. One happy customer said, "These are better than the brand name! They have more flavor and are softer."
The Little Bites chocolate chip muffins also come in five packages, but cost $3.98 each.
Great Value bowlz tortilla chip dippers $1.97
Great Value bowlz tortilla chips are a fun way to dip into salsa, cheese, or guacamole. One rave review stated, "I was surprised these tasted so good. Like them better than Tostitos scoops. These are less oily. Very good crunch."
Tostitos scoops are a popular choice, but come with a much bigger price tag of $4.48, which is more than double the price of the Great Value deal. The bags are the same size and contain similar ingredients.
Great Value stack attack original potato crisps $1.50
Grab a container of these Great Value stack attack chips the next time you're at the store. You can get a variety of flavors like original, sour cream and onion, cheddar, and BBQ. The resealable canister is great for traveling and portion control. One fan said, "They were great. Wonderful alternative to Pringles. They are just as good."
Pringles chips are similar in flavor but cost $2.00. Both options are 5.2 ounces.
Great Value chewy protein bar $2.94
It's important to get protein daily, and these Great Value protein bars are a simple way to add a quick boost of 10 grams of protein. They're chewy and loaded with peanut butter and chocolate flavor. One shopper said, "I love these protein bars, they taste just like peanut butter and chocolate."
Nature Valley protein bars also have 10 grams of protein, but cost $3.98.
Great Value medium 100% Arabica roast ground coffee pods $29.97
These Great Value ground coffee pods come in a pack of 100 and are medium roast. They work well with Keurig machines and are perfect for brewing a single cup of coffee in the morning or when the caffeine craving hits. One reviewer said, "It's funny that I spent so much time trying different name-brand coffees until I decided to give Great Value's Donut Shop blend a try—and I've been stuck on it ever since. This coffee gives me everything I want: mellow (not strong like Starbucks), the aroma is great, and it pairs perfectly with any flavor of creamer I choose."
Folgers coffee pods are available in varying caffeine strengths and come in a 48-count for $29.44. That is double the price, since you would need to buy two to make up for the 100 pods the Great Value product offers.
Final verdict
Dupes can save a lot of money. If you were to purchase all the dupes on this list instead of all the name-brand items, the cost difference would be pretty significant.
For example, the total cost for all ten dupe products is $48.55, compared with $58.98 for all ten name-brand products. The total savings are $89,10.
Buying these 10 duplicate products instead of name-brand products will save you 45% on your grocery bill.
Use this list as a motivator to compare prices and products. The perfect dupe, in terms of flavor and price, is out there waiting to be discovered.
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