14 Family Dollar Finds That Beat Walmart's Prices Every Time

You're always looking for the best bargains. Sometimes, that means you can put extra cash in your pocket after shopping at a big-box retailer. But other times, dollar stores have the better deals.  

We compared Walmart and Family Dollar's prices to see which one had the most budget-friendly steals. And in a cash-saving showdown, Family Dollar was our winner.

What Family Dollar finds beat Walmart's prices every time? Keep reading for more info on the most affordable items to snag right now.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $5

Transform your tablescape with these delightful 10.5-inch dinner plates. The sleek ceramic design has a classic style that coordinates with almost any place setting.

Get four for $5 at Family Dollar. A single 10.39-inch Mainstays stoneware plate costs $2.96 at Walmart.

Price: $10

Make tea time an elegant event with a stylish silver kettle. This pick flawlessly combines form and function, getting whistles and whistling when your favorite hot beverage is ready.

Priced at just $10, the Family Dollar deal is a steal. Walmart sells a similar selection from the retailer's private-label home line (Mainstays) for over $12.

Price: $6

With benefits like weight management, blood sugar regulation, and improved digestion, it's understandable why apple cider vinegar gummies are trending right now. But if you don't want to pay a high price for this OTC item, Family Dollar is the place to shop.

The 30-count is a bargain for $6. In comparison, Walmart sells a 60-count of brand-name Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies for $14.98.

Price: $6

Magically transport yourself to the tropics with this three-wick 13-ounce Coconut Breeze candle. The elegant glass jar features a sophisticated metallic lid that makes it stand out from the pack.

Nab this Family Dollar deal for $6. A Salted Coconut Mahogany 12-ounce candle from Better Homes and Gardens will set you back $10.87 at Walmart.

Price: $6

Care for and hydrate your skin without breaking the bank on overpriced beauty products. Family's Dollar's $6 find is formulated with hyaluronic acid to soothe and moisturize.

Walmart sells the same size container (12 ounces) of Equate's Hyaluronic Acid Facial Cream for $9.97.

Price: $14

Keep the sun out and insulate your windows. This duo of 37-by-84-inch 100% polyester window panels blocks light and improves your home's energy efficiency.

Walmart sells a single blackout textured slub curtain from Mainstays for $11.97. While Family Dollar's price is higher, you'll get two for $14.

Price: $10

Why overpay for pricey pods when you could get this 42-count of generics (in Moonlight Magic scent) for $10? This generic pick whitens, fights stains, and leaves behind a fresh fragrance.

Gain's 3-In-1 Original Scent Pacs cost $9.94 at Walmart, but you'll only get 31 for that price.

Price: $6

Stock up on this bathroom staple and save. Priced at $6 each, this plush, absorbent item is a bargain buy. For reference, Walmart sells Better Homes & Gardens Signature Soft Cotton bath towels for $8.96.

Price: $5

Fight frizz and tame unruly tresses with this rich, hydrating cleanser. The 13-ounce bottle is a must-have beauty buy for $5. Walmart charges $6.97 for Maui Moisture's Heal and Hydrate Shampoo (also a 13-ounce bottle).

Price: $5

We spotted this bulk buy at Family Dollar, and for $5, it's a can't-miss deal. Get 47 of the flap tie 13-gallon kitchen bags for one low price. While Glad's ForceFlex Kitchen Bags do have an easy-to-use drawstring, you'll pay more for the added convenience. Walmart sells the smaller 40-count box for $9.97.

Price: $4

Rest and relax on this frugal, but fluffy, bed pillow. For $4, the standard-sized pick is a budget-friendly buy. Walmart sells a similar style from Serta for more than $10.

Price: $3

Greet guests and keep your floors clean. These affordable 18-by-24-inch accents are a wallet-friendly find for $3 each. Walmart's version costs $1.98 more.

Price: $2.50

Erase undereye circles and brighten your complexion with this beauty buy. One Family Dollar shopper raved, "Does not leave my face oily or dry. My favorite concealer thus far."

How much can you save at the dollar store? Compare $2.50 for 0.28 ounces to $5 for a 0.21-ounce tube of E.L.F.'s Soft Glam Satin Concealer at Walmart.

Price: $1.50

Prep for a party and pick up this 48-count pack for $1.50. While we're fans of the bold blue hue, you can score this heavy-duty cutlery (16 spoons, 16 forks, and 16 knives) in a rainbow of other colors.

A 24-piece set from Walmart's Way To Celebrate store brand costs $1. At that price, you'll pay $0.50 more to get Family Dollar's quantity.

When it comes down to it, in today's economy, comparison shopping is absolutely essential. And while Walmart offers plenty of bargains, these Family Dollar finds are even more affordable.

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