Shopper Finds Dog Treats for $1.25: WERE GETTING SCAMMED YALL
TikTok user Liz Neptune hit the jackpot with a savvy find, snagging dog treats for just $1.25 at Dollar Tree, a steal compared to the $5.49 she spent at Big Lots.
The video, which has garnered over 2.1 million views, resonates with many viewers who have similarly stumbled upon identical products at dollar stores being sold for a fraction of the price at other retailers.
Liz’s new motto, “ALWAYS CHECK THE DOLLAR TREE FIRST!!!”, echoes the sentiment of many viewers.
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The Consumer’s Dilemma: Price vs. Quantity
Liz pointed out that while the Big Lots bag did contain one more treat stick than the Dollar Tree counterpart, the price difference was still staggering. Quick math revealed that she could have purchased four bags at Dollar Tree for the price of one at Big Lots.
This raises a fundamental question for consumers: is paying a higher price for a slightly larger quantity worth it, or is it more economical to buy more units of a smaller package at a significantly lower price?
The Ripple Effect on Shopping Habits
The revelation has influenced Liz’s shopping habits and those of her viewers. Comments on her video indicate that many have adopted a similar approach, always checking dollar stores first before making purchases elsewhere.
One viewer shared,
“I have a rule when I shop, always check dollar tree 1st.”
Another pointed out that popular products like A1 Steak Sauce are also available at a much cheaper price at dollar stores, emphasizing the widespread nature of this pricing discrepancy.
Quality & Expiry Dates
However, it’s essential to approach such bargains with a degree of caution. Some users have highlighted the importance of checking expiration dates when purchasing items at dollar stores.
One commenter warned, “Just check the expiration dates. At my local one a lot of the treats were expired,” suggesting that the steep discounts might sometimes come with a trade-off in terms of product freshness or shelf life.
Retailers Under the Microscope
The incident has scrutinized retail pricing strategies, with consumers questioning the ethics and transparency of such disparate pricing for identical or similar products. Dollar Tree and Dollar General have successfully implemented a strategy that allows them to offer products at meager prices.
A significant part of this strategy involves using private-label products manufactured and sold exclusively for these stores, enabling them to be procured and sold at lower prices. Private labels, used by various retailers from Costco to Trader Joe’s, allow these stores to sell products for less, providing a better handle on margins and offering unique items that hedge against competitors.
Furthermore, private-label brands are often heavily geared towards millennials and Gen-Z shoppers, who typically prioritize cost and the health and environmental impact of a product over brand loyalty.
The Impact of Private Labels on Consumer Choices
Dollar General and Dollar Tree utilize private labels to maintain low prices, with some of Dollar General’s brands including Clover Valley food, DG Home, DG Health, and True Living. On the other hand, Dollar Tree cleverly disguises its private-label products under unrecognizable names, making it nearly impossible for shoppers to identify which products the dollar-store giant owns.
The use of private labels is not only economical but also strategic in competing with e-commerce platforms. Due to the shipping cost, it’s not economical for e-commerce companies to compete with dollar stores on items costing less than $10, accounting for almost all private dollar-store brands.
Thus, by selling private brands instead of name brands, dollar stores like Dollar Tree and Dollar General can keep prices low, attracting a wide array of budget-conscious shoppers.
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Sources
- openstax.org/books/principles-marketing/pages/12-6-ethical-considerations-in-pricing
- businessinsider.com/why-dollar-stores-are-so-cheap-2018-12#
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