STOP BUYING THESE ITEMS AT DOLLAR TREE!
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Love the shirt Bethany. I have it as well but can't wear it yet because it is 90 this week. I'm definitely looking forward to fall!
Your coupon code tips intrigue me! I don't shop at Target - if you know of several stores with this kind of program, maybe you could do a video on the varied ones? Thanks for all the great content!
I am going to go back through and leave a heart and a thumbs up for every one of your videos. I hope it helps with your RUclips channel.
I actually like those small bags of cereal. They may not be a "good deal" but they're very convenient to take on weekend camping trips or to a hotel room, because they take up almost no room, and won't go stale before you can eat it all.
I like the cereal too because I'm sick of my kids opening one huge box of cereal that cost almost 10 bucks have one bowl and then they decide they don't want to eat the rest of it or take forever to eat it and then it goes stale. So I save ten bucks 😂
Those small things of cereal are at Dollar General for $1. I love this bc they limit my daughter who tends to overeat to the point of sickness. In fact many of the things I used to get at DT, I get at my local Dollar General bc they are $1
The pizza pan with the holes in it is awesome! It really crisps up re-heated pizza, ravioli, chicken nuggets, bread, etc….
My dollar tree no longer carries those..😢
I agree with a lot of the items you featured in this video. Some of my most frequent purchases are the gift bags; including the wine bags and the party balloons and balloon accessories and decorative bows for on top of gifts. You would easily pay three or four times that price anywhere else.
Oh my goodness. Seeing them Barbie beds made me remember making water beds for my Barbies out of zip lock bags, with wash rags for bedding. 😅
How clever!
That’s genius lol
How cute!
Me too ❤❤❤
You’re right Bethany. Comparison shopping is the issue. Not everything at DT is a bargain. But if you only need a small amount DT certainly fills that bill. My dollar tree often is out of stock on items so I still have to shop somewhere else.
I really don’t like when YTs make these type of DT videos. They don’t take into account that not everyone needs industrial size cereal & not to mention many people don’t want their kids eating Lucky Charms- they can buy this as a treat that last a day or two. Others don’t have kids or big families or maybe bring smaller quantities to work & don’t want stale food. Sometimes you buy something you rarely use so it not a better deal to spend more to get more especially liquids that dry up or expire. They sell a glue similar to Gorilla Glue that is in smaller size & is WAY better deal than as it stays fresh. By the time you get halfway thru GG it’s hard & cont squeeze it- the metal is bent & breaking. Last, they forget that if it wasn’t $1.25 people would buy it. I bought zip ties from DT 5+ years ago & still have half about 15. You can see I don’t really need them but they have been handy a few times. Had they been $5 I probably would not have got them as cost wasn’t worth it
@k.anderson5039 She says don't buy the cereal there unless you need a small quantity. That goes with anything there. These types of videos are good for educating those who think Dollar Tree is a good bargain because they're only looking at the price, not the quality or how much you get for the price.
Obviously, you will get cheaper quality at Dollar tree. However, the purpose is to give people on a low budget
the opportunity to buy household essentials, food and personal. I agree with Bethany Walmart is a step up for quality. Presently, Walmart prices have raised with the economy. People have to shop within their budget. Dollar tree has been a blessing to me
I totally agree with you. Sometimes DT is all a person can afford. Like in my case Target(I do love Target) is WAY out of my way. It's just not worth the gas and time to go all the way there. When you have a limited budget Dollar Tree can be a life saver.
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Hi Bethany! I do buy many of the items you mentioned not to buy. For me it works to buy those things because
1. I’m on a fixed income 2. I’m single, so I don’t need large amounts of stuff. 3. I get tired sometimes and don’t want to walk around a giant Walmart. So I know I’m paying for convenience. 🙂
Paying for a conveince...vs best deal...are 2 totally different things
I'm with you. This video points out information that makes sense for a typical family. When we get to a certain age and certain family size, unfortunately, money and even storage space is a bigger issue than cost but Bethany is smart so she knows this. Over all, I love watching her channel!
Thank u was just going to say something similar. I’m disabled and live on a small budget and I live alone. While there are things I wouldn’t buy there like electronics I would buy a lot of other stuff. I also unless I’m in a pinch wouldn’t get TP there. I did get paper towels there for awhile but did find a better deal @walmart. I get 2 ok rolls now for the same price I’d get 2 separate rolls at $ tree and there better. Their still generic but a better generic brand. I’ve also never bought anything out of the freezer section. Since I’m on disabled not only am I on a budget I also receive a small amount of food stamps so I have to be very careful with them and my cash.
Driving around my city is TIRING. Vegas is sprawling and the drivers are nuts. If I’m already at D tree those crappy paper towels will have to do! I will warn everyone about how terrible the garbage bags are though…learned that lesson the hard way.
@@sonialinsey8083 their aluminum foil is awful too
My cousin always gets Dollar Tree paper plates for her kids birthdays. They can't even hold one thin crust pizza.
I used to love Target but I will buy at DT any day, or anywhere over Target, after the trash they’ve done, I will never go to Target again.
Same!
I agree 💯
No Target 🎯
I live in Mississippi and am so DONE with Dollar Tree. We have two practically brand new stores in my area and they stock more "Family Dollar" or the Dollar Tree Plus items than the $1.25 items. The stores always have messy shelves and many items out of stock. It's not worth my time to even go look anymore.
I agree Amy, one has to be selective and look everything over. The items i buy regularly are the spa handsoap dispensers, Puff 96 ct, some candles, childrens colorbooks, stickers and crafts, seasonal items, some foods are a good value but I comparison shop. Thanks Amy.❤😊❤
A savvy shopper knows the best price of things and buys accordingly. Thanks for the tips Bethany.❤
I also got a pint container of Talenti sorbet from DT for 1.25 and the same brand and size at Walmart was 4.35.
People need to remember that the Dollar Tree is for those who cannot really afford to shop at Walmart, Target or some of the others. They do have a lot of great deals better than the others. And, not everyone wants to or can buy in any kind of bulk.
right
There's no set guidelines at who shops where . I know pharmacists that shop at dollar tree , target and Walmart .
I'm unsure who informed you or set your guidelines , but it may be helpful for you to reevaluate your beliefs.
People need to remember that those names Tammy are an uneducated housewife with no self respect as she picks on other people and being a bully and pessimist is her greatest achievement!!
Target and Walmart are not big box warehouse stores . You do not have to purchase anything in bulk there.
I think what Tammy means is not everyone can spend almost $10 on trash bags like the ones Bethany showed at Walmart.
Agree with everything you said Bethany! You must know your prices!
Don't like the video, then don't watch it. She was comparing prices. Get over it.
There are definitely a lot of "Don'ts" at $1.25 Tree for me😝. Regarding the Pizza Pans?
I've been using my same Pampered Chef baking Stone...for 17 yrs., so I've gotten my money's worth😂. There are less expensive Stones at TJ Maxx & even Ross nowadays, but a good 2nd choice is the Air Crisper Pizza 🍕 pan 👍🏽.
Yes!!! I been waiting for a video like this!! I shopped at dollar tree for stuff for along time then started shopping more at Walmart, food for less, and Costco (that last one has always been a big one for me) lol but when I watch your videos, and wanted to buy stuff we either didn’t have it or didn’t work good for it’s intended purpose compared to the other stores! I love this video thanks!
Thank You Bethany for going out your way to do Research for us for Free
With a New Born and Toddler just wanted to let you know we Appreciate
You and God Bless You and Your Family 😊
The seasoned butter beans are $2.46 a can at Walmart so if dollar tree carries them, that’s a much better price.
Electronics are a big NO!! My mom had a charger that started throwing sparks after she pluged her phone in.
Oh No! Thats so scary!
I like the Dollar Tree brand of 2 1/2 Gallon food storage bags, you get five which is good compared to the name brands from anywhere else
Those black rugs are PERFECT to put in areas that kitty's like to scratch at your floor. I cut them in the shape of the doorway in my upstairs and nailed them down with tack nails to protect my rug underneath when my cat decided that's the area he wants to sharpen his nails. Works like a charm
The colorful napkins in the party supplies are also not good to buy. The color tends to seep out when they are used to wipe up small spills. Unless you want colorful streaks left behind on your face, hands, table, ect., don't buy the napkins.
😂 you are right, but some of us don't live near the larger stores.
I only buy the 12oz cereal for 1.25. I buy can veg at Amazon for 88 ¢ a can. Remember DT is mainly for folks who can only afford a 1.25 per item.
Have you check the true temp on your oven ?? The pizza bakes good for me, I place it on middle rack. The toys are very sketchy. I wish there was a Walmart close to me. Thanks so much for doing this, young mothers need this advice. 😊
Wow, your DT gets food we never get 😲 Fun video 😊
Bethany I think you are spot on, you are right about the best deals, thank you for sharing this video for sure, thanks
Thanks so much for price comparing. Love your videos & so happy you have sponsors 🤗
Great comparisons. I always check the per ounce, per pound, or per item price. Toilet paper and paper towels are always my nemesis when trying to do that.
I love and appreciate how thorough you where in the video, with the comparison of price and quality and giving better options ❤
totally agree, some stuff is great but others just aren't worth it
I do not go to Target for anything.
Same
No 🎯
Why not 😮
@@karlar534 they allow men in women’s restrooms & dressing rooms if they identify as a woman
I like buying the 3 inch paint brushes with the wood handle for my husband's job when he does need to paint. He can paint the fence then throw it away at Walmart or any where else the same brush is around 6.00 dollars.
I love that you are honest about the good, the bad and the ugly. Thank you.
To quote Judge Millian's mother: "Lo barato sale caro!" The cheap becomes expensive. Dollar Tree, in my opinion, has gone downhill since they started charging the extra 25 cents. The ones near me are not well stocked and many of the items they carried for years are gone. Good prices on greeting cards, though.
I like to buy the spices at dollar tree. J buy a big bag of Himalayan salt and you can’t beat that at a 1.25! It’s good quality and a decent brand 🖤
I like to buy the little bags of the cereal for my granddaughter she likes variety and I don’t have to end up throwing away stale boxes of cereal
Thanks! I do agree on most these things! Except the garbage bags (somewhat). The large ones are a pass for me, but the 4 gal size for bathroom cans are amazing and so much cheaper than anywhere else around my area.
You make a lot of sense when you have a family to feed. I'm on a limited budget for myself and cat only so for me smaller sizes and prices are fine. It's very similar to buying groceries at 7-11.
Basically we all need to do what we need to do.
You do you!
Love your channel!
⚡️Wow! Bethany, you really do your homework girl!! 🤗 I loved this video. You packed a lot of information and quite a few useful gems/hints into this. Thank you for so much for sharing all of it. I think YOU are real gem 💎 💖🙏🏽☺️
I like going to Dollar tree and buy my candle vessels for my business. They have awesome coloring book, reading and work books for kids that are from Disney, Nicolodian, Marvel etc. I've seen holiday decor that is the same exact replica as Hobby Lobby for over $10 🤯. I love buying their holiday socks, theme dinner wear, small Kleenex tissues, mixing bowl for my pancake batter, etc. When I had a Lego theme party for my son, I bought almost all of my supplies there and some cute Lego toys for the party favors. I love their gift bags, large selection of cards 2 x $1. I've bought my laundry detergent, dawn dish soap, carpet deodorizer. I also love the 99 cents store for my dish sponges and cleaning brushes are wonderful and way cheaper and excellent quality. The Dollar tree and the 99 cents store are a life saver for many homeless people too I've seen them buying bread, bologna, peanut butter, full size shampoo, deodorants, toothpaste, etc and way more affordable than any other store. If I was homeless too, that would be my go to store.
thank you Bethany for helping me get more for my money!!! God bless you for all the years you’ve put in your energy time love and creativity 😊
The HARD NO I’d like to see more people acknowledge is the potholders. I got burned right through one of the ones with a silicon side.
I've purchased Lucky Charms for my grandson from Dollar Tree only because after he has the first serving he doesn't want them again for a very long time.
Thanks so much Bethany for always keeping us informed. Love your videos!
I agree, hard NO on any electronics, most food, vitamins.
I appreciate you and this video very much! I will say that, I work as a social worker and probation officer in a larger urban area. Many of my clients, unfortunately, can walk to a Dollar Tree vs. getting on a bus and spending time (and money) to get to an actual grocery store, or even a Walmart. They don't have the luxury of paying cents less on some of the options. Again, please don't take this comment negatively! I adore you Bethany! ❤ I'm a Dollar Tree lover and try to create many of your Halloween DIYs 😘 Edit: P.S. I agree with you 100% on the lashes!
Hi Tanya! I 100% agree. I talked about that a little when I mentioned 5 below and the headphones. I also talked about that a lot more in a different “What not to buy at Dollar Tree” video. Sometimes it’s about convenience and accessibility. The closest store near me once upon a time was a Dollar Tree. Was a 2 minute walk from my house. If I needed something in a pinch or didn’t feel like traveling, I’d get it from there. The convenience of walking there so quickly was easier then getting on a bus (didn’t have a car at this time) and traveling somewhere else. I understand there’s different circumstances. No offense taken by your comment! ❤ Have a wonderful day. 😊
Some of their items do cost more than the ones you can purchase at grocery stores.
You also have to be careful with the quality of the items.
I love shopping at Dollar Tree, though.
If you figure the oz, ply and other increments you don’t save money. That’s all she is saying.
Some of the electrical is exactly what you pay for so spend a little more and get something better. Research. She’s just giving advice, whether you choose to follow it or not is clearly up to you. ❤❤
I agree with you. Everything you mentioned is a no go for me. Important to let others know this info.
I am just selective when i buy at Dollar Tree. I live alone so i dont need volume in many instances. Its more practical to buy a smaller amount that i will use up (before it goes bad) than to buy a bigger amount at a regular store, only to have it go bad before i can use it all...that is a waste of money in the long run. But.......electronics, toys, rugs, off brand makeup and off brand food items are a no-no for me.
Walmart brand fruit is more than 1.25. So, can fruit price at DT better. Also better price at DT is can Black Olives. 💗
Yes. I usually buy olives at dollar tree.
I bought my 3.5 year old a dollar tree doll/barbie. She’s been seeing doll commercials and is starting to show interest in them. I didn’t want to spend too much on a doll if she wasn’t going to actually play with them
I agree with all your items. Thank you for doing all the comparison work. I would add all the pans are low quality and rust, like the cupcake pans and some of the cleaning products are not a good deal. ❤
Thank you, very appreciated. Also if I may add yes dollar tree only excepts paper coupons, however if you bring your coupons that are cut out it can one heck of a bargain. Just wanted to share that. Again thank you for the information
Seems like so many people are commenting against this video. Obviously they're missing Bethany's point!
She didn't make it to boycott the Dollar Tree, it's just to save you from figuring out what's worth it and what's not if you are not willing to figure it out on your own. Just skip the video, don't comment on it 🤔😉❤️
You’ve got to pick and choose at DT, especially since they went to DT+. Some of the bargains are still worth it, but many are not with the price rise. It’s a good idea to look around though. Sometimes they get in items that are *really* a bargain, things that you wouldn’t expect to see for $1.25.
Bethany, thank you for sharing this video. Has lots of information that's good to be aware of.
Walmart will have $5-$8 Barbie dolls, usually. The face being already squished had me, lol 😂😂😂
Poor gal was crosseyed too lol
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Thank you for that information and your honesty
Thanks for the heads up Bethany much appreciated your the best!
You are so welcome!
The little paper plates at dt are good for light snacks for kids , but I don't like buying them for 1.25. Id rather buy them on clearance if it happens. Sometimes the holiday ones go on discount and then I buy a bunch.
When the only grocery store, hardware store, and pharmacy store are all privately-owned you know the prices are high as hell! Can veggies are 1.35 on sale, frozen 12oz. 1.49 on sale so dollars tree was my go to for most things. Well dollars tree closed so now i have to pay much more. All big box stores are from 1 to 8 hours away from me so not a option. The only other store in my town is family Dollar but it doesn't carry anything that the tree used to carry. I am trying to get a petition going to see if corporate will invest a bit of money and turn that into a dollar tree/family Dollar high breed store.
I agree some DT products in every isle are not worth 1.25 you have to be picky what you get
We use the rubber backed carpets I had gotten from Dollar Tree when I worked for them. They keep the bird food and his accidents off my floor. Yes, I have a large macaw
Well done video. I like that you compared the Dollar Tree prices to mainstream stores. It is also great that you pointed out positive items at DT or stores with comparable items. I’ve always been a Barbie girl and stay on the lookout for Barbie items or items that are the right scale to use for Barbie (1:6).
A toy comparison video would be great too.
Oh ...target prices...i do not shop for fiod st target... Many items much higher than some other stores. But fir a senior citizen and visiting grandchildren...dollar tree is just fine at my home. I've had my $ tree pans gor 3 years now. Use em for pizza & covers for pots to decoration crafts. But i do research ehi has what fir prices. Then im on a safari. Or, delivery 👍👍👍
I really agree with you ! The prices increased ( that extra 25 cents adds up )and the amount in packages....has really decreased! Im older ...yes i do buy some things because im just not up to the walk in wal mart....also theres not near as much to choose from...depending on what part of the country ...you do not get great items...now theres a 3.00. And 5.00 isles....might as well go to a general dollar or family dollar. I agree with Bethany.....
Thank you so much. You really went the extra mile for the unit price comparisons.🤩👍👍
Thank you, Bethany. This was very helpful. Thank you for sharing. God Bless.
I use their carpets for around my cat litter box if they get messed up, I just throw them out
Sometimes the DT stores in my area get really good paper towels but they sell ASAP so if I see them I stock up. Cereal, too, they usually get in big boxes! Most canned veges aren't a good deal, but once in a while they get larger cans (like Libby pineapple or name-brand tomatoes) that make $1.25 a great deal. I do compare prices but also consider convenience and driving time/distance. I don't have a Walmart very near me, and the other days most of their check stands were closed so there was a LONG line of full baskets at one, and people were starting to just leave their full carts behind.
As always you did a great job helping us out!!!! Thank you so much!!!!
Just throwing this out there- The Home Depot has a brand of paper towels Called HDX they are compared to Bounty and you can get 6 GIANT rolls which compared to 15 giant rolls for $13.58 and if you’re in a pinch a single roll is 98 cents. I use to be a VIVA paper towel snob, but these HDX are the best. (IMO)
That dollar tree is so clean!
Thank you for your tips! Appreciate it! 💗
I am currently listening 🎧 to you on dollar tree headphones and I can hear you loud and clear.I stopped buying those expensive earbuds because they would break on me.
Thanks for all the tips! I have used the kitchen garbage bags for a few years and have never had one tear. Usually 10 in a box but sometimes a bonus box of 12.
Thanks for a great video. Sadly, the trip to Walmart doesn't translate for some of us rural folks. It's too far but is cheaper at Kroger and Meijer!
Good advice. Thanks for the tips.
Glad it was helpful!
Tyvm Bethany. I'm with you on all of the items
Thank you so much for these videos. I love shopping at dollar tree. I would see things I wanted to try but always had second thoughts about and you actually saved me a bunch of money. Thank you so much for your time and videos. Bethany you're the best!! God bless you and your beautiful family
Thank you for sharing your tips in saving while shopping.
With the pizza pans you may need to adjust the racks in your oven.
Thanks Bethany - sooo valuable!
I totally agree. Special when people are watching ever penny.
There is a lot of good cereal for even cheaper on Amazon that’s where I get ours and free shipping we get family sizes like in golden grams and cinnamon toast crunch,and others. They also excepts stamps
Great job Bethany. You've become so good as a consumer expert. Amazing.
This is a great video. Loved hearing your little one in the video. Keep up the great work. Love watching Cooper grow. Hopefully one day I get to be a grandma. It will be fun to watch your little girl grow. Take care and may God Bless you and yours.
Well done!! Thank you!
I love this kind of video. Thank you Bethany!
Thank s so much 4 sharing!
Love u keeping us up to date on items at d t , do not buy wind shield shades not good , tore up as I was trying to install
I definitely agree and like your reviews... Thanks Bethany!!! 👍👍👍😁😁😁🤗🤗🤗
So true about the food products, but I watch poor elderly people shopping with their last dollar..because they can’t afford larger packages at grocery stores. It’s so sad.. thank you!
Look I know some things at dollar tree are a better value elsewhere but I’m tired and if I’m already at d tree I’m gonna buy it. Once I was going to a party later on on and I was already at d tree, so for my snack I decided to buy individual bags of skinny pop. Look I know it costs 7x as much but I only have so much energy. 🤣 I would never buy headphones at dollar tree, you’re right about that one.
What a great video! The what to buy videos are wonderful, but we need to see videos like this, as well.
Halloween candy at DT is way more expensive than Walmart. The movie box style of candy at DT I will go for that. The Tylenol and Motrin or ibuprofen at DT is no way. The Equate brand of them is way cheaper.
Such a great informative video, thank you 😊😊😊
I will not shop Target!
For what reason if you dont mind me asking?
What's so bad about Target?
Absolutely LOVE Target!!
Just do some research on Target's inclusive policies 🤷🏾♀️.
Great information!