When you are looking for a one-stop-shop mega store with great bargains, you should probably head to Walmart. Walmart is the largest retailer in the world and has earned that accolade by offering consistent ways to save. Whether you visit their lofty big-box retail stores throughout the U.S., their international stores or their e-commerce website, one thing is certain: You are going to be saving big bucks.
Walmart is also known for their huge inventory of available products — there really is no end to what you can find both in-store and online. From great toys, baby gifts, beauty products or pet supplies to computers and lawn mowers, the list is delightfully long. In addition to this massive inventory with everyday low prices, there are additional ways to save even more at Walmart and Walmart.com. Check out our roundup below to learn how to save every time you shop.
1. Join the Walmart+ Program
How: At Walmart.com, you can sign up for Walmart+ membership. Or, you can try it out for free for 15 days first to see how you like it before you commit.
Cost: $12.95 a month or $98 for one year.
What do you get:
- Free delivery from your local store (up to 180,00 items), including groceries, when you place an order of at least $35. This is different from using regular shipping, because items ordered for delivery are fulfilled by your local store and arrive as soon as the same day. Nonmembers must pay extra for this privilege.
- Free two-day shipping with no order minimum on Walmart.com. Other shoppers must spend at least $35 to get free shipping.
- Prescriptions for Walmart pharmacies for less money.
- Save on gas: Save 10 cents per gallon at participating Exxon and Mobil stations and 5 to 10 cents per gallon at Walmart and Murphy gas stations. Plus, access the Sam’s member price at Sam’s Club fuel centers.
- Streamlined store shopping: Use the app to scan and go and spend less time at the register.
Walmart is also known for offering its Walmart+ members surprise benefits throughout the year, including early access to its Black Friday deals.
2. Use RetailMeNot to Find Walmart Discounts
- When you’ve got it, flaunt it! Our company’s mission is to help consumers find the best deals while shopping.
- Add RetailMeNot’s Deal Finder browser extension for free to your browser to get discount notifications instantly, and visit our Walmart store page for up-to-the-minute information on sales and coupons.
3. Shop the Walmart Black Friday Sale
Walmart is known for offering the lowest prices of the year on some of the hottest products during its Black Friday sale — make that sales (plural!) — this year.
- Head on over to BlackFriday.com and sign up for notifications for Walmart’s Black Friday sale.
- Check out the latest Walmart Black Friday ad to get a sense of what kind of deals might be in store again this year.
- Expect loads of ways to save on your holiday shopping list with deals to be found online or in-store. If last year was any indication, you know there will be some exciting prices on electronics.
4. Use the Walmart Price-Match Policy
- If you find a product for sale at one of Walmart’s competitor’s stores for less, you can ask Walmart for a price match.
- Walmart customer service department will grant you a partial refund if the item is identical and in-stock at their store and their competitor’s store. Just make sure to bring in the proof with you, and know that they will grant one price match per day per customer.
- Check exclusions: There are exclusions to the Walmart price-matching policy, so be sure to check those out, and don’t count on it happening for you during major sales events like Black Friday deals.
5. Use Walmart Store Pickup
Can’t get free shipping, but still want to shop online? Use Walmart’s free in-store and curbside pickup options.
- You will save on delivery and shipping fees if you use the Walmart store pickup option at check out.
- Simple: Select your local store, select store pickup — no extra fees!
- Flexible: Store pick up can be done inside the store, or you can opt for curbside pickup.
6. Get Walmart Free Shipping
- You don’t have to be a Walmart+ member to get free shipping. Select items on Walmart.com qualify for free two-day shipping if you place an order of $35 or more.
- Some items can be shipped to your local store for free as well.
7. Use Walmart Coupons
- Visit Walmart.com and click on your store. You will see information tailored specifically to your selected local store (see example above). Click on the tab “Coupons.”
- Once you’ve selected all the coupons you are planning on using, you have the option to click “Print Coupons.”
- Visit RetailMeNot’s Walmart store page for coupons and coupon codes.
- No stacking: Be aware that Walmart doesn’t allow coupon stacking on purchases.
8. Install the Walmart App
- Shoppers who use the app will get up-to-the-minute deals, including easy access to your store’s weekly sales ads.
- Get real-time order status.
- Scan barcodes to check prices.
- Filters: Narrow down your search for products by using filters.
- Personalized suggestions: The app will offer you suggestions based on your purchase history.
9. Shop the Walmart Weekly Ad
- Search “weekly ad” on Walmart.com, and you will see digital copies of their weekly ad, your browser will remember your local store even when you aren’t signed in, or sign in to your account to see your store’s ad displayed more prominently.
- See the weekly ads on your smartphone with the Walmart app.
10. Shop Walmart Clearance Sales
- Take advantage of these fabulous deals often found at the end of season or throughout the year to clear inventory
- In store: Check out Walmart’s clearance sections or ask a sales associate.
- Online: Search Walmart.com with the filter clearance.
11. Open a Walmart Baby Registry
- When you create your baby registry at Walmart.com, you’ll get a free welcome box of baby essentials, valued at up to $40. You’ll also have the option to try out new products.
- Get free returns on eligible registry items for up to one year.
12. Open a Walmart Store Credit Card
- When you open a Walmart credit card, you can earn 5% cash back for the first 12 months when you shop at Walmart.com.
- Earn 2% cash back when you shop at Walmart stores, Walmart fuel stations, restaurants and travel.
- Earn 1% cash back everywhere else.
13. Use Affirm to Buy Now, Pay Later
- With Walmart’s recent decision to discontinue its layaway programs, this is a great option to purchase larger ticket items (with a price range of $144 to $2,000).
- Affirm is an alternative to a credit card. You will be charged interest depending on your credit score. Consider the APR you are offered before you decide if it’s a good deal.
- Look for promotions on Walmart.com. Some items online may qualify for 0% APR with Affirm.
- Customers select their payment plan and pay for items over a period of three to 24 months.
14. Save up to 50% with Flash Picks
- Be sure to check out the Flash Picks section on the homepage of Walmart.com under the New daily finds.
- Some flash picks are just cool new items you might want to check out, but others are on sale for a deep discount.
15. Use Walmart’s Gadgets to Gifts Program
- If you are looking to get rid of old personal electronics like cell phones, tablets, game consoles, voice assistants, laptops or wearables, you can get a free offer on Walmart.com.
- If the item qualifies, Walmart will even give you a free prepaid FedEx shipping label.
- Once the item is received and evaluated, you’ll receive a Walmart gift card.
16. Shop Walmart Rollbacks
- Rollbacks are lovely surprises that happen because sometimes everyday prices actually get cheaper.
- Walmart’s website has a search feature listed under Departments called Savings & Featured Shops. Simply click on Rollback to see all the available products will rollback pricing. This search feature applies a Rollback filter to see all Walmart inventory that has been affected.
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