Dollar Tree declares war on Walmart with bargain prices for summer essentials buyers can't find elsewhere

Daily Mail​

6 days ago

Dollar Tree has declared war on Walmart by offering high-quality summer essentials at unbeatable prices.
The retailer has been offering a wide range of deals this summer on items from swimming necessities to household decorations.
Already famous for its dupes that fly off shelves, Dollar Tree is going head to head with Walmart on can't-miss products that can make any shopper smile.
It comes as the chain completed its $1 billion Family Dollar sale earlier this month after agreeing to sell it to investors.
The sale ends a decade-long relationship between Dollar Tree and Family Dollar that never quite worked.
On top of that, the discount retailer has also been facing tough competition from Dollar General, Amazon, and Walmart, which finished its annual summer deals event on Sunday.
Below are just some of the cheaper summer essential products that are available to purchase online or in Dollar Tree stores nationwide, according to GoBankingRates.
Child swim goggles
Swim goggles are a big essential for children looking to swim in a pool, lake or the ocean on a hot summer day.
These accessories, also available for adults, are only available to purchase in stores.
Most of Dollar Tree's children's swim goggles cost between $1.25 and $1.50 in stores, while Walmart's are typically available to purchase for $3.
Aviator sunglasses
Dollar Tree's aviator sunglasses are available to purchase online and in stores starting at $1.50
Dollar Tree's wire-framed aviator sunglasses have been a hot buy online and in stores, starting at $1.50 each.
They are available in a variety of colors and styles.
The glasses hold a 4.5 out of 5-star rating on Dollar Tree's website and are described as 'amazingly nice for the amount of money spent.'
Similar aviators from the Joopin brand are on sale at Walmart for $13.99 per pair, and can cost as much as $24.
Metallic palm tree balloon weight centerpieces
Dollar Tree's palm tree centerpieces are available to purchase in stores for $1.25
These metallic palm trees are a decorative essential for anyone planning a fun event to celebrate summertime.
The balloon weight centerpieces can provide shine to table setups with little chance of falling.
'I used these as the stand for centerpieces for a corporate tropical event. They were sturdy and really cute,' a shopper wrote online.
While the product is only available in stores, it costs $1.25, which is nothing compared to a typical $10.89 price tag on a similar Walmart decoration.
Outdoor fun sand-n-swim inflatable beach ball
Inflatable beach balls could possibly be one of the biggest must-have toys of the summer that are fit for all ages.
However, unlike most retailers, 20-inch beach balls at Dollar Tree start at just $1.25 at select locations.
Most of these beach balls at Walmart start at $5, but some of the 20-inch toys are available for prices starting at $2.64 on its website.
Pink plastic flamingos
Customers have spoken highly of Dollar Tree's plastic flamingos, which start at $1.25
Customers interested in adding a touch of pink to their lawns can pick up a $1.25 plastic flamingo at Dollar Tree.
The whimsical creatures have over a 4-star rating on the retailer's website from customers hoping the products will be restocked at their local stores.
'These fabulous pink plastic Flamingos are worth the small price for the shocked glances you'll get after secretly sneaking them into your friends and family's yards to surprise them in the morning with an entire flock of pink flamingos,' a shopper wrote.
Walmart has similar plastic flamingos from other brands, many of which start at 10 inches and not 13.5 like Dollar Tree's.
Joyfy-brand's 2-pack of 10 inch pink flamingos are on sale for $10.60 at Walmart.