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Checked Jul 26

Current laundry detergent prices

Compare laundry detergent prices by load count, bottle size, pods versus liquid, scent, sensitive-skin formulas, rewards offers, and subscription options.

Best comparable unit value

$0.09/load

Walmart - Purex Fresh Mountain Breeze Liquid Laundry Detergent, 75 fl oz, 57 Loads

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Checked Jul 26

Current dish soap prices

Compare dish soap prices by bottle size, refill packs, scent, antibacterial formulas, store brands, coupons, and checkout price before you restock.

Best comparable unit value

$0.13/fl oz

Dollar General - Gain Ultra Dish Soap, Dishwashing Liquid, Original, 21.6 Fl Oz

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Checked Jul 26

Current trash bags prices

Compare trash bag prices by gallon size, bag count, drawstring type, scent, flex strength, store brands, coupons, and warehouse packs.

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$0.16/bag

Walmart - Great Value Tall Kitchen Trash Bags, 13 gal, Drawstring, Unscented, 40 Bags

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Checked Jul 26

Current diapers prices

Compare diaper prices by size, count, price per diaper, wipes bundles, subscription offers, pickup stock, rewards, and warehouse packs.

Recent verified price

$4.98

Walmart - Parent's Choice Dry & Gentle Diapers Size 5, 27 Count (Select for More Options)

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Current coffee prices

Compare coffee prices by ounce, roast, grind, pods versus bags, warehouse packs, store brands, coupons, and subscription terms before you buy.

Best comparable unit value

$0.44/oz

Walmart - Folgers Classic Roast Medium Roast Ground Coffee, Limited Edition Canister for America’s 250th Anniversary, 40.3 oz

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Checked Jul 26

Current soda prices

Compare soda prices by pack size, cans versus bottles, mini cans, multipack promos, deposits, rewards, weekly ads, and pickup pricing.

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$0.06/fl oz

Dollar General - Mountain Dew Soda Citrus 12 Fl Oz, 12 Count

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Current cat litter prices

Compare cat litter prices by pound, clumping type, dust control, scent, lightweight formulas, multi-cat boxes, subscriptions, and pickup stock.

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Current batteries prices

Compare battery prices by size, chemistry, pack count, shelf life, rechargeable options, device use, coupons, and Amazon multipacks.

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Current toothpaste prices

Compare toothpaste prices by ounce, tube count, whitening, sensitive formulas, fluoride, coupons, rewards, and Amazon multipacks.

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Current shampoo prices

Compare shampoo prices by ounce, formula, salon-size bottles, dandruff care, sulfate-free options, multipacks, coupons, and subscriptions.

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Current hand soap prices

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Current baby wipes prices

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Current disinfecting wipes prices

Compare disinfecting wipes prices by wipe count, surface type, bleach or non-bleach formula, multipack count, coupons, and warehouse packs.

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Current storage bags prices

Compare food storage bag prices by cost per bag, freezer or storage format, gallon or quart size, zipper type, coupons, and multipacks.

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Current air filters prices

Compare HVAC air filter prices by size, MERV rating, filter count, thickness, multipack value, Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, and Amazon options.

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Current deodorant prices

Compare deodorant prices by ounce, stick or gel format, antiperspirant claims, clinical strength, natural formulas, multipacks, and rewards.

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Current dishwasher detergent prices

Compare dishwasher detergent prices by cost per load, pod or tablet count, powder or gel format, formula, coupons, and warehouse packs.

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Current body wash prices

Compare body wash prices by fluid ounce, formula, bottle or refill format, multipack count, store rewards, and subscriptions.

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Current dry dog food prices

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Current aluminum foil prices

Compare aluminum foil prices by square foot, standard or heavy-duty thickness, roll width, non-stick coating, and warehouse pack.

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Current facial tissues prices

Compare facial tissue prices by tissue count, ply, box format, lotion or sensitive formula, multipack count, and store rewards.

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Current mascara prices

Compare mascara by formula, brush, waterproof status, and tube size before relying on a price-per-ounce difference.

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Current lipstick prices

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Current foundation prices

Compare foundation only within the same shade range, coverage level, finish, formula, and package size.

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Current concealer prices

Compare concealer by exact shade, coverage, liquid or cream format, applicator, and size before rewards.

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Current facial moisturizer prices

Match moisturizer type, active ingredients, day or night use, SPF status, texture, and jar or pump size.

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Current facial cleanser prices

Compare facial cleanser by format, active ingredients, skin concern, bottle size, and whether it is rinse-off.

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Current face serum prices

Compare face serums only when the active, concentration, formula base, dropper or pump format, and size align.

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Current sunscreen prices

Match sunscreen SPF, mineral or chemical filters, lotion, stick, or spray format, and water-resistance claim.

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Current fragrance prices

Compare fragrance within the same scent, parfum or eau concentration, bottle or travel format, and volume.

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Current conditioner prices

Compare rinse-out conditioner by treatment purpose, formula, standard or salon size, refill status, and pack count.

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Current dry shampoo prices

Keep dry-shampoo aerosol, powder, foam, clear, and tinted formulas separate before comparing package size or price.

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Current nail polish prices

Compare nail polish by shade, regular or gel formula, finish, bottle size, and whether a set includes usable colors.

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