8 Items That Are Actually Cheaper at Walmart Than Dollar Tree

Dollar Tree can help you save money on essentials, groceries, and other items when you're on a tight budget.

In fact, you might go there before other stores like Walmart, assuming that your local Dollar Tree might have the best deals on things you need.

But before you head to the store, check out these items at Walmart instead to save you money.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $1.00 (on sale from $1.24)

Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is an easy dinner meal that's also a perfect staple for your pantry, so you can grab it whenever you need it.

It will cost you more at Dollar Tree, with a box coming in at $1.25, which can add up when buying multiple boxes for your family.

Price: $1.24

Both Walmart and Dollar Tree have different types of candy in stock, including items like a 3.5-ounce box of Junior Mints.

However, Walmart's Junior Mints are slightly cheaper, saving you one cent compared to the $1.25 option at Dollar Tree.

Price: $3.86 (on sale from $4.47)

Blue Bunny makes some delicious frozen treats, including the Blue Bunny Chocolate-Dipped Vanilla Mini Swirls Ice Cream Cones, which you can find in the freezer section of either Walmart or Dollar Tree.  They are also currently on sale, helping you save money on Walmart essentials.

You may enjoy your special dessert treats more when you buy them at Walmart than at Dollar Tree, which will charge you $5.00 for the same box of eight mini cones.

Price: $4.33 (on sale from $4.82)

A classic pepperoni pizza makes the whole family happy when you need a quick dinner option. It's also a good base for other ingredients like green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and more.

However, you'll spend more when paying $5.00 for the same pizza at Dollar Tree.

Price: 97 cents

You may be surprised to find that some party supplies are actually cheaper at Walmart than at Dollar Tree.

Take the Way to Celebrate! Red Paper Dinner Plates, for example. These plates at Walmart come to 97 cents for 20 paper plates, while Dollar Tree carries 24 paper plates in the same nine-inch size for $1.25.

For some items, it's important to compare them at a per-unit cost. In this case, Walmart costs less than five cents per plate, while Dollar Tree's plates cost slightly more than five cents per plate.

Price: $1.00

Sometimes, you need to replace your toothbrush because your old one is worn out or you forgot to pack it for a trip.

Walmart has you covered with a Colgate toothbrush for only $1 that you can grab without busting your wallet compared to $1.25 for a similar Colgate toothbrush at Dollar Tree.

Price: $6.98

Add some fish to your freezer with the Gorton's Crispy Battered Fish Fillets. There are 10 fillets in a resealable bag at Walmart to have plenty for the family.

You can get Gorton's fish fillets at Dollar Tree that cost $5.00, and they come in a pack of six fillets and not ten fillets. So, you'll be spending more money on a per-fillet basis to feed your family.

Dollar Tree can be a good choice to keep some cash in your wallet but be aware that you won't automatically save money on groceries when you shop there instead of Walmart.

It's also a good idea to create a shopping list before you go and check the prices online to see if you're really getting a good deal on Dollar Tree items compared to other stores. Remember to compare prices per unit, as Dollar Tree may have smaller options.