‘Bargain’ shouting shoppers rush to buy the Oodie dupe £70 cheaper than original
SAVVY shoppers are rushing to buy an Oodie dupe that’s £70 cheaper than the original, at a little-known bargain supermarket.
Oodies are designed to keep you warm and comfortable at home without having to turn up the thermostat.
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However, they can cost you quite a penny, with some costing up to £74 for full price.
One savvy shopper posted a photo of a cheap Oodie dupe they found at supermarket Farmfoods for just £4.99.
In the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains they wrote: “I went to Farmfoods for cheesy pasta and came home with an Oodie.
“How could you not, for £4.99? It’s so cozy and very spacious.”
Fellow bargain hunters on social media rushed to the comments to share their thoughts on the find.
One wrote: “I have one of those too! I was skeptical because it came in an airtight bag, but wow!!
“Super comfortable and large. Definitely a bargain!!”
Another said: “It’s beautiful.”
While a third added: “I got one yesterday too. Mine is gray with stars, so comfortable.”
This deal was at Farmfoods in Bo’ness, Scotland, so if you’re considering going to your local store, remember that there’s no guarantee it will be in all stores.
You can find your local Farmfoods using the locator on the supermarket’s website.
While it’s tempting to pick up a bargain, keep in mind that you’ll only save money if you need it in the first place.
Buying something just because it’s on sale won’t necessarily save you money.
It’s also good to shop around, especially at this time of year, as prices and stock levels can change daily.
The Sun used Oodie dupes from Primark, Asda and Silentnight to prevent the heating from coming on.
While we think £4.99 for an Oodie will be a hard price to beat, we’ve had a look around online to see what other retailers have to offer.
Dunelm is currently selling a leopard print Oodie for £4.50, reduced from £18, which is slightly cheaper than the Farmfoods deal.
But remember that if you want to order it online, you will have to add a small fee for delivery.
Marks and Spencer sells a variety of hooded blankets ranging from £25 to £59.
Keep in mind that you often have more choice in the store, so it’s worth keeping an eye out when you’re out.
Meanwhile, shoppers are rushing to buy a £3 energy-saving essential from Home Bargains to dry laundry at super speed.
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How can I save on my supermarket shopping?
There are plenty of ways to save money at your grocery store.
You can look for yellow or red stickers on products, which indicate when they are discounted.
If the food is fresh, eat it quickly or freeze it for another time.
Making a list should also save you money because you’ll be less likely to make hasty purchases when you go to the grocery store.
Choosing your own brand can be an easy way to save hundreds of dollars a year on your food bill, too.
This means ditching the ‘best’ or ‘luxury’ products and instead opting for ‘own’ or value-for-money lines.
Many supermarkets have shaky fruit and vegetable programs where you can get cheap prices if they are misshapen or imperfect.
For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering 5kg boxes of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50.
If you’re on a low income and a parent, you could potentially get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers, which you can also use at the supermarket.
In addition, many municipalities offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.
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