I see the BBC article (sort of) describes Poundland as discounters. They are anything but. Most of the prices are either more than you'd pay in Tesco or the product sizes/weights are "trimmed".
Out of interest, I've just had a look at my last Sainsbury's bill. Stripping out the meat purchases, (I don't think Poundland sells meat) my average purchase per item was 91p.
It's no different from the issue identified for the elderly living alone, who buy small tins of beans costing twice as much compared to families who buy 4 large tins at a time. Putting stuff in smaller containers costs more.
It has some absolute bargains, you just need to make sure you don't buy items that you can get elsewhere for cheaper. I bought deodorant the other day for £1, the exact same as what was selling in boots for £2.50. I spent the £1.50 I saved on a bag of 15 x 1p sweets for £1.50! Now who's the fool.
agree with dizzee. if you only buy what you know is more expensive elsewhere then you're quids in. Mouthwash which would cost me £2.79 in waitrose and Dettol cleaning stuff which would cost much more elsewhere. They do, however, make their money when shoppers stray and buy 'stuff' they think is a bargain, but don't actually need!
You need to becareful with the toiletries as they are not normally made with the same level of ingredients as uk products fluoride is one of the items they may contain more of
You need to becareful with the toiletries as they are not normally made with the same level of ingredients as uk products fluoride is one of the items they may contain more of
Too right! I bought toothpaste from there once and when I squeezed it dog shit came out on the brush.
Still used the full tube though, there's no way I'm wasting a pound. No-one spoke or came near me for a few months, but at least I didn't waste any money!
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Tesco: Gross Profit margin - 20.8%
Now, I wonder which store provides the better deals....
Out of interest, I've just had a look at my last Sainsbury's bill. Stripping out the meat purchases, (I don't think Poundland sells meat) my average purchase per item was 91p.
It's no different from the issue identified for the elderly living alone, who buy small tins of beans costing twice as much compared to families who buy 4 large tins at a time. Putting stuff in smaller containers costs more.
Disgraceful.
We get so ripped off in this country!!
Edited to add John Lewis apparently and it's currently only 50p - I'll stock up for next year. johnlewis.com/john-lewis-lametta-red/p1421234
Still used the full tube though, there's no way I'm wasting a pound. No-one spoke or came near me for a few months, but at least I didn't waste any money!
"There won't be any change"
a penny for your thoughts.