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In a world largely governed by consumerism, it may be hard to discern what purchases are really worth your money, and which ones are just your impulses talking.

Just pause for a moment. This year, shoppers spent a record $9.12 billion on Black Friday and another record $11.3 billion on Cyber Monday, making it the biggest online shopping day in history. This almost irresistible urge to buy things is created by smart selling strategies that largely play on our fears of missing out (who doesn’t like a good deal now and then!).

So how do we find rational ground in this buying craze? How do we measure what things we need and what we don’t, what’s worth our money and what’s not?

Well, this Ask Reddit thread may have some answers. “What brand name is actually 100% worth spending more for?” someone asked and people started sharing the splurges that, according to them, were totally worth their money.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Pyrex glass cookware and food storage containers.

I've had cheaper things crack on me, lids break. But Pyrex lasts forever.

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Zoe DiAnni
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a pyrex shatter in the oven, 3 years later I still occasionally find little pebbles of glass!

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) I'm a frugal bastard but I swear by Dawn dish soap.

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L. Lawrence
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yep...for dishes, for grease spots on clothing, and for some reason it kills fleas on animals almost instantly without any harsh chemical odors or poisons. Great for kittens too young for flea dips.

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“There's a certain hack to buying well-known quality brands,” Lina Survila, the founder of Abstract Stylist magazine and creator of metaverse news newsletter The Wearables Daily told Bored Panda in an interview.

Lina argues that the brand name is not everything, “but if you're a consumer who usually gets bored of your old clothing, it's better to buy brands that other people love too.” In this case, Lina argues, after some time you will be able to easily sell the item.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) In all honesty, tupperware.

My mom has some tupperware containers that are almost as old as me and they are still in good condition. It's rare that I can find plastic containers that are even close in quality and durability.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Used to feel the same about Rubbermaid, but unfortunately it's not what it used to be... :(

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#5

acme brand dynamite

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Crayola. Rose Art crayons have haunted me since I was a child! Till the day I pass.

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Moreover, “That would never work with fast fashion brands because worn-out pieces are usually in no condition to sell, and people do not want thrift for fast fashion brands, which they usually can buy with big discounts anyway,” Lina explained.

In that way, Lina continued, “we help consume less and choose ethically made items that have value even after a few years of wearing.” She added that the same rule applies to anything you can think of from household brands to children’s toys, and even art.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Fiskars stuff: axes, shovels, hammers, but also scissors.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Toyota for anyone who drives their car into the ground. Maybe not so much if you lease.

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JB
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A mechanic with half a brain can make one run past 300k!

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Kotfw
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I stupidly bought a BMW 5 series a while ago after driving Toyotas for years, after 12 month traded it in for a new Toyota. Toyota runs like a dream and it doesn't cost £500 to replace the battery (and no it wasn't an electric car) eek.

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Vanessa Richardson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a ‘99 5 series that finally decided to kick the bucket after 386k miles on the original drivetrain. That thing was a trooper!

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El Jordo Mac
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My mom's 2001 Corolla had just under 600,000 on it when she gave up on it. It still ran just not very well. It just didn't want to die.

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Aaron Drossart
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mechanical engineer here who used to work for a tier 1 auto supplier (aka, we send the parts directly to Toyota, no middle man). Toyota is the most annoying car company and their specs are unbelievable. Making their parts is an awful experience... BUT, their vehicles are incredible and is one of the only 3 brands of cars I will ever buy (others are Honda and Nissan).

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Karin Morris
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I JUST sold my truck 6 months ago, it was 26 years old, in perfect shape and I got 5k cash for it. The guy that bought it didn't even bother driving it. He knew it would be worth that. It did not have a ding or scratch on it (except the bed) and any repairs were done in only OEM parts (I have a radiator replaced and a few other very minor things) The only reason I sold it was because I gas was sky rocketing and I wanted something more economical (I bought a Toyota CH-R). that truck never once let me down. I drove it from 0 miles to 247,000 miles. from 12/5/1995 to 5/30/2022. Toyota dealerships used to call me to try and get me to sell it to them (Supposedly the 1996 Tacoma was the best one made and mine was cherry)

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CD King
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All of my cars/trucks for been Toyota and not one of them I got rid of because it was a lemon

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Sergio Bicerra Descalzi
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Have a 88 corolla, needs a little paint job but works just fine and is economic as hell.

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David Brown
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I kid you not, I had a 98 Tacoma that was bought brand new out of the showroom with exactly 3 miles on it when I took it home. After 300k I needed a full size truck due to my business growing. The dealership had it sold the same day before I drove the new truck off the lot. The old man that bought it didn't even want it cleaned up first. It's still on the road with over 600k now. Surprisingly when I traded it still had a ton of original parts that didn't need replacing even at it's high mileage then. Today's Toyota trucks aren't nearly as good as they were then.

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H M
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, our ute died at 650,000km. Sons Corolla he gave up at 480,000, motor still good, but it was the rest of the parts...

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Freya the Wanderer
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a Honda Accord last 200,000 miles. I got it third-hand, and it would probably still be running (and pushing 400,000) if its first owner had taken better care of it.

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Asphalt Bubblegum
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honda vans are also as tough or more. I've driven three different ones past their individual 360k miles marks.

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Fiona Wynn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My last Toyota died at 500k it was fixable but I decided to upgrade to a newer Toyota

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Gavin Johnson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

See every war torn country in the world? There’s a Hilux in the picture that’s been mistreated, shot, run into walls, shot again, been used as a mobile missile launcher, been shot again, had filthy fuel running through it and it may have even been hit by an RPG but it’s still running, it’s only one car wash away from being used to pick up the mother in law and guess what, it’ll be back to work straight after that hauling concrete slabs and getting shot at again, secretly it loves being shot at. Toyota Hilux is the militia’s choice and they know what lasts.

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Id row
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have an '06 Scion I bought new that still runs amazing. They shouldn't have stopped making them, they even made Consumer Reports most reliable car list.

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jolie laide
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Toyota, Honda and Subaru are all excellent. Which is probably why they're usually always on the "most stolen" list, at least in my area.

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Amy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband has a 2007 Yaris with 220k miles on it. It looks like c**p, but it's still going strong, and we've never had to have any major repairs done.

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Catlady6000
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

HONDA. Last one had 500,00k plus when I totaled it. Current one is a 2000Accored with over 300,000.

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featherytoad
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

85 Toyota Camry was the best car I had ever owned. Not one problem except normal wear and tear.

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Freya the Wanderer
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My first car was a Corolla, ancient by the time I got it. If memory serves, it had between 350,000 and 400,000 miles when it conked out for good.

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Sasy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bought mine because the green vehicles company where you use their cars, were all Toyotas, and that seemed like a good endorsement to me.

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Karin Morris
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Toyota still stands out over them. Toyota in Japan is known as the epitome of an excellent company. I know because I work at Panasonic and a lot of the people there trained at toyota

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Heather Lambie
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My dear little matrix is 15!!! Wish I could retire her but right now she’s the only car I have and can afford! ❤️

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Kelly Martin
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I drove my ‘99 Corolla for 20 years and am on my fourth Toyota. Wouldn’t consider another brand.

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Randy Volz
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would say the same about my experiences owning Mazda vehicles. Aside from the usual wear and tear, the things seem indestructible.

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Sharon Hahn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Funny cause my Mitsubishi is right up there with the Toyotas. Must be the ''foreign'' thing!

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Duane Johnston
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Drove a tow truck for 20 years, I know what cars break down. Toyota hardly ever need more than a jump start

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Shehzadi Amal
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I put 400,000 on both my Toyota and Honda. Buy my 83 Suby ran until the odometer stopped moving. It drove well into 2015. Beat to s**t when I bought it for $150. All great cars.

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Jeff Bunn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you buy a Subaru, you won’t need a mechanic to make it past 300k!! Plus, you’ll get a better car, with better resale value, for far less up-front money!!

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DeeDee M
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've owned two toyota vans now- I can attest to this. PS-the hybrid is worth it.

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LMr
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a 2001 Solara well over 200,000 miles. I actually see one as a daily driver at my sons school. It was literally the little engine that could. Although we had a 2005 Toyota Tundra that was a POS!! Different motor, I imagine. XD

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Roberta Schwarz
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am on my 4th Toyota and have had this one 13 years with 200,000 miles on it. Love ❤️ Toyota.

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Stephanie A Mutti
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My toyota tercel was 10y and other than oil changes and replacement tires, bulbs, the only thing that went on her was an O2 sensor which apparently is also routine maintenance. She was still running when I switched to a Scion XD that would have ALSO run forever had it not been t-boned. :,(

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ELily Kanena
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For years Toyota has been the most popular car brand in Greece. That's not without a reason...

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Ruth Hempsey
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

On our third Camry. Bought the first the year they were introduced. Great car. Safe and reliable

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We had to switch to another car due to the place we live (off the grid, middle of nowhere) and I have to say, the RAV4 is a dream to drive. Plus, also very important, it also fits our Spanish mastines dog plus our 2 labrador and the one teckelcrossbreed in case of an emergency, I'd never do that voluntarely ;)

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mine is 33 years old next march, only broken down once in all the time, live my corolla

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GMc
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

2006 corolla here. My dashboard clock no longer works ... that's it's biggest issue. After owning all 3 North American brands, and paying for my mechanic's kid to go to university, I decided to turn on my brain. As attractive as a concrete foundation, and as reliable.

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Stephanie Steele
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember reading the online Car Talk review of Corollas years ago - the only Con was that you would become bored with it before it died. So true.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Subaru & Toyota... I've had (and still have) both and I think the car will fall apart around the drive train. Great cars!

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Jack Holt
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My Mitsubishi Outlander is 15yo and has done over 300k, taken a real beating by me and gets used for towing. Have only needed to replace wear and tear items. Solid car. However, I drool when I see a Landcruiser or Troopy drive past. If only I had an extra 100k

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I nicely concur. I was in a car accident with my Dad last month, we walked away because we were in a Chevy. It waa totaled. The lady who hit us had a Toyota, she lost the entire front end...

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Rene Marais
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In South Africa... they are the most stolen cars... just had mine stolen and the detective told me that.

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Christopher Oliver
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I haven’t seen one comment from and automotive engineer or manufacturing engineer. I hold degrees in both and a member of the S.A.E. Straight from Detroit,MI I’m also a certified master mechanic so name brands mean nothing. I use an iPhone. You use Android. The difference is the name brand. Nike make shoes. Adidas makes shoes. It’s a matter of what you prefer. Cadillac are the best vehicles to me. My preference!!!!

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Christopher Oliver
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Any car can last you if you know how to take care of it. 1994 Ford 150 329,678 before I sold it. The floor board rotted out. 2007 Cadillac Escalade 311,536 and runs like a champ. Better than most new vehicles

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Emma S
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First car was a Toyota. Was already 13 years old with 100,000 miles on it when I brought it. Was still going strong when I sold it two years later.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Passing our 2007 Toyato Highlander down to our oldest getting their license. Best car in the snow and super safe.

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However, Lina agreed that not everyone can spend a lot of money on a new jacket. “But this cycle of conscious consumerism also lets people buy second-hand good quality items for a reasonable price,” she said. “So I would suggest doing your research on quality brands and mixing your wardrobe with new and second-hand items,” Lina concluded.

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KitchenAid stand mixer. I’ve had mine for over 10 years now, use it at least once a week and takes a beating during Christmas time and it still works like a charm.

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Tabitha Martel
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People that have older ones, passed down from parents/grandparents etc, yours ran so nicely for so long because of the all steel motor. Almost all of the models now have some plastic which burn out more quickly. As a professional baker who operates out of a licensed home kitchen, I've killed two motors in 8 years lol. This Christmas I'm finally paying for the pro line that has an all steel motor.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Q-tips.

I don't know what all the other brands and generics are doing, but I swear their cotton to stick ratio is always off. Too pokey or too soft. Can't be just me...

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ugh the off brand the stick always bends too like it's made with a cooked noodle

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3M Post-It Notes.

Making an adhesive strong enough to stop the notes curling up at the edge and falling off, but weak enough that you can remove and replace them at will, seems to be outside the skill set of every other company.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think I recall reading somewhere that the Post-it’s were created from a mistake with a different invention. The glue not strong enough for the original purpose or something?

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Bra. I never had one fit me properly until I was fitted at Nordstrom and then handed a $60 bra with a size I didn't know was even made and it fit like a glove and was comfortable AND it made my boobs look good.

Edit: Thank you to dimpletown for suggesting I edit this comment to add the brand, which is Natori, they make my 30DD "over the shoulder boulder holder".

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Philadelphia cream cheese!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I tried to make cheesecake (the soft cold type) at home a few times. I tried store brand cheese and Philadelphia and the taste difference was staggering

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Corelle ware. That s**t is damn near indestructible and bonus it’s been around for forever so you often find it super cheap at thrift shops.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Broke one the other day and couldn’t believe it. Was like some sort universe glitch.

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Kerrygold salted butter

Edit: lol didn't see this blowing up. Thanks for the upvotes and awards!

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Yeti. Friend’s brother is a firefighter and was called to put out a car fire. After it was extinguished, they found a Yeti with ice water still in it in the cup holder.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's practically a commercial right there. Unless for some reason the Yeti cup caused the fire, that would be less cool. But hilarious.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Ziplock bags. F**k them store brands.

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Bounty paper towels

Edit: my highest upvoted comment is about.....paper towels? WTF Reddit

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Todd Lee
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a cheapskate like my grandma but I pay the price for good quality when warranted.. I like cheaper Costco and Walmart paper towels just fine. They clean messes. Cheap is good.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) I always pay the little extra for a Bic lighter over the cheap transparent ones. They rarely break and they're more ergonomic.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The BiC lighters have gone through the wash, fallen out of pockets and the are still going strong.

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#21

Le Creuset Dutch oven.

Looks, performance, durability - should last you a lifetime if you look after it.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what do you mean *a* lifetime!? if looked after they will last generations!

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This will get downvoted but I bought my MacBook Pro in 2010 and it is still running fine. Before that I was going through toshiba and hp laptops every 2-3 years. In my case the MacBook has been the cheapest laptop I've ever had

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#23

Any of the top Toilet papers. Don't skimp on s**t tissue. Your butt will thank you.

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#24

Oxo. Kitchen utensils, housewares in general, their stuff is so intuitively made and well designed, and just looks great to boot. If they make a version of anything I need, I will always choose their brand over anyone else’s.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oxo nearly always wins when Americas Test Kitchen (PBS cooking show) tests gadgets

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#25

"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) As a lefty, Zebra F-402 pens.

Fine point, no smear, no pressing hard to get a clean line. Since I discovered them I can’t go back to other ball point pens

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A Swiss Army Knife. Use that baby everywhere.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Don’t cheap out on appliances.

I got a Bosch set for my washer/dryer and so far they’ve outlasted 3 sets of my father-in-law’s LGs, Samsungs, and another one I don’t remember. People complain appliances don’t last as long as they used to, and while I don’t disagree, it’s often because they buy the cheap models.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My Frigidaire front loader and dryer set are 25 years old and still work like brand new (tip: never use the detergent drawer for anything, and always keep the door ajar between washes). Same with my whirlpool fridge (although I did have to replace the thermostat, $25 on Amazon and 15 minutes after watching the video on YouTube.

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Stanley stainless steel vacuum/thermos bottles. I have one that holds a 12-cup pot of coffee that I bought at a neighbor’s estate sale 30 years ago and it was probably 20 years old then. It still works exactly as promised.

I did have trouble cleaning the coffee crud out of the bottom of it until I saw a Heloise Hint on this: Fill it about 1/3 full of hot tap water and drop in about 4 denture-cleaning tablets and let it sit overnight. You wouldn’t believe how clean it is after that treatment!

Wow! I had no idea this would take off line this. Thank you! I thought you want to have a look at my old Stanley:

[Stanley Vacuum Bottle/thermos](https://imgur.com/gallery/38TZfG1)

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Chich
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had one for years but lost in a move. looked like it fell down a mountainside but still worked just fine.

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#30

Coca-Cola. Unbranded coke is just meh.

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) According to my wife, Feminine products that aren't name brand either don't function well or are extremely uncomfortable. Having a more comfortable time during that part of the month is far superior to using uncomfortable products to make it twice as bad. (Her words, not mine.)

To add: I'm 33 and been with my wife since we were in high school. I've purchased a lot of these products myself, even when I was first dating her. It's either being a paper or cardboard insert that is rough/uncomfortable or the cotton is just not safe and doesn't stay together as it should (as a few have stated here as well). This is mostly from store or off brands at Fred Meyer (Kroger) as that's where we've always shopped, or the occasional Safeway trip. We don't have any Walmart or Costcos near us so we have no idea how their brands are.

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As a teacher, Expo whiteboard markers

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think this is one of the things the teachers ask for by brand, most items on the school supply list do not say a specific brand.

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Zippo lighters

Amazing quality. Lifetime guarantee with a no questions asked repair or replacement policy. You can find a broken one randomly on the street, mail it to them and they will repair or replace it.

A zippo lighter will last generations.


For anyone interested but doesn’t like using lighter fluid. Zippo now makes inserts for both butane and electric arc lighters.

https://www.zippo.com/collections/lighter-inserts

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lighter fluid also helps get rid of labels and glue residue from tape!

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#35

Corelle dishware. It's sleek, durable and lightweight.

It's basically the kevlar of dishes

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But if you ever drop and break a plate be very careful handling the broken pieces. The edges are razor sharp

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#36

Ticonderoga pencils >>>>

i’ll write a whole 10 page essay by hand with one of those babies

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Staedtler! Made with wood from the Black Forest. They actually weigh more. Take a Staedtler Pencil and a Ticonderoga pencil and compare their weight… Staedtler is just a more solid pencil. The green ones are my absolutely fave!

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"What Brand Name Is Actually 100% Worth Spending More For?" (45 Answers) Any paints. House paint, car, boat, trains and planes. Usually the higher the cost, the better the paint. Love Sherwin Williams “Emerald” products as house paint.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You do not save anything buying cheap paint for serious projects. Save now but pay more later. I've had to repaint cheap painted items while better quality stuff is still looking fine.

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Michelin high-performance tires - long-lasting tread, quiet, excellent traction.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Michelin is by far the best brand of tires in the world. They invented pretty much all the tech and innovations that are copied by the competition, and their products are not even expensive (all things considered). You won’t get a better quality for the price, guaranteed. But for some reason they suck at marketing and don’t have the recognition they deserve.

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Birkenstock sandals

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Pretty much anything made in America, Japan, or Germany is going to be better quality that all the Chinese c**p being sold on Amazon. Everything from kitchen knives to cars. Of course you'll pay a premium since they aren't made with slave labor.

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Stephanie Ladd
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I disagree. Many American made things I've had aren't as good as their foreign counterparts. Japanese things are almost always the best

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Not a brand but the golden rule for tools. Buy the cheap one first. If it breaks buy the expensive one. If the expensive one breaks buy a few of the cheap ones.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you use the cheap ones to the point it's worn down, broken, or you know you'll be using it loads, then get the expensive one.

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Duluth Trading Company (especially for underwear). There was a half off sale a while back and I got enough that I never have to wear other brands.

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Bosch appliances

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

TBH it used to be but quality is declining. So much that Bosch themselves introduced Bosch Pro to provide (for example) very good tools or appliances. But the brand is unfortunately not a quality guarantee anymore.

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