Our Top 10 Tips to Save Money at Walmart

Written By Coach Meg - The Budget Builder

With SNAP benefits reduced, it’s more important than ever to find ways to stretch your grocery dollars. Walmart is a great option for budget-friendly shopping. Here are some effective strategies to maximize your savings at Walmart.

1. Take Advantage of Rollback Prices

  • Rollback Events: Keep an eye out for Rollback events where prices on select items are reduced. You can often save 30-40% on products you regularly buy.

2. Buy in Bulk

  • Bulk Savings: Purchasing items in bulk can yield significant savings. For instance, buying a 5 lb bag of Great Value rice often costs less per pound than smaller packages.

3. Use the Walmart App

  • Savings Catcher: This feature checks competitors’ prices after you shop and refunds you the difference if you find a better price.

  • Digital Coupons: Access exclusive digital coupons directly through the app for additional savings.

4. Join Walmart+

  • Membership Benefits: Consider signing up for Walmart+, which offers free same-day grocery delivery, discounts on fuel, and exclusive member pricing, potentially saving you hundreds annually.

    • Membership fees: $98 when paid annually, or $12.95 monthy

    • Discounted Memberships are available for recipients of SNAP, WIC, and Medicaid.

      • Discounted Membership Fees: $49.00 when paid annually, or 6.47 monthly.

5. Use Cashback and Rebate Apps

  • Ibotta Rewards: This offers cash back on specific items you add to your account.

  • Fetch Rewards: Similar to Ibotta, this app lets you scan receipts to get specific offers for cash back - redeemable for store gift cards.

  • Rakuten: A cash back and shopping rewards company that even has an extension for your web browser so available deals can pop up automatically for you to select to participate in.

6. Look for Clearance Items

  • Clearance Sections: Always check the clearance section for discounted grocery items. You can often find great deals on products nearing their expiration dates.

7. Utilize Walmart’s Price Match Policy

  • Price Matching: If you find a lower price at a competitor, Walmart will match it. Make sure to bring proof of the lower price to the store.

8. Stock Up on Staples

  • Non-Perishable Items: Purchase non-perishable items such as canned goods, pasta, and grains in bulk when they are on sale to save in the long run.

9. Plan Your Meals Around Sales

  • Meal Planning: Use Walmart’s weekly ad to plan meals based on what’s on sale. This helps you buy only what you need and reduces food waste. Not sure what you can make? Plug your ingredients into your search engine and ask what recipes can made with them for some unique ideas!

10. Compare prices

  • Flipp: This app shows digital store flyers to show what deals are active currently

  • Grocery Buddy: Build your list and plug it in to see the best prices around your area.

By implementing these strategies, you can effectively manage your grocery budget at Walmart and ensure you’re getting the best value for your money.

Coach Meg - The Budget Builder

Financial Coach Meaghan has been interested in personal finance for several years. Gaining her interest early in her undergraduate education, Meaghan received a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, concentrating on management and marketing, and a Masters of Business Administration, focusing on Managerial Leadership.

https://www.thebudgetbuilder.com
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