I'm an Amazon fan who shopped at CVS and Walgreens for my toiletries, and I preferred the more expensive store

Frank OlitoNov 18, 2021, 05:04 IST

Is CVS or Walgreens better for toiletries?Frank Olito/Insider

I usually shop for my toiletries on Amazon, but I decided to try out CVS and Walgreens.
The Walgreens I visited had toiletries locked in security cases, and the store felt poorly organized to me.

When it comes time to buy more toiletries, I typically turn to Amazon for its quick and easy delivery.

Toiletries.Frank Olito/Insider

My first stop was CVS, which has a location within walking distance from my apartment in Brooklyn.

CVS.Frank Olito/Insider

I quickly found the toiletries section because it was located at the front of the store in front of the pharmacy.

Everything was at the front of the store.Frank Olito/Insider

The aisles had clear signage that really helped me while shopping.

The signs hung from the ceiling.Frank Olito/Insider

I also noted how the aisles felt cozier than a typical store.

The aisle had carpets.Frank Olito/Insider

However, I was surprised to find some of the items I needed were in security cases, which was frustrating.

Some items were locked behind security cases.Frank Olito/Insider

The CVS also had a self-checkout lane, which is always my favorite when shopping in stores.

The self-checkout registers.Frank Olito/Insider

After CVS, I headed to Walgreens — there's also one in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

Walgreens.Frank Olito/Insider

When I first entered Walgreens, I noticed it had fewer shoppers and seemed less new than the CVS.

The Walgreens looked run down.Frank Olito/Insider.

The toiletries were also located at the front near the entrance and spanned three aisles.

Inside Walgreens.Frank Olito/Insider

However, the aisles were not as clearly marked as CVS' aisles.

The signs were small.Frank Olito/Insider

My biggest problem was that every item I needed was locked behind a security case.

The toiletries were locked in cases.Frank Olito/Insider

The store didn't have a self-checkout line, so I waited for a cashier.

Check-out registers at Walgreens.Frank Olito/Insider

Most notably, however, Walgreens was a bit cheaper than CVS.

Deodorant at Walgreens.Frank Olito/Insider

I also saved money at Walgreens when I bought Dove bar soap.

Dove soap at CVS.Frank Olito/Insider

Listerine was also cheaper at Walgreens when compared to CVS.

Listerine at Walgreens.Frank Olito/Insider

Although the prices were slightly cheaper at Walgreens, I will probably stick with Amazon or return to CVS.

CVS had a better shopping experience.Frank Olito/Insider

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