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"Walmart is a wonderland for bargain hunters, offering everything from dupes of your favorite fast-food items to new trend-forward, chef-inspired groceries, all at unbeatable savings. Many of the most popular low-priced goods on display come from Walmart's best-known, in-house store brand: Great Value.\r\n\r\nThis private label offers a little bit of everything. From grocery products to home essentials, Great Value provides a budget-friendly way to get shoppers the products they want for a price that they can better afford. But what fans really love about Great Value is that it’s not just a great value, but the food is actually really good, too.\r\n\r\nIn fact, items bearing the Great Value moniker have performed impressively in quite a few recent Eat This, Not That! taste tests, besting even high-profile name brands in categories including frozen breakfast sandwiches and K-Cup coffee pods, for example.\r\n\r\nAs a Walmart fan myself, I've eaten a lot of food from the store. I’ve perused the shelves and compared many Great Value products to their name-brand equivalents. Based on these personal insights and the recommendations of other regular shoppers, I've compiled this list of the best 25 Great Value items you can buy right now at Walmart.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPlenty of Walmart fans on Reddit love the Great Value boxed macaroni and cheese, specifically the thick and creamy variety. While some argue that it can be “hit or miss,” others believe it’s better than name brands. Great Value offers a few different options when it comes to boxed mac, but if you want the best of the best, try thick and creamy or opt for the shells.\r\n\r\nRELATED: The Best New Grocery Products of 2024\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIn a recent taste test, Great Value’s turkey bacon ranked among the best on grocery store shelves—and for good reason. The flavor is “salty, smoky, savory, and slightly sweet” and it got unexpectedly crispy for a lean turkey bacon. An ETNT! reviewer couldn’t get enough of it, which is why it beat all of the competition.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGreat Value’s boxed stuffing mix ranked high in a taste test of boxed stuffing mixes last fall because it has a robust flavor profile and a texture that doesn’t get too mushy—both important factors. Plus, as with all Great Value products, it comes in at a great price point—a six-ounce box costs less than $1—making it the perfect pick during the upcoming holiday season.\r\n\r\nRELATED: 10 Best New Walmart Items You Can Score in September\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNot all Great Value frozen breakfast sandwiches are created equal, but the sausage, egg, and cheese biscuits are not to be missed. These earned the top spot in ETNT's ranking of frozen breakfast sandwiches because the sausage is really juicy and thick and the biscuit is nice and buttery.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThere are a lot of really good cheese puffs out there, but Great Value’s version ranks right up there with the best of them. Fans on Reddit praise this snack, saying its better than name-brand varieties (you know which ones) and even has more cheese flavor.\r\n\r\nRELATED: 18 Best Grocery Snacks To Keep You Full &amp; Energized\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Great Value yogurt—specifically strawberry varieties, but truthfully all of them—is beloved by fans on Reddit. Plenty of Walmart shoppers say the yogurt is “really good,” with one even saying it’s “goated,” aka the “greatest of all time.” It comes in a number of fruit flavors, but you can also buy plain vanilla if you want something simple that you enhance by adding your own mix-ins.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSome people love Great Value’s ranch dressing, while others have mixed feelings, but customers on Reddit largely love it. One commenter simply said it “goes hard” in a discussion about the best Great Value foods. And while another Redditor claimed that the dressing was on the sweet side, others didn’t really believe that was a bad thing.\r\n\r\nRELATED: I Tried 10 Popular Ranch Dressings &amp; the Best Was Tangy and Delicious\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThough reviewers on Walmart's website have noted that the formula on the Fruit Smiles has changed, I still think they’re one of the brand’s best products on the shelf. The gummy fruit chews are sweet and come in the perfect-size pouch for a snack. I love that they’re a more firm chew than a gummy bear—that’s what makes them a top pick for the list.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAcross the board, shoppers are fans of Great Value milk simply because of the price. It’s a budget-friendly option but it’s still a quality product that tastes good. On Reddit and other social media platforms, Walmart fans all say that store brand milk is a staple on their grocery lists, especially with the way food costs keep rising.\r\n\r\nRELATED: The 9 Best Dairy Milk Brands To Buy, According to a Nutritionist\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHere's a solid option for family dinnertime: Great Value’s chicken strips. The cost-effective, protein-packed dish is popular on Reddit, and one commenter noted that they grab a bag every time they find them in stock. A fellow fan wrote that cooking them in the air fryer is best because that gets them properly crispy.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOreo devotees might find this hard to believe, but Walmart brand sandwich cookies are good enough to rival the real thing. These chocolate cookies came in second place during an ETNT! taste test of off-brand Oreos because of the rich, creamy vanilla filling and deliciously sweet cocoa-packed cookies. You won’t regret picking up a pack of these on your next Walmart run.\r\n\r\nRELATED: Every New Oreo Flavor Released in 2024—So Far\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHere’s the thing with the waffles: They didn’t rank super high during a previous frozen waffle taste test, but the tester also admitted that they should have prepared them better. Walmart’s waffles are actually quite tasty, and they have a good crunch on them with the proper amount of fluffiness in the middle, and if you eat them with warm butter and syrup, they’re fantastic.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGreat Value has a couple different salsas to choose from, and you probably can’t go wrong no matter which one you pick up. On Reddit, a few people have noted that the salsa from the store brand is particularly appealing for its chunkiness and freshness. One fan on Reddit wrote that it “tastes better” than name brands.\r\n\r\nRELATED: 12 Store-Bought Salsas With the Highest Quality Ingredients\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFans on Reddit seem to be in agreement that Great Value’s toaster pastries are superior to Pop-Tarts. Of course, you’ll have some people who want to argue, but one commenter wrote that they are “higher quality” than name-brand pastries, while another Redditor insisted that these have “more stuff inside”—and who doesn’t want more stuff?\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTikTok user and Walmart regular Morgan Chomps has plenty of recommendations for great buys at the retailer, including the frozen French toast sticks. In a roundup of faves, she name-drops the product, saying it has the perfect flavor profile. Yet, while perusing the comments, I discovered that the best way to eat these might just be with ice cream!\r\n\r\nRELATED: 5 Foods Worth ‘Sprinting’ to Walmart For, According to a Super Fan\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIn a TikTok of favorite frozen Great Value finds, Walmart regular Morgan Chomps included the breakfast bowls, which she compared to the name brand, of course. She noted that the breakfast bowls offer a “little bit of everything” because there are a few varieties, and several people in the comments chimed in to agree that they often shop the very same breakfast bowls for their own grocery lists.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you’re like me and you love a McDonald’s hash brown, then you need to grab these frozen hash brown patties next time you go to Walmart. Pop these patties in an air fryer for a few minutes and you’ll have the golden brown accompaniment to your breakfast (or just an anytime snack). They’re inexpensive and tasty—what more could you want?\r\n\r\nRELATED: I Tried 5 Frozen Hash Browns &amp; The Winner Was Crispy &amp; Delicious\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhether you’re looking for small curd or large curd, Walmart has you covered for cottage cheese. There are a couple options for shoppers, and all of them seem to be good, if you ask the shoppers on Reddit. One commenter called the store-brand cottage cheese their “go to,” while another praised the texture.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe price of soda is creeping higher and higher (as is, well, everything), but Great Value’s soda remains much more affordable. Even better? It tastes very similar to your name-brand colas, so you won’t feel like you’re missing out on a refreshing beverage if you make the switch to this in the fridge.\r\n\r\nRELATED: I Tried 7 Cola Brands in Search of a Coke Classic Dupe &amp; Only One Came Close\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nEven something as simple as pretzels from Great Value are an excellent purchase at Walmart. One fan on Reddit wrote that they’re “fire,” while another pointed out that the ultra thin variety in particular is a favorite. They’re crunchy, salty, and the perfect snack for any time of the day.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhile reading through Walmart fans’ favorite Great Value items, I saw a lot of people who really like the cereal—and they were outspoken about liking all of the options on the shelves. One favorite that came up multiple times was Magic Treasures because of its nostalgic feel and just how many marshmallows it packs in! A few people said that it even has more marshmallows than its name-brand counterpart and is a sweet and tasty way to start the day.\r\n\r\nRELATED: 10 Best High-Protein Cereals, According to a Dietitian\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWalmart’s is excellent for pantry staples, including canned tuna. A self-proclaimed “tuna fanatic” on Reddit wrote that Great Value’s cans are what they like to pick up when they’re at the store. And if you can’t trust a fanatic, who can you trust? They say they’re “superior” to other brands and have a better flavor.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHaving frozen rolls on hand can be really, well, handy on nights when you want a little something extra with dinner but you don’t have fresh bread. The beauty of frozen rolls is that they last so much longer than fresh bread—and Great Value’s yeast rolls are a fan-favorite.\r\n\r\nRELATED: Texas Roadhouse's Iconic Dinner Rolls Are Coming To Grocery Shelves\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDon’t forget to look outside what you might consider your traditional groceries at Walmart for the Great Value staples. Apple cider vinegar is still an important purchase that can be used in so many ways in your house—and Great Value has a raw, unfiltered option (with the “mother”) on the shelf that shoppers love.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFeedback on Great Value pizza is certainly mixed, but that’s not a surprise considering people are very passionate about pizza. What I’ll say about Walmart’s brand of frozen pizza is that it’s a good option for when you’re on a budget and looking for a tasty convenient alternative to delivery. There are a few options in the freezer section, and they pass muster—plenty of people on Reddit are fans, which means they have to be pretty good."
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