Spring is in full swing, and you're looking for ways to save money at Walmart. You don't have to dip into your retirement fund just to shop for the season's hottest styles, tastiest treats, and more. We can help you get your shopping budget under control.
Instead of breaking the bank on overpriced items that you don't really need, check out these 14 finds. Our carefully curated list only includes affordable options priced at $15 or less. From cute capris to affordable umbrellas, here are the top 14 April bargains you'll want to nab ASAP.
Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.
Get a protection plan on all your appliances
Did you know if your air conditioner stops working, your homeowner’s insurance won’t cover it? Same with plumbing, electrical issues, appliances, and more.
Whether or not you’re a new homeowner, a home warranty from Choice Home Warranty could pick up the slack where insurance falls short and protect you against surprise expenses. If a covered system in your home breaks, you can call their hotline 24/7 to get it repaired.
For a limited time, you can get your first month free with a Single Payment home warranty plan.
Mainstays Spring Honeysuckle Candle
Price: $5.97
Fill your home with the fresh spring fragrance of honeysuckle. This three-wick (14-ounce) textured-wrapped candle is a steal at under $6. Bath & Body Works sells a similar scent for $24.95.
Athletic Works Women's Capri Pants
Price: $12.98
Give your wardrobe a spring refresh this April. Heavy cords and denim will make you sweat on a warm day. That's why we love these cool capris.
The comfy knit pants have an adjustable drawcord waist and are available in a variety of neutral colors like heather grey, black, muted purple, and navy blue. Choose from sizes extra-small through 4XL.
Expert Gardener Women's Cooling Gardening Gloves
Price: $12.97
Pass on plain gardening gloves and snag this low-priced pair. Synthetic leather protects your hands, while the mesh layer stops damaging UV rays and keeps you cool. Other must-have features include adjustable wrists and touchscreen-compatible fingertips.
Milani Highly Rated Anti-Gravity Mascara
Price: $11.97
It's all in the name. This mascara is "highly rated" for a very good reason. The anti-gravity formula provides an instant lift and adds noticeable volume. And bonus, it's smudge- and clump-free.
Mainstays Recycled Resin Planter
Price: $9.97
If last year's planters have seen better days, pick up this recycled resin pot for under $10. The 14-inch-wide accent has easy knockout drainage holes and can hold up to 4.04 gallons of soil.
What do shoppers think? Walmart customer "SD" gave this deal five stars, writing, "These are surprisingly lonely! Superb for the price...Extremely sturdy and well-made, very smooth edges."
Kinder's Habanero Pineapple Barbecue Rub and Seasoning
Price: $4.97
Grilling season is finally here. And Walmart has a supersized selection of seasonings, like this habanero pineapple rub. The sweet-and-spicy MSG-free combo brings the perfect amount of heat, giving everything from steak to veggies an extra-special kick.
Ozark Trail Soft Sided Cooler
Price: $7.11
Are you planning an outdoor adventure? This soft-sided tote will keep your beverage of choice cold for hours. With a 50-can capacity and dual carry handles, this pick is an easy-to-use alternative to clunky hard coolers.
Walmart customer Briana gave this bargain-priced buy a rave review, writing, "Love this bag! It's amazing and holds Gatorade bottles, water, food, etc. Used this for the beach, outside events, sports events, and camping."
E.L.F. Skin Brightest Besties Duo
Price: $14
Your skin deserves a glow-up. And this duo is an inexpensive alternative to specialty store products. The vitamin C-enriched antioxidant eye cream and serum brighten, hydrate, and illuminate your skin for a radiant complexion.
Compare the deal on this dupe to $46 for a 0.5-ounce jar of OleHenriksen Banana Bright + Vitamin C Eye Cream at Sephora.
Mainstays Satin Pillowcase
Price: $4.47
Aesthetics aren't the only reason to pick up this pillowcase. Not only does the satin sheen have a luxe look and sophisticated elegance, but this under-$5 find also keeps you cool on warm spring nights.
But that's not all. The soft material reduces frizz while you sleep, leaving your tresses silky smooth.
Get a protection plan on all your appliances
Did you know if your air conditioner stops working, your homeowner’s insurance won’t cover it? Same with plumbing, electrical issues, appliances, and more.
Whether or not you’re a new homeowner, a home warranty from Choice Home Warranty could pick up the slack where insurance falls short and protect you against surprise expenses. If a covered system in your home breaks, you can call their hotline 24/7 to get it repaired.
For a limited time, you can get your first month free with a Single Payment home warranty plan.
Time and Tru Women's Sleeveless Knit Swing Dress
Price: $12.98
Don't waste money on overpriced outfits from specialty clothing stores. Instead, snap up this chic sleeveless knit swing dress for $12.98. Choose from over a dozen colors and patterns, in sizes extra-small through 3XL.
Equate Sport Broad Spectrum Sunscreen
Price: $8.68
Warm weather means you'll spend more time outdoors. Protect your skin from the sun's damaging UV rays with this SPF 50. The sport sunscreen is water and sweat-resistant (up to 80 minutes), paraben-free, and easy to apply with a single spray.
Score two 5.5-ounce bottles for under $9 this month. In comparison, a single 5.5-ounce bottle from Coppertone costs $11.99 at CVS.
Native Strawberry Matcha Boba Cafe Strengthening Shampoo
Price: $10.97
Strengthen your tresses with this limited-edition strawberry matcha shampoo. The botanical formula hydrates without sulfates or silicone.
Walmart shopper Tammy B. praised this pick, "I love the scent, and it made my hair feel like it was having a spa day!"
Misty Harbor Automatic Open Folding Umbrella
Price: $8
April showers don't stand a chance against this automatic folding umbrella. With 41 inches of coverage, the water-repellent polyester pick is an easy, affordable option.
Customers are snapping up this $8 deal. Walmart shopper Hovitia gushed, "I love my umbrella. I just press a button, and it perfectly opens up wide…I would recommend this umbrella to everyone."
Duncan Hines Dolly Barton's Chocolate Chunk Blondie Bar Mix
Price: $2.96
Dolly Parton's collab with beloved baking brand Duncan Hines includes this decadent dessert mix. Whip up a batch of chocolate chip blondies without scrolling through cooking sites to find the right recipe. Just follow Dolly's directions on the back of the box.
Bottom line
Big-box retailers like Walmart make it easy to keep more cash in your wallet. But that doesn't mean every item in the store is a bargain. That's why we set a $15 price point for our April shopping list.
Are you looking for more ways to save? Along with picking (and sticking to) a max spending limit, swap brand names for private label generics, search Walmart's website for online deals, and try the retailer's Walmart+ membership to score extra savings.
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