Can you use Target Market Pantry coupons at Publix?

Welcome to this week's Frugal Follies Frugal Tip!

Here's a couponing tip I've known about for a while, but never tried until today:

You can use Target Market Pantry printable coupons to purchase Publix store brand items!

Here it is, right in the Publix Coupon Policy:

Q: Will Publix accept a competitor’s coupon for a private label item?

A: Yes. We’re happy to accept a coupon for a competitor’s private label product because it’s a chance to introduce you to our terrific Publix brand.

(It's a good idea to print a copy of the Publix coupon policy and bring it to the store when you shop there.  That way, if you are challenged on the use of a particular coupon, you can show that the store's policy allows it.)

This week, I bought 2 1-lb packages of Publix brand shredded cheese on sale for $4.49 each.  I combined 2 $1 off 1 lb of cheese manufacturer's coupons (Florida only) with a $1 off two Market Pantry cheese items coupon from Target.  So I spent $2.99 per pound, or $1.50 per 8 ounces of cheese, which is a pretty good price in this area.

Buying a Publix store item and using a Target coupon may result in a lower price for the item than buying a house-brand item at a discount store like Walmart or ALDI.  Plus, at Publix, you can use dollars-off coupons (like $5 off a purchase of $50 or more) to save more. 

I'm definitely going to check the Target website to see what coupons are available for the items I typically buy at ALDI.  It could be that I'd save more if I bought them at Publix and used the Target coupons.  For next week's frugal tip, I'll let you know!

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