miamicuse wrote:
A typical 8 pack AA batteries at a drug store may run around $7 or $9. But
at the dollar store you can find 8 packs for only $1 with brands like
"Panasonic". What is the difference? I am sure Duracells last longer, but
does it last 8 times longer?

MC



If it is indeed the same battery type, i.e,
alkaline, with a brand name (check the spelling
very carefully), then there is little difference.
In some cases, even if it is an off brand name
there maybe very little difference. I pickup
audio cables for $1 that cost $5-6 everywhere else
(same package). Same with certain kinds of other
audio or computer connectors when they have them.
BTW there are several different dollar stores.

Recently, I looked at a large plastic dust pan
(for sawdust and wood shavings) but thought the
handle was a bit flimsy. Saw the identical item
at Lowes 2 days later for $4.95.

So, there is junk at a low price that sells for a
lot more at other stores and there is good stuff
at a low price that sells for a high price
elsewhere. Don't know where the dollar store gets
its stuff (probably overstock, older models, etc.,
but some of it same brand and quality you would
buy elsewhere. Also, you might look at the
greeting and other cards. My wife says they are a
real bargain.