17 Aldi Dupes That Cost Less and Taste Better Than the Real Deal

The packaging is almost identical to the brand-name version, but something is different. Dupes are near duplicates of the real deal — minus the high cost.

From sweet treats to frozen foods, Aldi has the season’s hottest dupes at bargain prices. These popular Aldi picks are more affordable and taste better than pricier name-brand buys.

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

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1. Specially Selected Macrons

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Price: $4.19

These dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate mocha macarons are an affordable alternative to Trader Joe’s $5.99 variety pack.

Even though the flavors are different, Aldi’s version of the lux French dessert is just as decadent.

2. Nature’s Nectar Juice Pouches

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Price: $2.69

Score 10 wild cherry or kiwi strawberry juice pouches at Aldi for $2.69.

Pop the single-serve drinks into your pool bag, bring them to the beach, or pack them for your next road trip. The name-brand Capri Sun box of 10 sells for close to $0.30 more at Walmart.

3. Sundae Shoppe Sundae Cones

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Price: $5.39

If you’re a fan of Drumstick cones, check out Aldi’s Sundae Shoppe dupe. You’ll get eight chocolate-dipped, nut-covered vanilla cones in this $5.39 pack — and you’ll save over $2.

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4. Sundae Shoppe Mochi Ice Cream

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Price: $4.45

The soft, chewy, sweet rice dough-covered ice cream balls are a popular summer treat. Trader Joe’s sells this delicious dessert for $4.99, while Aldi’s dupe has a lower price of $4.45.

5. Earth Grown Veggie Burgers

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Price: $2.99

Trade all-beef burgers for these fiber and protein-rich veggie patties. The barbecue-ready frozen vegan burgers are made with an 11-veggie combo.

Compare this Earth Grown bargain buy to Morning Star Farms Garden Veggie Burgers. At $4.79, the name-brand version is close to $2 more per pack.

6. Friendly Farms Almond Milk

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Price: $2.35

Almond milk is more than just a trendy beverage. It’s an alternative for anyone who has a dairy allergy or can’t tolerate lactose.

Drink a chilled cup with your breakfast, or add the nut milk to your morning coffee. Blue Diamond Vanilla Almond Breeze sells for $3.19 at Target.

7. Cheese Club Macaroni and Cheese

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Price: $0.57

Make lunch in minutes with this generic version of Kraft mac and cheese. The real deal costs $1.29 at Target, compared to Aldi’s $0.57 price.

Both options have almost identical rich, cheesy tastes. If you don’t look at the box, you might not notice the difference between the two.

8. Beaumont Coffee Instant Classic Roast

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Price: $3.75

A home-brewed coffee can save you some serious cash compared to Starbucks or another barista blend. But the savings don’t end there.

Nescafe’s Taster’s Choice House Blend costs almost $10, but this Beaumont Coffee Classic Roast is a fraction of the price of name-brand products.

9. Benton’s Mini Graham Bears

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Price: $3.89

Teddy Grahams are a snack-time favorite. The honey-flavored treats are a perfect pick-me-up at the pool, park, or beach.

But these little cookie bears cost $4.29. To save at least $0.40 on this snack, try Aldi’s version.

10. Benton’s Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Price: $2.09

Chips Ahoy! Fans will enjoy this Benton’s sweet treat. Instead of paying $3.89 at Target for the chewy cookie, swap out the brand-name product for Aldi’s $2.09 generic.

11. Benton’s Fig Bars

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Price: $2.39

The Fig Newton is a classic fruit-filled cookie that adults and children adore.

Whether you enjoy this sweet snack or your kiddos look forward to a fig bar with their lunch, you can save almost $2 by choosing Benton’s over the original.

12. Benton’s Breakfast Biscuits

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Price: $3.29

Breakfast on the go (or on the road) doesn’t have to break the bank. CVS sells BelVita cranberry orange breakfast biscuits for $6.29.

At $3 less, the Benton’s four-pack from Aldi is a major deal.

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13. Savoritz Baked Cheese Crackers

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Price: $2.99

Cheez-It original flavor crackers cost $3.78 for a 12.4-ounce box at Walmart.

Savoritz 100 percent real cheese baked “Original” crackers have the same savory taste but cost under $3.

14. Savoritz Woven Whole Wheat Crackers

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Price: $2.39

Triscuits are a summer snacking staple. You can pair the crunchy crackers with cheese, veggies, or dip.

Aldi’s Savoritiz dupe is a nine-ounce box for $2.39. The brand-name product is $0.60 more for 0.5 ounces less.

15. Clancy’s Stackerz Original Potato Chips

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Price: $1.69

Pringles are pricey. Before spending $2.39 on a tube of the original flavor, check out Aldi’s offer. Clancy’s “Stackerz” are $0.70 less for the same size pack.

16. Burman’s Hot Sauce

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Price: $1.99

Marinade wings, spice up summer picnic sides, or baste burgers with this Frank’s Red Hot copycat.

Aldi recently reduced the price of this bargain by $0.20. This makes it $1.65 less than the name-brand original.

17. Baker’s Treat Swiss Rolls

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Price: $1.85

Hostess Ho-Hos sell for $3.48 per 10-count box at Walmart. The Baker’s Treat box of 12 individual cakes is an affordable alternative for less than $2.

Both of the classic treats have a creamy frosting filling, rich chocolate cake, and a velvety chocolate coating.

Bottom line

Whether you’re planning a party or stocking up on dessert-ready sweets, these lower-priced versions of the real deal are bargain buys that won’t disappoint.

While Aldi doesn’t accept coupons or have a customer loyalty discount program, you can use one of the best cash-back credit cards to stack your savings.

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