These are the groceries that are cheaper to buy online - SFGate

Convenience aside, there are plenty of groceries that just make more economic sense to have delivered. Like olive oil. Seriously, it’s so much cheaper.

Iberia Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sunflower Oil Blend (2 Liter) High Heat Frying, All Purpose Cooking Oil, Baking & Deep Frying Oil from Spain, Kosher - amazon.com

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There are other examples too. I’ve organized them into a list.

Your favorite condiments

Most ketchups, mustards, hot sauces, and other condiments come in itty-bitty bottles because that’s what makes sense on the dinner table: You’re only going to use a drop or two, maybe a splash if you’re feeling dangerous, and there’s no reason to clutter up your dining experience with a two-gallon jug.

But if you have a favorite condiment that you “put on everything” (like me and Frank’s Red Hot) then buying a new itty-bitty bottle every week is just throwing money (not to mention plastic) in the garbage, so you may as well invest in that two-gallon jug… plus a normal-sized bottle that you regularly refill.

Those jugs aren’t normally in stock at local grocery stores, but the internet has warehouses full of them.

Heinz Bulk Ketchup Jug (114 oz Containers, Pack of 6)

Heinz Bulk Ketchup Jug (114 oz Containers, Pack of 6) - amazon.com

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French's Classic Yellow Mustard, 105 oz

French's Classic Yellow Mustard, 105 oz - amazon.com

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Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce, 1 Gal

Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce, 1 Gal - amazon.com

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Cholula Original Hot Sauce | 64 Ounce Bottle

Cholula Original Hot Sauce | 64 Ounce Bottle | Crafted with Mexican Peppers and Signature Spice Blend | Gluten Free, Kosher, Vegan, Low Sodium, Sugar Free | Best Thing to Ever Happen to Food - amazon.com

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The Original Louisiana Brand Original Hot Sauce

The Original Louisiana Brand Original Hot Sauce, 1 Gallon - amazon.com

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Organic Vermont Maple Syrup

Hidden Springs Organic Vermont Maple Syrup, Grade A Dark Robust (Formerly Grade B), 64 oz, 1 Half gallon, Family Farms, BPA-free Jug - amazon.com

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Nova Maple Syrup - Pure Grade-A Maple Syrup

Nova Maple Syrup - Pure Grade-A Maple Syrup (Gallon) - amazon.com

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Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt - 2 lb. Bag

Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt - 2 lb. Bag Coarse Grain - For Grinders and Salt Mills - amazon.com

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Snack bars

There’s a reason snack bars are kept in stock in the check out aisle: they’re a classic impulse purchase, and people are at their most vulnerable to impulse when they’re tired at the end of a long day spent shopping.

So if you keep buying snack bars, then buddy, it’s time to get your life together. Pick out your favorites, save money by buying them in bulk, and then just have them ready whenever you need them. Easy-peasy.

KIND Bars, Maple Glazed Pecan and Sea Salt

KIND Bars, Maple Glazed Pecan and Sea Salt, Gluten Free, Low Sugar, 1.4 Ounce Bars, 24 Count - amazon.com

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Chewy & Chewy Dipps

Chewy & Chewy Dipps - amazon.com

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CLIF BAR - Energy Bars - Best Sellers Variety Pack

CLIF BAR - Energy Bars - Best Sellers Variety Pack - (2.4 Ounce Protein Bars, 16 Count) (Packaging and Assortment May Vary) - amazon.com

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Kellogg's Nutri-Grain, Soft Baked Breakfast Bars, Cherry

Kellogg's Nutri-Grain, Soft Baked Breakfast Bars, Cherry, Made with Whole Grain, 8 Count (10.4 oz) (Pack of 6- total 48 bars) - amazon.com

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Quaker Baked Squares, Soft Baked Bars, Strawberry & Blueberry

Quaker Baked Squares, Soft Baked Bars, Strawberry & Blueberry (20 Pack)Packaging May Vary - amazon.com

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Quaker Chewy Granola Bars

Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, 25% Less Sugar, 3 Flavor Variety Pack, (58 Pack) - amazon.com

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Diet or specialty foods

Certain foods come with specific labels like “All natural,” “GMO-Free,” “Nut-Free,” “0% fat,” “Arsenic-Reduced” or whatever. Some of these labels are more legitimate than others (most foods are “all natural”) but all of them hike up the price, since specialty foods are harder for supermarkets to source, more difficult to keep in stock because of their niche-market, and usually expire on the shelf rather quickly.

That’s why it probably makes more sense for you to just buy them online.

Naturevibe Botanicals Organic Fennel Seeds 1lb

Naturevibe Botanicals Organic Fennel Seeds 1lb, Foeniculum Vulgare | Gluten Free & Non-GMO | Adds Flavor | Add to Healthy snacks - amazon.com

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TASTY Non-GMO Grass-Fed Beef Sticks Gluten Free MSG Free Nitrate Nitrite Free Paleo Snacks Keto Healthy Natural Meat Sticks

TASTY Non-GMO Grass-Fed Beef Sticks Gluten Free MSG Free Nitrate Nitrite Free Paleo Snacks Keto Healthy Natural Meat Sticks - amazon.com

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Enjoy Life Soft Baked Cookies Variety Pack, Soy Free, Dairy Free, Non GMO, Gluten Free, Vegan, Nut Free Cookies, 6 Boxes

Enjoy Life Soft Baked Cookies Variety Pack, Soy Free, Dairy Free, Non GMO, Gluten Free, Vegan, Nut Free Cookies, 6 Boxes - amazon.com

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Free 2b Chocolate Sun Cups Minis, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free and Soy-Free

Free 2b Chocolate Sun Cups Minis, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free and Soy-Free - 4.2 Oz (Pack of 3) - amazon.com

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Really Great Food Company – Gluten Free Pancake & Waffle Mix - 16 ounce box - No Nuts, Soy, Eggs, Dairy - Vegan , Kosher, Non-GMO and Plant Based

Really Great Food Company – Gluten Free Pancake & Waffle Mix - 16 ounce box - No Nuts, Soy, Eggs, Dairy - Vegan , Kosher, Non-GMO and Plant Based - amazon.com

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King Arthur Flour, Measure for Measure Flour, Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher, 3 Pounds

King Arthur Flour, Measure for Measure Flour, Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher, 3 Pounds (Packaging May Vary) - amazon.com

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Orgain Organic Plant Based Protein Bar, S'Mores - Vegan, Gluten Free, Non Dairy, Soy Free, Lactose Free, Kosher, Non-GMO, 1.41 Ounce, 12 Count

Orgain Organic Plant Based Protein Bar, S'Mores - Vegan, Gluten Free, Non Dairy, Soy Free, Lactose Free, Kosher, Non-GMO, 1.41 Ounce, 12 Count (Packaging May Vary) - amazon.com

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Toilet paper and paper towels

This is actually a pretty smart use of Amazon’s Subscribe & Save feature since most people are pretty consistent with how they use these products. If you used one roll of paper towels per week in September, that rate will probably stay pretty consistent through August.

Angel Soft Professional Series Premium 2-Ply Embossed Toilet Paper

Angel Soft Professional Series Premium 2-Ply Embossed Toilet Paper by GP PRO (Georgia-Pacific), 16880, 450 Sheets Per Roll, 80 Rolls Per Case - amazon.com

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Bounty Quick-Size Paper Towels, White, 8 Family Rolls

Bounty Quick-Size Paper Towels, White, 8 Family Rolls = 20 Regular Rolls - amazon.com

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Coffee, coffee-pods, and energy drinks

Coffee is another product that is cheaper in bulk, can last a good long while if cared for properly, and is used consistently. Just like toilet paper, in fact.

Peet's Coffee Big Bang, Medium Roast Ground Coffee, 18 oz

Peet's Coffee Big Bang, Medium Roast Ground Coffee, 18 oz - amazon.com

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Keurig Coffee Lovers Collection Variety Pack, Single-Serve Coffee K-Cup Pods Sampler, 60 Count

Keurig Coffee Lovers Collection Variety Pack, Single-Serve Coffee K-Cup Pods Sampler, 60 Count - amazon.com

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Red Bull Energy Drink, 8.4 Fl Oz (24 Count)

Red Bull Energy Drink, 8.4 Fl Oz (24 Count) - amazon.com

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Healthy beverages

You probably heard that Millennials are killing soda but you may not have realized that they’re also saving healthy drinks. And not just protein smoothies – healthy drinks too! And since people are more likely to buy those drinks online than in physical stores for a bevy of strange psychological reasons, you can usually find hefty discounts when shopping for healthy soda-alternatives online.

Aspire Healthy Energy Drink 12 Piece Variety Pack

Aspire Healthy Energy Drink 12 Piece Variety Pack - amazon.com

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SoBeWater Variety Pack, 20 Fl Oz, 12 Count

SoBeWater Variety Pack, 20 Fl Oz, 12 Count - amazon.com

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V8 +Energy, Healthy Energy Drink, Natural Energy

V8 +Energy, Healthy Energy Drink, Natural Energy from Tea, Pomegranate Blueberry, 8 Ounce Can (Pack of 24) - amazon.com

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Sparkling Ice Purple Variety Pack

Sparkling Ice Purple Variety Pack, 17 fl oz, 12 count (Black Raspberry, Cherry Limeade, Orange Mango, Kiwi Strawberry) - amazon.com

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Bai Flavored Water, Rainforest Variety Pack

Bai Flavored Water, Rainforest Variety Pack, Antioxidant Infused Drinks, 18 Fluid Ounce Bottles, 12 Count, 3 Each of Brasilia Blueberry, Costa Rica Clementine, Malawi Mango, Sumatra Dragonfruit - amazon.com

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Baby food, diaper, and wipes

Yes, baby food is cheaper in bulk, but it’s also such an incredible convenience to buy baby food online when you’re spending all your time caring for that baby that’s going to eat it.

Gerber Purees 2nd Foods Veggie & Fruit Variety Pack

Gerber Purees 2nd Foods Veggie & Fruit Variety Pack, 8 Ounces, Box of 16 (Packaging May Vary) - amazon.com

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Diapers Newborn/Size 1

Diapers Newborn/Size 1 (8-14 lb), 198 Count - Pampers Swaddlers Disposable Baby Diapers, ONE MONTH SUPPLY - amazon.com

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Pet food

Pet food combines the convenience of buying in bulk with the idiosyncratic necessities of niche shoppers. My cat, for example, needs a specific type of dry food to keep her bladder happy. That food is cheaper in bulk, only available at certain pet stores, and I don’t own a car. So.

Purina Fancy Feast Variety Pack Wet Cat Food

Purina Fancy Feast Wet Cat Food Variety Pack, Grilled Feast & Medleys Seafood Collection - (45) 3 oz. Cans - amazon.com

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Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach

Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Stomach Dry Dog Food, FOCUS Sensitive Skin & Stomach Salmon & Rice Formula - 30 lb. Bag - amazon.com

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Pasta, dried fruits and veggies, and anything else you use regularly

Just shop online for everything. Come on, it’s 2020, and we shouldn’t be outside anyway.

Vegetable Soup Mix by Its Delish, 5 lbs Bag

Vegetable Soup Mix by Its Delish, 5 lbs Bag (80 oz) Bulk | Dehydrated Mixed Vegetables - amazon.com

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Stretch Island Fruit Leather Snacks Variety Pack

Stretch Island Fruit Leather Snacks Variety Pack, 0.5 Ounce, Pack of 48 - amazon.com

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Haribo Gummi Candy, Dinosaurs, 5 Pound

Haribo Gummi Candy, Dinosaurs, 5 Pound - amazon.com

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