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Gamestop Stock Price
Personal Finance 

Why The Gamestop Stock Price Does Not Help The Little Guy

January 30, 2021March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes First off, let me be clear. The Gamestop stock price will come tumbling down. It may be next week, or next month, but reality will set in.

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Nutricost Caffeine 200mg
Health & Hygiene 

Review: Nutricost Caffeine Pills 200mg and 100mg

January 25, 2021July 30, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 2 minutes I’m always looking to save money on everyday essentials. So, while I already get my daily caffeine kick for $0.06,

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Walmart e Receipt
Personal Finance 

Walmart e Receipt: Save Money By Storing Receipts

January 18, 2021March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes Simple habits can lead to substantial financials savings over time. Learn how to stay organized and save money with the Walmart e receipt.

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Best Dollar Tree Finds
House & Home 

Best Dollar Tree Finds – Dollar Tree Review

January 11, 2021March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 5 Comments

Reading Time: 9 minutes While there is a lot junk littered throughout Dollar Tree stores, there is also some gems. Read about the Best Dollar Tree Finds.

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Off Brand Products
Personal Finance 

Eight Off Brand Products Better Than The Name Brand

January 4, 2021March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes There are some food and household categories in which you are throwing money away by not considering off brand products.

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Off Brand Guy
Personal Finance 

Four Off Brand Items That Are No Good

December 29, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes In some areas it pays off to spend a little more and get the name brand product. Today, I look at four off brand items that are no good.

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Life’s Simple Joys
Personal Finance 

19 of Life’s Simple Joys

December 21, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 3 minutes The best things in life are the simple things. The best moments in life are defined by life’s simple joys.

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Simpler Times Pilsner
Beverages 

Best Trader Joe’s Alcohol – Cheapest Beer Prices

December 13, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes Since it’s start in 1967, Trader Joe’s has been known for it’s low cost high quality formula. Read my review of the best Trader Joe’s alcohol.

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Best Breakfast Sandwich
Food 

Best Breakfast Sandwich With Trader Joe’s Breakfast Items

November 19, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes Everyone has a special meal they make when guests visit. I get Trader Joe’s breakfast items to make the best breakfast sandwich around.

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Panasonic Eneloop Rechargeable Batteries
House & Home 

Panasonic Eneloop Rechargeable Batteries – Review

November 12, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes After extensive research and testing, I declare Panasonic Eneloop rechargeable batteries as my preferred model.

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2020 Prizm Baseball
Other 

2020 Prizm Baseball – Luis Robert Rookie Card Pull

November 1, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes After extensive research, I decided to purchase a hobby box of 2020 Prizm Baseball. I believe this to be the best value in the baseball card hobby.

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Off Brand Lunchables
Food 

Off Brand Lunchables? – Try Great Value Salsa & Cheddar Cheese Dip

October 22, 2020July 13, 2021 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes You can recreate the magic of Lunchables with Walmart Great Value Salsa and Walmart Cheddar Cheese Dip.

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Traveling In 2020
Personal Finance 

Traveling In 2020: Flight Ticket Cancellation & Refundable Flight Tickets

October 15, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes I am telling you from experience traveling in 2020, to be a skeptic. Airlines refund policies are less flexible than you may think.

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Great Value Lunch Meat
Food 

Great Value Lunch Meat – Taste Test

October 12, 2020July 13, 2021 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes The good news is I recently found Great Value Lunch Meat at Walmart. Great Value Lunch Meat is a low cost deli meat option that tastes great!

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Walmart Dental Floss
Health & Hygiene 

Walmart Dental Floss: Comparison & Review

October 5, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes I use to think all dental floss was equal. After a few bad off brand purchases, I landed upon a Walmart Dental Floss that does the job.

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Home Loan Interest Rates Comparison
Personal Finance 

How To Get The Lowest Home Loan Interest Rate?

October 1, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes Shopping for a mortage loan can be an overwhelming process. I am here today with a few tips on how to get the lowest home loan interest rate.

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Equate Multi Purpose Solution
Health & Hygiene 

Does Walmart’s Equate Contact Solution Work?

September 28, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes Contact solution is tricky. Luckily, I stumbled upon Equate Contact Solution at Walmart that is comparable to Opti-Free PureMoist.

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Equate Pain Relieving Cream
Health & Hygiene 

Equate Pain Relieving Cream Vs. Icy Hot

September 17, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Staring at a computer screen all day can strain the neck. Equate Pain Relieving Cream is an easy way to get some immediate relief.

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Best Men's Deodorant 2020
Health & Hygiene 

Right Guard Xtreme Review – Top Deodorant For Men

September 15, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes I use to be the type of person that would try a different deodorant every time I ran out. Then I stumbled upon Right Guard Xtreme Defense for men.

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Walmart Equate Flushable Wipes
Health & Hygiene 

Equate Wet Wipes – Walmart Equate Flushable Wipes

August 31, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 3 minutes Wet wipes for men are a stylish trend recently. Walmart Equate Flushable wipes are helpful to have around the house for a variety of uses.

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Equate Daily Fiber
Health & Hygiene 

Try Equate Daily Fiber For Constipation

August 28, 2020December 28, 2022 Off Brand Guy 10 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes I try to eat well, but it doe not always happen. That is why Equate Daily Fiber is a must have in the toiletries closest.

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Glasses Wipes
Health & Hygiene 

Nice n Clean Wipes – Effective And Affordable Glasses Wipes

August 21, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes There is something so easy about using pre-moistened individually wrapped lens wipes. That is why I always carry Nice n Clean wipes with my glasses.

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Great Value Buttery Crackers
Food 

Walmart Crackers – Great Value Buttery Crackers

August 13, 2020November 24, 2020 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes I usually enjoy a name brand product and then find a store brand version down the line to save money. That all changed with Walmart crackers.

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Great Value Chips
Food 

Great Value Chips At Walmart: 53% Cheaper Than The Name Brand

August 11, 2020June 26, 2021 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 3 minutes While out camping I decided to save some money and grab a 14.75 oz bag of Great Value chips from Walmart for only $2.16. Was it worth it?

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Off Brand
Personal Finance 

What Is An Off Brand Product?

August 6, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 13 Comments

Reading Time: 2 minutes An off brand product is a generic product that is similar to a branded product in functionality, but lacks the marketing associated with a name brand item.

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McDonalds's McCafe
Beverages 

McDonalds $1 Coffee – It Doesn’t Get Better Than $1

July 30, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 3 minutes $1 McDonalds coffee is an amazing value. I believe it is currently one of the most under appreciated deals in fast food.

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Suave Styling Paste
Health & Hygiene 

Suave Styling Paste – Affordable Men’s Hair Product

July 27, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes I use to think Suave hair products were for divorced single dads. The Suave Styling Paste for men has changed my perception of the brand.

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Hilton Los Cabos
Travel 

Hilton Los Cabos Review – A Perfect Vacation

July 22, 2020November 26, 2020 Off Brand Guy 10 Comments

Reading Time: 8 minutes My Hilton Los Cabos review details the breathtaking views of the ocean, delicious restaurants, excellent service, and luxurious amenities.

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Sweat Proof Undershirts
Apparel 

Sweat Proof Undershirts? Check Out Office Undershirt

July 18, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 4 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes Hyperhidrosis refers to abnormally excessive sweating. After reviewing many sweat proof undershirts, I can assure you Office Undershirt is an excellent value.

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Best Hilton Resorts
Travel 

The Best Hilton Hotels & Resorts

July 11, 2020July 30, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes My favorite time of the year is when I board an international flight to paradise to stay at one of the best Hilton hotels or resorts.

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Dollar Tree Cologne
Health & Hygiene 

Dollar Tree Cologne – Tarragon Noir Review

July 6, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 8 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Tarragon Noir is a $1 men’s Dollar Tree cologne. The brand is described as high quality matched with high value for the demanding lower end consumer.

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CHAZ Zone
Other 

CHAZ Dismantled – A Farewell To The CHAZ Zone

July 2, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes After weeks of reported robberies and violence, early morning on July 1st, the Seattle Police came to dismantle the CHAZ Zone.

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Walmart Face Masks
Apparel 

Walmart Face Masks Review and Teardown – 3 Ply Face Mask

July 1, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes As the Internet’s leading expert on off brand products and cheap stuff, I’d like to share what I’ve learned on Walmart face masks.

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Cheap Face Masks
Apparel 

Cheap Face Masks: InterMask 3 Ply Face Mask Review

June 28, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 6 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes Cheap face masks can help slow the spread of the COVID-19. They help prevent those who are positive, but asymptomatic, from spreading the virus.

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Food 

Kroger Original Butter Microwave Popcorn Review

June 25, 2020February 15, 2021 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes There’s nothing like a big buttery bowl of Kroger microwave popcorn to compliment an exciting movie or TV show.

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Cigarette
Health & Hygiene 

Equate Nicotine Gum: Quit Smoking And Save Money

June 23, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 6 minutes Quitting smoking will save you money both in the short term and long term. Quit smoking and save money with Equate nicotine gum.

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Best Bars In Capitol Hill
Other 

Best Bars In Capitol Hill Near The Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (CHAZ)

June 18, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes Protesting is hard work. Sometimes you need a cold, refreshing beer to take the edge off. Check out the best bars in Capitol Hill near CHAZ.

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You Are Now Entering Free Cap Hill
Other 

CHAZ Protest – Answering Reddit’s Questions on CHAZ Autonomous Zone

June 14, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 8 minutes I took to Reddit to round up and answer questions on the new decentralized area known as the CHAZ Autonomous Zone.

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Capitol Hill Seattle
Other 

Best Capitol Hill Restaurants Seattle Near CHAZ

June 12, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes The Off Brand Guy is always on the look out for a good deal. Check out the best Capitol Hill Restaurants Seattle near CHAZ for some great grub.

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CHAZ Garden
Other 

CHAZ Garden – Save $8.13 On Groceries By Ditching Capitalism

June 12, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 6 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Always looking to save money on the little things, I ventured out to the CHAZ Garden in the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (CHAZ) for a review.

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Tillamook vs Kroger Cheese
Food 

Tillamook Cheddar vs. Kroger Cheese — Extra Sharp Savings

June 11, 2020February 20, 2021 Off Brand Guy 4 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes The Tillamook County Creamery Association produces many dairy products, including cheese. The Tillamook Extra Sharp Cheddar is a refrigerator staple.

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Picante vs Salsa
Food 

Pace Salsa – What Is The Difference Between Salsa And Picante Sauce?

June 10, 2020June 26, 2021 Off Brand Guy 6 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes I grew up with Pace Salsa also known as Pace Picante Sauce. Remember that stuff that came in huge plastic jugs? Yeah, that’s the stuff, baby.

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Wendy's 4 for 4 Meal
Food 

Wendy’s 4 for 4 Meal – Cheap Fast Food Deals

June 8, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 8 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes 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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Freezing Meat
Food 

How To Store Meat In Freezer And Save Money

June 4, 2020September 2, 2020 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Here at Off Brand Guy we found some strategies for saving money on meat, and being most efficient with your budget. Learn how to store meat in freezer.

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Economical Eddie
Food 

Economical Eddie’s Deal Of The Day – Bags of Kettle Potato Chips

June 3, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: < 1 minute 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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Frosted Shredded Wheat
Food 

Frosted Shredded Wheat Cereal – Kellogg’s Frosted Mini Wheats Vs. Safeway Signature Select Frosted Shredded Wheat

June 2, 2020August 18, 2020 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 2 minutes I grew up on Kellogg’s Frosted Shredded Mini Wheats. Once I started to buy my own groceries, I started to appreciate Safeway’s Signature Select Frosted Shredded Wheat.

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Economical Eddie
Beverages 

Economical Eddie’s Deal Of The Day – Red Bull Energy Drinks

June 1, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: < 1 minute 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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Sweat Proof Undershirt
Apparel 

Thompson Tee Review – A Sweat Proof Undershirt

May 29, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 4 Comments

Reading Time: 4 minutes Nothing is worse than sweating through you shirt. This is where the sweat proof undershirts come into play. Read my Thompson Tee Review below.

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Cheap Ice Cream
Food 

Kroger French Vanilla Ice Cream Review – Tastes Great!

May 29, 2020August 21, 2022 Off Brand Guy 7 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Despite my frugal tendencies, I have been known to trash talk cheap Walmart Ice Cream. That’s why I was shocked by the game-changing Kroger Brand Ice Cream.

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Off Brand Honey Nut Cheerios
Food 

Store Brand Cereal – Honey Nut Cheerios vs Signature Select Honey Nut Toasted Oats

May 28, 2020September 2, 2020 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 3 minutes Nothing is more convenient than having a good go to cereal choice. This is even better if you can save money with a store brand cereal.

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Dollar Tree Tape Measure
House & Home 

$1 Dollar Tree Tape Measure: Why You Should Pick Quantity Over Quality:

May 27, 2020February 4, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Certain tools have a tendency to vanish into thin air. I suggest saving both time and money by buying the $1 Dollar Tree tape measure from the dollar store.

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Trader Joe's Vodka Of The Gods Feature
Beverages 

Best Cheap Vodka? Trader Joe’s Vodka Of The Gods

May 26, 2020December 31, 2022 Off Brand Guy 9 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes Are premium vodka brands worth the cost? How hard can it be to find a good tasting cheap vodka? Look no further than Trader Joe’s Vodka Of The Gods.

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Kroger Tomato Sauce
Food 

Kroger Tomato Sauce: Save 49.4% on Tomato Sauce

May 25, 2020February 13, 2021 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 7 minutes Sometimes name brand and store brand canned foods are the exact same stuff. I saved 49.4% on tomato sauce with the store brand Kroger Tomato Sauce.

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Best Potato Chip Brand
Food 

Best Potato Chip Brand – Lay’s Classic Chips by Frito Lay

May 22, 2020September 2, 2020 Off Brand Guy 4 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes When shopping I try to limit buying junk food. Chips is the one exception, especially a bag of Lay’s Classic by Frito Lay, which is arguably the best potato chip brand on the market.

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Astringent Eye Drops
Health & Hygiene 

Astringent Eye Drops vs. Visine Maximum Strength

May 21, 2020August 21, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Every spring I suffer from grass pollen allergies. Sometimes I even wake up with red eyes! Fortunately, I discovered Astringent eye drops.

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Minced Garlic To Garlic Powder
Food 

Minced Garlic To Garlic Powder – A Kroger Garlic Powder Review

May 20, 2020August 22, 2020 Off Brand Guy 8 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Garlic is one of those essential things to keep in the kitchen. Save money and make the switch from minced garlic to garlic powder.

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Cheap Ground Coffee
Beverages 

Is Cheap Ground Coffee Worth the Savings?

May 19, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 3 Comments

Reading Time: 2 minutes Is cheap ground coffee worth the savings? I compared coffee brands from two different ends of the spectrum.

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Mountain Falls Advanced Hand Sanitizer
Health & Hygiene 

Mountain Falls Advanced Hand Sanitizer

May 18, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: < 1 minute You’ll pay a premium for name brands. If you buy Mountain Falls Advanced hand sanitizer you can use all the money you’ve saved to go see the mountains.

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Prolab Advanced Caffeine
Health & Hygiene 

Prolab Caffeine Pills Review – Save Time & Money

May 16, 2020July 30, 2022 Off Brand Guy 7 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Let’s be real, I will never quit coffee. However replacing even one coffee a week with ProLab Caffeine Pills will save me a ton of money.

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Waffle Ice Cream Cone
Food 

Tillamook Ice Cream – Best Ice Cream Brand

May 15, 2020December 4, 2021 Off Brand Guy 13 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes The cheap ice cream brands are just not as good. The Off Brand Guy chooses Tillamook Ice Cream as the best ice cream brand.

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Economical Eddie
House & Home 

Economical Eddie’s Deal Of The Day – Lasko Fan At Walmart.com – Model B20200

May 14, 2020March 16, 2022 Off Brand Guy 0 Comments

Reading Time: < 1 minute The Off Brand Guy found a great way to stay cool this spring and also save some money.

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Signature Select Seltzer Water
Beverages 

Safeway Seltzer Water Vs. La Croix Seltzer

May 13, 2020June 26, 2021 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Welcome to the seltzer water review and showdown. In this article we will take a close look at my favorite, Safeway Signature Select Seltzer Water.

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How To Clean Invisalign Retainers
Health & Hygiene 

Polident Tablets For Cleaning Invisalign Retainers

May 11, 2020January 16, 2023 Off Brand Guy 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 minutes The brand name Invisalign cleaning products are expensive. I learned a trick on how to clean invisalign retainers and save money with denture cleaner.

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Murrays & Suavecito Pomade
Health & Hygiene 

Equate Pomade Review For The Stylish Man

May 7, 2020August 12, 2022 Off Brand Guy 8 Comments

Reading Time: 5 minutes In this post, I go through an Equate Pomade Review for Walmart’s hair product, along with comparing the major name brand men’s pomades.

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Equate Lens Cleaner
Health & Hygiene 

Equate Lens Cleaner Spray At Walmart

May 7, 2020July 30, 2022 Off Brand Guy 6 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes Eyeglass lens cleaner is one of those randomly over priced items. Walmart’s Equate Lens Cleaner is is streak free and safe to use on anti-reflective coating.

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Assured Hand Sanitizer
Health & Hygiene 

Assured Hand Sanitizer Review Versus Name Brand

May 3, 2020March 17, 2022 Off Brand Guy 2 Comments

Reading Time: 3 minutes I was really excited to find Assured Hand Sanitizer at my local Dollar Tree, as the price is much cheaper than the “Name Brand” stuff.

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