Buying THE SAME Groceries at the 99 Cent Store vs. Whole Foods!? (cost comparison)

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  • What’s the cost difference of getting the SAME groceries at the 99 Cent Store as Whole Foods? I was SHOCKED! It’s a shame that Whole Foods up-charges 3-6x more for the EXACT same food items. Join me as I take on this “challenge” to find out the different prices between the two stores, as well as highlight all of the amazing plant-based and organic options that the 99 Cent Store offers.
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  • @bambams87
    @bambams87 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I hope the algorithm works in your favor and blows your channel up - you have really quality content that the world should see!! Keep it up!

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aw thank you so much!! You are too kind! I just try to create things that will be beneficial to others

  • @andreateasdale7959
    @andreateasdale7959 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Loved this video. Such a great way to think about the varying cost of groceries and that healthy doesn't always have to be expensive.

  • @Kimmykim2122
    @Kimmykim2122 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Why am I just seeing this video. 😭 I visited the 99cent store this weekend and my mind was blown at the organic and plant based options they provided. From Jackfruit to whole grain rice! Love it. I spent $100 and I know That would’ve been 150-160 at my local organic store! We need a 2024 99cents store comparison

  • @PaigeKosik
    @PaigeKosik 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love your channel! I hope it reaches more and more people... keep sharing ☺🌱

  • @victoriab09117
    @victoriab09117 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm so happy I came across your channel ❤

  • @sarahlaf3780
    @sarahlaf3780 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Super eye-opening video! Love this type of content

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks so much!!

  • @JustTheilogs
    @JustTheilogs ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love how you explain things. Keep up with sharing your thoughts on TH-cam because I can see your channel explode for the better.

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hope so too! thank you so much for the kind words!

  • @vinylastronaut1095
    @vinylastronaut1095 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Loved this so much and that’s a great idea! Shop at the 99 first THEN supplement at your “regular” grocery store! 🤯

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      boom baby!!

  • @ElinevanderLaan
    @ElinevanderLaan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What blew my mind the other day is that I heard this organic farmer on the radio complaining that supermarkets sell their organic products for double the price of conventional, whereas overall, their way of farming is about 10-20% more expensive than conventional farming.

  • @kaceekemper4765
    @kaceekemper4765 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    WOW! You guys are lucky - a .99 store!!!! I am in Southern IN and we have a dollar store (that is now 1.25) and it is junk - all junk - I just went there and only found dried fruit and some detox tea. Everything else was processed heavily, no produce, no full size products (I would have purchased, but it was literally 1/4 of the size). Love this video - hope more see it!!

    • @lola888ism
      @lola888ism ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's the same way in TN. No fresh food what so ever. Most don't even have a frozen food section.

    • @ashleym4084
      @ashleym4084 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same where I live in NY. If you have a 99 cent store like this, why is it even a question whether or not to shop there? Literally I am so jealous.

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      oh wow! so sorry to hear that but thank you for sharing with me!!

  • @kaitlinthibodeaux4956
    @kaitlinthibodeaux4956 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My question is how much does whole foods pay its workers vs the dollar store? Is the cheaper store paying their employees a living wage? Do they have healthcare? The price of items you see on the shelves is not just for the item

  • @miss_m_yt
    @miss_m_yt ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ohh would love to see a video comparing produce between Trader Joe’s, WF, and 99 cent store!

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oooo!! great idea!!

  • @raetheis
    @raetheis ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love this breakdown! Really eye-opening

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was honestly in shock! It just goes to show how a name like whole foods is able to jack up prices!

  • @stephaniedawson2370
    @stephaniedawson2370 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m curious, did you compare the price of the sized item that each store offered, or did you scale prices based on any size differences?
    I’ve noticed that at 99c type stores the items may be cheaper and the same brand, but are much smaller. I’ve always wondered if the cheaper/smaller option was comparable to an average sized item or even a bulk item. Just a thought.

    • @sarathompson3038
      @sarathompson3038 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Watching in 2024 I was wondering the same. There's been a lot of criticism to 99c and dollar tree lately for selling smaller packages and potentially different versions of food (I would even look at the expiration date too) under the guise of being cheaper. These name brands have to be compromising something in order to get their profits...Not saying Whole Foods is the solution either lol

  • @karenglll497
    @karenglll497 ปีที่แล้ว

    love these videos lauren keep it up💞

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much! I have fun making em too!
      :)

  • @thishappycrafter272
    @thishappycrafter272 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Someone else mentioned, this does not incorporate how much Whole Foods pays their workers vs. how much the 99 cents store does. The 99 cents store probably pays low wages and *part* (not all) is the reason for the lower prices. That said, still love this video!

  • @alexandrasvdavis
    @alexandrasvdavis ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really appreciated this 🌱❤️

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate you, my friend!

  • @GraysonGibson
    @GraysonGibson ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need a 99c store in Florida so bad 😭

  • @Kissmytailfeather
    @Kissmytailfeather 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am in Texas and we have Aldi. I have never seen a 99 cent store with fresh produce. Hoping maybe that changes in the future. This video was awesome. Thank you and looking forward to some new videos from you guys.

  • @karlapaz7172
    @karlapaz7172 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey! So all of the amounts at these different discount stores can be smaller in size. I just started watching the video but do watch out for the weight/amount prices. Sometimes you can get more for a better price at the non-discount stores.

  • @kimkhalaj7613
    @kimkhalaj7613 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    99 cent store, always fun to shop and see what they have! Sometimes that have very good organic vegan salad dressings!❤️Nice video!

  • @kateliness2
    @kateliness2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is amazing! 👏

    • @kateliness2
      @kateliness2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Though I will note that our 99 cent store where I live is not that cool LOL 😂

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do have to admit this 99-cent store is a good one!!

  • @bluebonnetgirl
    @bluebonnetgirl ปีที่แล้ว

    This was really interesting. And I love farmers markets despite them being more pricey, but it makes sense considering it isn’t conventional farming. Nothing is subsidized. you’re also feeding and supporting your neighbors and their families. 😊

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      exactly, you totally get it! plus, they are just a lot more fun!!

  • @W3S3333
    @W3S3333 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where Whole Foods shines for me is the high quality cat foods, the hard kombuchas, the specialty energy drinks, the frozen vegetables and the canned foods. Sometimes I get their produce on sale. They have deeeelicous heirloom tomatoes.

  • @susandalton3738
    @susandalton3738 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about adding another row to compare the price of products bought at a farmers market?

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      oooo!!! That might have to be in the next video!

  • @leilani2849
    @leilani2849 ปีที่แล้ว

    I usually look at the sale ads for my more traditional grocery store and then I get some of the other stuff at the 99 cent store. I can always find my kids lunchables there for 2 for 99 cents as other stores sell them for 1.99

  • @amandazacharias4790
    @amandazacharias4790 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live in South Dakota, and was just in Phoenix for two weeks visiting family. Whole Foods is NUTS. I eat organic as much as I can, and shop that way in South Dakota - Costco, Walmart, natural grocers, local health food stores, thrive market.. no place that I’ve ever been is as spendy as Whole Foods. It’s ridiculous.

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      right?? some of the prices are insane!

  • @GlendaMixer-jz7vc
    @GlendaMixer-jz7vc 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Make sure you wash the non-organic food with vinegar or baking soda.

  • @merfamilyasanagallery
    @merfamilyasanagallery ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Go Lauren 🎉🎉🎉🎉
    I am going to that 99 cent store

    • @ReLauren
      @ReLauren  ปีที่แล้ว

      You gotta do it!! A hidden gem!

  • @CosmicLookOut
    @CosmicLookOut ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally get it but tell that to people with a limited income....

  • @kevtran3713
    @kevtran3713 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Original content 🧧

  • @lexycarrillo6270
    @lexycarrillo6270 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Shame all 99 cents stores closed down.

  • @coolestson7547
    @coolestson7547 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Food is expensive, but what you bought was junk food. It's not the same. Better luck next time.