A Farewell To CHOP
After weeks of reported robberies and violence, early morning on July 1st, the Seattle Police came to dismantle CHOP.
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Walmart.com 3-Ply Earloop Face Mask, 25 ct. Review and Teardown SKU# 581590534
As the Internet’s leading expert on off brand products and cheap stuff, I’d like to share what I’ve learned on the Walmart.com 3-Ply Earloop Face Mask.
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COVID-19 Facemasks
COVID-19 facemasks slow the spread of the virus by limiting those that are COVID-19 positive, but asymptomatic, from spreading the virus without being aware of it.
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Kroger Microwave Popcorn Review
There’s nothing like a big buttery bowl of Kroger microwave popcorn to compliment an exciting movie or TV show.
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Quit Smoking and Save Money With Nicotine Gum
Quitting smoking will save you money both in the short term and long term. I reviewed the cheapest nicotine gum options available.
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Best Bars Near The Capitol Hill Occupied Protest
Protesting is hard work. Sometimes you need a cold, refreshing beer to take the edge off. Best bars near the Capitol Hill Occupied Protest (CHOP).
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Answering Reddit’s Questions About The Capitol Hill Organized Protest (CHOP) – Part 1
I took to Reddit to round up and answer questions on the new decentralized area known as the Capitol Hill Organized Protest (CHOP).
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Best Restaurants Near Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone
If you happen to visit the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (CHAZ), check out the following restaurants to score some great grub at a great value.
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Save $8.13 On Groceries By Ditching Capitalism in the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone
At offbrandguy.com I’m all about frugality and saving money on the little things. Today I have the rare opportunity to review capitalism itself.
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Tillamook Extra Sharp Cheddar vs. Kroger Cheese
In the Pacific Northwest, Tillamook is the quintessential “better than store brand” brand for many food items on your shopping
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Kroger Traditional Salsa vs. Pace Picante Sauce
I’m a Medium type of guy. No, I am not talking about my shirt size. I’m talking about my salsa.
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Wendy’s 4 for $4 – The Best Fast Food Deal
Wendy’s 4 for $4 meal tops anything else. This steal of deal includes a burger, chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink for a modest $4.
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Saving Money On Meat
Here at the Off Brand Guy we found some strategies for saving money on meat. Pick it up when it is marked down 30% to 50% and then learn how to correctly freeze it at home.
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Economical Eddie’s Deal Of The Day – Bags of Kettle Potato Chips
Rarely, are you able to get three bags of Kettle potato chips for only $5. Hurry over to your local Safeway while this deal lasts.
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Saving Money With Store Brand Cereal Part 2: Kellogg’s Frosted Shredded Mini Wheats vs Safeway Signature Select Frosted Shredded Wheat
In the second installment of this comparison series, we have an all-time classic going up against one of many off-brand
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Economical Eddie’s Deal Of The Day – Red Bull Energy Drinks
The Off Brand Guy never hesitates to cover a good deal on caffeine products. Head on over to Walmart to save on Red Bull Energy Drinks.
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Paying $27.99 for a White T-Shirt? Thompson Tees.
Consider Thompson Tees to prevent excessive sweating. These undershirts have discrete and invisible padding around the arm pit that captures arm pit sweat and prevents it from leaking through, while still allowing moisture and body heat to escape as vapor.
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The Only Good Budget Ice Cream? Kroger Deluxe French Vanilla Magnifique Passes Taste Test
With it’s sweet cream-forward flavor profile, this so-called “Magnifique” French Vanilla is very much an American style ice cream. I was shocked by this game-changing budget ice cream that tastes great.
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Saving Money With Store Brand Cereal? General Mills Honey Nut Cheerios vs Signature Select Honey Nut Toasted Oats.
There are some mornings when nothing is more convenient than having a good go to cereal choice. Considering the lack of nutritional value and ingredients, cereal is expensive.
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Why You Should Pick Quantity Over Quality: $1 Tape Measures
If your workplace is anything like mine, certain tools have a tendency to violate all known laws of physics by vanishing into thin air exactly when you need them the most. The lowly tape measure may be the worst offender.
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Good tasting cheap vodka? One of Trader Joe’s Best Finds.
I love vodka sodas. The work day comes to a close, I grab a glass, a few ice cubes, pour in some Safeway Signature Select Seltzer Water, squeeze in some bottled lime, and pick my vodka of choice.
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This One Buy Will Make You Save 49.4% on Tomato Sauce: Store Brand Kroger vs. Hunts
Here at offbrandguy.com, I recognize that small costs add up to big money over time. As an enthusiast of store brands, off brands, and white label products, I like to share my knowledge to help people like you make decisions and save money. Tomato sauce is one such small cost that can add up.
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The Best Classic Potato Chips – Lays by Frito-Lay? – Taste Test & Review
We decided it was necessary to go to the store to and carry out a true taste test, in search of the best classic potato chips. To keep it simple, we compared the essential Lays Classic Potato Chips to the off brand Signature Select Classic Potato Chips (Safeway variety).
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Eye Issues? CVS Health Astringent Eye Drops vs. Visine Maximum Strength
Are store brand medicated eye drops for red eyes the same as the brand-name eye drops?
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Kroger Garlic Powder 2.5oz
Garlic is one of those essential things to keep in the kitchen. And while I prefer to use fresh garlic cloves right out of my herb garden, now more than ever I can appreciate the value of shelf-stable spices.
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Is Cheap Coffee Worth the Savings?
Is cheap coffee worth the savings? I compared coffee from two different ends of the spectrum.
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Mountain Falls Advanced Hand Sanitizer
You’ll pay a premium for name brands, but if you buy Mountain Falls sanitizer you can use all the money you’ve saved to go see the mountains and falls.
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Prolab Caffeine Tablets Review
Let’s be real, I will never quit coffee. The flavor is a very important part of the experience, and caffeine pills simply can’t compare. However replacing even one coffee a week saves me a ton of money.
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The Off Brand Guy Chooses Tillamook as Best Ice Cream Brand?
The Tillamook flavors are rich, smooth, and creamy. The Off Brand Guy chooses Tillamook as best ice cream.
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Economical Eddie’s Deal Of The Day – Lasko Fan At Walmart.com – Model B20200
The Off Brand Guy found a great way to stay cool this spring and also save some money.
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Seltzer Water Showdown
Yes, the flavor may be slightly better with La Croix, and the flavor options more exotic. But this in no way is worth twice the cost.
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Spend Less By Cleaning Invisalign Trays with Denture Cleaner!?
As I researched my options for cheaper cleaning products, I made an important discovery: The brand name cleaning tablets are essentially the same thing as regular denture cleaners.
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Battle Of The Men’s Pomade Brands – 2020
Out of the men’s pomade brands reviewed the Equate Fiber product was my overall preference with a more firm hold.
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Walmart’s Equate Lens Cleaner Solution Vs. Koala Kleaner – Review
What even makes lens cleaner such a specialty item anyways? The key to eye glass cleaner is getting a formula this is streak free and safe to use on anti-reflective coating.
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Save on Sanitizer: Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer versus Name Brand
This is a gel-type hand sanitizer, with added moisturizers. The texture and feel is similar to the expensive stuff, but possibly a bit more slimy.
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