There are few things everybody agrees on, but not wanting 38 apps cluttering your phone just to buy basic necessities makes the cut. If you refuse to deal with the hassle of going through apps just to get some savings, there are still ways to save at Walmart and stop wasting money.
Learn the best ways to save money on your purchases at Walmart without downloading a thing.
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Take advantage of their price matching policy
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Walmart no longer offers store-wide price matching, but some locations will still match Walmart.com prices if an in-store item is more expensive. If you want a price match for out of store prices, you can still ask a manager. Just know it's no longer guaranteed and varies by location.
Find the in-store clearance sections
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Did you know every department in Walmart has a clearance section? Start your shopping there to score the biggest savings. Prices ending in .97 or .00 indicate the item is clearance and won't be marked down again. Many of these deals never make it into the app, so shopping in person can still be worth it.
Check for "Rollback" tags
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"Rollbacks" are Walmart's temporary discounts that last longer than flash sales but aren't heavily advertised online. These price cuts can be store-specific, so you'll have to check in person to score the deal.
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Stack coupons and discounts
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Websites like Dealhack offer the latest Walmart coupon codes, and these can be stacked with manufacturer coupons to maximize your best savings. The trick is checking the fine print to make sure the coupons can be combined with other offers.
Shopping pro tip: This month's best deals
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May brings both warmer weather and major sales with the combo of Mother's Day (May 11) and Memorial Day (May 26). Here are some of the best deals to watch for:
- Mattresses, furniture, and large appliances
- Spring clothing clearance
- Garden plants and outdoor furniture
- For grocery savings, consider seasonal produce like strawberries, artichokes, and cherries.
Retailers are already prepping for summer while you're just enjoying spring, making May perfect to save money at your favorite retailers.
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Buy discounted Walmart gift cards
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Third-party websites sometimes sell Walmart gift cards at a discount, which means those savings can get passed on to you. Just make sure you're purchasing from a reputable retailer, as gift card scams are also very prevalent.
Ask for special discounts
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Walmart sometimes offers a military or student discount, so it's worth asking and shaving a few bucks of your total. Senior citizens may also be able to take advantage of AARP discounts.
It never hurts to find a manager and ask before you shop.
Use your Walmart MoneyCard
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The Walmart MoneyCard is a prepaid reloadable card that scores cardholders additional savings through cash-back rewards on Walmart purchases. These savings can apply to online purchases and gas at fuel stations in addition to in-store shopping.
Register for gifts
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Wedding registries and baby registries signify big events, and Walmart can add special perks for registrants. Discounts, free samples and exclusive offers are available for those getting hitched or preparing to welcome a new bundle of joy into the world.
Didn't get everything on your list? Walmart will give a one-time discount on remaining registry items, so be sure to add everything you think you might want.
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Quick tips: How to spot a scam
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Following simple safety practices can help you avoid becoming a victim of increasingly sophisticated scammers. Here are some quick safety tips:
- Verify marketplace sellers by checking their profile history.
- Communicate only through the platform's messaging system, not emails or text messages.
- Be suspicious of sellers who claim PayPal isn't working and suggest different payment methods.
- Only use PayPal's "Goods and Services" option when purchasing. "Friends and Family" does not include buyer protection.
Protecting yourself doesn't require technical expertise, just healthy skepticism and a pause before taking action.
Use the Pick Up Today feature
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Time is money, and you can save both by using the Pick Up Today feature, which allows customers to order online and then pick up the order without having to peruse the store. After you select this option at checkout, you'll get a notification when your order is ready and you just drive over and pick it up instead of having to physically go into a store where you'd likely be tempted to add more things you didn't plan on buying.
Trade in your old electronics
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Dig through that box of retired electronics and see if they can put some cash back in your wallet, or more precisely, a gift card in your email. Old cell phones, tablets, gaming consoles, voice speakers, laptops, and smartwatches can all be traded in to Walmart in exchange for an electronic gift card.
Check the Walmart website to see what your old devices are worth. Some locations even have in-store evaluations available.
Shop early in the morning
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Most Walmarts restock overnight, so shopping early in the morning means you're more likely to get the best deals and sales before anything sells out. It's also a great way to avoid crowds, as there tends to be more shoppers out later in the day.
Check for returns
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Many Walmart locations have steeply discounted items tucked away in the returns section of the customer service area. This is often overlooked by most shoppers, and could score you a hidden steal of a deal.
Buy on day one of a sale
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Walmart has sales every week, including Flash Deals that offer the biggest discounts but only for a limited time. Keep an eye on what's on sale each week and shop on the first day to make sure you get the absolute best pricing possible.
Once the sale items are gone, they may not return so it's worth maximizing your opportunity on day one of any sale.
Bottom line
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Many stores emphasize downloading their app as the best way to get savings, but many customers don't want an app for every single store they frequent. These apps often contain clauses in the fine print that utilize private data collection, sharing, and resale in a way that doesn't benefit the customer's bottom line experience.
Shoppers can learn to make the right moves to save money—even without downloading any apps. And if you're shopping in a store, don't be afraid to ask an employee where the clearance sections are.
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