Dollar Tree Online Shopping: What Makes Sense to Buy in Bulk

If you’re a bargain shopper, then you probably already love the Dollar Tree deals you find in their stores. But Dollar Tree online shopping is a totally different story. You’re required to buy huge quantities of products in order to get them delivered from Dollar Tree, but who really needs a case of 24 spatulas?!

While some items don’t make sense to buy from Dollar Tree online shopping, I found a bunch of items that are definitely worth it to buy in bulk. Here’s the thing, though: they charge shipping fees on Dollar Tree online orders, and that can get pricey — quickly. To get around Dollar Tree’s shipping fees, just choose “Free In-Store Pickup” at checkout or use Instacart instead.

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Here’s what you can grab in bulk from DollarTree.com:

1. Fill your cooler with Dollar Tree drinks for your kid’s sports team and pay just $1.25 each.

Wanna be the team hero? Order a case of sports drinks from DollarTree.com for your kid’s next sporting event (or the next few dozen events). You could also buy energy drinks and energy shots for the team, but other parents might give you a dirty look.

Here’s what you can pick up from DollarTree.com and pay just $1.25 per item:

• Ready (12-count case of 16.9 oz bottles), $15

• Gatorade (24-count case of 24-oz bottles), $30

• Colorful water bottles with flip-top lid (24-count), $30

2. Stock your home with toilet paper and paper towels on the cheap.

We’re all still recovering from the great toilet paper shortage of 2020. But the good news is that toilet paper’s everywhere now. The 12-pack of Harmony bathroom tissue has a single-purchase option for Dollar Tree online shopping, so that one doesn’t require a bulk order.

Here’s what you can pick up from DollarTree.com in bulk:

• 4-roll Scott Comfort Plus bathroom tissue (12-count case), $15

• 12-roll Harmony bathroom tissue (1-pack), $5

• 4-roll Strong and Soft bathroom tissue (24-count case), $30

Related: If you’re really wanting to get technical, check out our guides for how to get the best prices on toilet paper and paper towels.

3. Make birthday party gift bags that’ll last you the entire year.

The beauty of buying kids’ birthday gift bag stuff in bulk is that you’re set for multiple parties and/or multiple kids. You’ve got all the essentials like bubbles, stickers, toys, and even name-brand play slime.

Here’s what you can pick up from DollarTree.com in bulk:

• 2-pack plastic gift bags (4-count pack), $5

• 2-pack bubble wands (24-count pack), $30

• Goofy string (96-count pack), $120

• 6-pack double-ended colored pencils (36-count pack), $45

• 300 multi-colored stickers (36-count case), $45

• Justice League action figure (24-count case), $30

• Mini Barbie doll (24-count case), $30

• Glitter play slime (20-count case), $25

• Pool noodles (75-count case), $93.75

Related: Surprised to see Barbie dolls on this list? We often share Dollar Tree finds for name brands.

4. Refresh your collection of plates and glasses for $30.

Is your cabinet full of random glasses and plates that make it look like you’re still in college? Maybe it’s time for a refresh. And with Dollar Tree’s cheap prices, you can afford to replace anything that eventually breaks or cracks.

Here’s what you can order from DollarTree.com:

• Dinner plates (4-count pack), $5

• Coffee mugs (4-count pack), $5

• Diamond pattern textured plastic tumblers (12-count case), $15

• Colorful plastic tumblers (36-count case), $45

• Long-stem wine glasses (12-count case), $15

TIP: Look for the “Smaller Quantities” logo on the top left corner of any item you’re searching on DollarTree.com.

5. Pick up bulk wedding supplies on the cheap.

I’ve already told you all about my favorite Dollar Tree wedding hacks. But I definitely recommend picking up some wedding essentials in bulk like centerpieces, candles, and balloons. You can even use little photo frames to show your guests their table numbers.

Here are some wedding supplies you can buy in bulk from DollarTree.com:

• 32-ounce bag of marble accent stones (16-count pack), $20

• Glass jars (4-count pack), $5

• Star balloons (25-count pack), $37.50

• Golden photo frames (12-count case), $15

• Glass cylinder vase (12-count case), $15

• Bridal flowers (32-count case), $40

• LED flower-shaped lights (24-count case), $30

• Solid white flip flops (24-count pack), $30

6. Restock your hangers, socks, and anything else you can’t get enough of.

I can’t be the only one who’s always short one sock or hanger. While there are some household essentials you don’t need to buy in bulk (48 bottles of mouthwash, really?), I know there’s stuff that’s always helpful to stock up on for a rainy day.

Here’s what you can buy in bulk from DollarTree.com:

• 7-pack of plastic hangers (20-count case), $25

• 3-pack of socks (48-count case), $60

• Kitchen towels (12-count case), $15

• Colgate toothpaste (24-count case), $30

Have you found something cool I don’t have on my list? Tell us what you found in the comments!