If you’re an Amazon shopper, you’ve likely spotted some AmazonBasics products during your searches and you’ve probably wondered how they compare to their name-brand counterparts.
AmazonBasics is often cheaper than other brands. So we compared the two to see if they were comparable. These items are usually cheaper than name brands, so we compared them to see how they stacked up.
Here’s what we found when comparing AmazonBasics to name brand products!
1. Silicone Baking Mats
Silpat Premium Non-Stick Silicone Baking Mat
Current price: $27.95
4.8 stars – 8,674 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics Silicone Baking Mat, 2-pack
Current price: $15.19 – $7.60 per mat
4.7 stars – 110,863 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics Silicone Baking Mat, 2-pack
AmazonBasics offers TWO baking mats at a price that is less than one Silpat. These are so similar in every way that we honestly can’t tell them apart.
2. Batteries
Duracell Duralock Copper Top Alkaline AAA Batteries, 8 count
Current Price: $8.26 ($1.03/per battery).
4.8 stars – 8,044 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics AAA Performance Alkaline Batteries, 8 count
Current price: $6.94 (87¢ per battery)
4.6 stars – 70,801 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics AAA Alkaline Batteries
We don’t have hard data, but the customer reviews and our team’s experience with these batteries make them a no-brainer. It’s such an easy swap that can save you significant money over time. These batteries are always in our monthly Subscribe & Save deliveries for an additional savings of 5%!
iPhone charging cables
Apple 6.6ft USB Lightning Cable, 1 count
Current Price: $24.36 Each
4.7 stars – 24,049 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics Apple Lightning to USB A cable 6 feet 2 pack (MFi Certified)
Current price: $14.99 – just $7.50 each
4.6 stars – 70,014 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics Apple USB Cable
We tested these by charging the same phone at the same outlet over a certain period of time, and noting the increase in percentage.
The results… the AmazonBasics Apple USB Cables charged one more percentage than the Apple version, which is such a small variation that I’m calling them even. You are comparing the two based on price. How to get started? The two-pack of Apple charging cables is nearly half the cost. AmazonBasics versions also have high ratings on Amazon.
4. Basic Home Scissors
Fiskars Softgrip 8″ Titanium 2 pack
Current price $13.37 – $6.69 each
4.7 stars – 5,618 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics Titanium Fused Multipurpose Scissors, 3-pack
Current price $12.34 – $4.11 each
4.8 stars – 41,048 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics Multipurpose Scissors
The results of our tests on fabric, felt and cardstock were mixed. AmazonBasics’ scissors were better at cutting cardstock with multiple layers, while Fiskars was better at cutting felt with multiple layers. The AmazonBasics scissors are the most affordable, but you might want to choose the Fiskars if you plan on using them primarily for fabric or felt.
5. Kitchen Knives
Cuisinart 12-Piece Knife Collection, Advantage Color Collection
Current price $16.99
4.8 stars – 13,715 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics 12-Piece Knife Set in Color
Current price $15.99
4.7 stars – 20,964 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics 12-Piece Knife Set in Color
These knives were tested on both hard-to-cut foods like spaghetti squash, and delicate food like tomatoes. We could not discern any difference! AmazonBasics Knife Sets are usually more affordable than Cuisinart Knife Sets, even when they go on sale.
6. Bath Towels
American Soft Linen 100% Cotton 6-Piece Towel Set
Current price $39.99 – $6.67 per towel
4.4 stars – 55,952 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics 6 Piece Fade-Resistant Bathroom Towel Set
Current price $32.29 – Just $5.38 per towel!
4.5 stars – 83,595 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics 6 Piece Towel Set
Both of the towel sets are 100% cotton, but the American Soft Linen set doesn’t seem to be as high-quality as the AmazonBasics Towel Set, and it’s also pretty thin. AmazonBasics’ version wins out with its lower price and higher quality.
7. Anti-Gravity chair
SONOMA Patio Antigravity Chair
Current price $84.99 (or less with Kohl’s coupons)
4.6 stars – 8,557 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics Anti Gravity Chair
Current price $59.99 shipped
4.6 stars – 8,290 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics Anti Gravity Chair
AmazonBasics feels like a better quality chair, even though the price is almost the same. The SONOMA version is available in more colors than the Amazon version. However, both products are similar.
8. Breeze Litter Box Refills
Purina Tidycats Breeze litter box pad refill pack 8-count
Current price $1.57 per pad
4.8 stars – 10,252 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics Cat Pads for Breeze Litter Boxes, Lemon Scent, 40-Count
Current price $25.48 (66¢ per pad)
4.5 stars – 41,982 customer ratings
And the winner is…
AmazonBasics cat pad refills
Elizabeth, the hip teammate who has the Breeze Litter Box System in her home for her cats uses Amazon’s basic pads rather than the Breeze. She claims that the Amazon basic pads work just as good at a fraction less cost.
9. Salicylic Acid Spot Therapy
CeraVe 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Therapy 1.35 fl. oz.
Current Price $16.01 (11.89 cents per ounce).
4.6 stars – 6,462 customer ratings
VERSUS
AmazonBasics Advanced Blemish Spot Therapy w/ Salicylic Acid 2.0% 0.75 Fl. Oz.
Current Price $4.64 (6.19 per ounce).
4 stars – 72 customer ratings
10. Over the Counter Medicines
Zyrtec 24 Hour Allergy Relief, 10 mg Cetirizine HCL 60-Count
Current price $23.44 (37¢ per tablet)
4.8 stars – 4,0678 customer ratings
VERSUS
Amazon Basic Care, 24-Hour Allergy Relief, Cetirizine Tablets 10mg 300-Count
Current price $4.64 (6¢ per tablet)
4.8 stars – 55,879 customer ratings
And the winner is…
This is a subjective statement.
There are so many different OTC medications that can save you money in Amazon’s Basic Care Storefront. While we haven’t tried them You can find out more about it here., our team has saved a ton of money on Amazon’s version of Pepcid AC, Flonase, Zyrtec, and many more.
While you should consult a medical professional before making changes to your health care plan, we’re glad we tried Amazon’s versions of these pricey name-brand medications. These medications may be worth trying for you too!
The bottom line is that Amazon’s brands rarely disappoint.
Throughout our testing, we were hard-pressed to find any AmazonBasics products that didn’t measure up to their name-brand counterparts.
Compare the Amazon version to any other product you are considering before purchasing it. You could save a lot of money.
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