4 Dollar General Finds That Beat Target for Budget Shoppers
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Kathryn Jackson
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Jenna Klaverweiden
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Savvy budget shoppers know the best deals aren’t always found at big-name stores. In many cases, Dollar General offers lower prices than many other stores without sacrificing quality.
Here are four Dollar General finds that beat Target for budget shoppers. These finds prove that sticking to a budget doesn’t mean settling for less. And for even more savings, check out Dollar General’s digital coupons and cash back when using myDG Wallet.
Also see seven items to buy at Dollar General this summer before they sell out.
Cheetos Puffs
- Price: $4.95
Munch on Cheetos Puffs when craving a cheese-flavored snack. These light and airy puffs are bursting with cheesy goodness. Save $0.44 when you buy them at Dollar General. Target sells the same item for $5.39.
Johnson’s Head-to-Toe Gentle Tear-Free Baby Wash and Shampoo
- Price: $2.50
Johnson’s baby wash and shampoo is gentle enough for newborns but is great for children and adults with sensitive skin. Thanks to the ultra-mild formula, Johnson’s baby wash and shampoo won’t irritate babies’ eyes. Save $0.09 when compared with Target’s price of $2.59.
Head and Shoulders Advanced Series 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner for Men
- Price: $7.00
Head and Shoulders shampoo and conditioner for men is clinically proven to give long-lasting protection against dandruff. This shampoo and conditioner combo is gentle enough to use every day. The 12.8-fluid-ounce bottle at Dollar General has a light sandalwood scent.
Target has the Head and Shoulders combo with a sandalwood scent in 12.5 fluid ounces for $6.99. Shoppers can gain 0.3 ounces by buying this product at Dollar General for just a penny more.
Tide Simply Clean and Fresh Laundry Detergent
- Price: $10.45
No one likes to spend hours doing laundry. Save time and eliminate stains by pre-treating with Tide laundry detergent. It can handle tough stains and serious odors fast in hot or cold water. Dollar General’s purchase price is $0.04 less than Target’s and offers 11 fluid ounces more.
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.
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