Target is a go-to destination when you feel inspired to shop for everything from necessities to a little treat for getting through the week. Known for its stylish home décor, trendy fashion and convenient one-stop shopping experience, Target stores offer plenty of great deals — but superfans understand that not everything on the shelves is a bargain.
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Some products are consistently overpriced at Target compared to competitors. Whether it’s beauty products, party supplies or electronics, knowing what to avoid at this mega retailer can help you stretch your budget and shop smarter. Here are six of the most overpriced Target items, and tips on where to find better value alternatives without sacrificing quality.
Coffee Machines
- Target price: $174.99
- Amazon price: $109.99
The Nespresso VertuoPlus Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Maker is currently priced at $174.99 at Target, though it is often on sale for around $140, which is comparable to other retailers. However, if you purchase the same item online at Amazon, you’ll save at least $30.
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KitchenAid Professional Stand Mixers
- Target price: $449.99
- Costco price: $399.99
While stand mixers can be expensive, they can be valuable investments for avid bakers and home chefs. The Target model is priced at $449.99 and includes the standard three attachments — dough hook, paddle attachment and whisk.
However, Costco offers a better deal for a 6-quart stand mixer that comes with the dough hook, whisk and paddle attachment, as well as a flex edge beater and a pouring shield to prevent ingredient spills. Both models feature the bowl-lift function and come in the same color, but the Costco version is priced at $399.99.
Dyson Vacuum Cleaners
- Target price: $849.99
- Amazon price: $697
At Target, the Dyson V15 Detect Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner is priced at $849.99; on Amazon, it is available for more than $150 less. Sometimes, it is more practical to purchase household gadgets like this on Amazon due to their better discounts, sales and free shipping.
Brand Name Beauty Products
The prices of beauty products at Target can vary depending on the brand and product type. However, some customers have noted that certain skincare brands, such as La Roche-Posay and CeraVe, can be priced higher at Target compared to retailers such as Ulta or Amazon.
Groceries
- Target price for Starbucks coffee beans: $10.79 for a 12-ounce bag ($0.90 per ounce)
- Walmart price for Starbucks coffee beans: $20.97 for a 28-ounce bag ($0.75 per ounce)
The pricing of groceries at Target can be dependent on the item and location, and there are cases where specific grocery products are more or less expensive at Target than at other stores. When it comes to everyday items like coffee, it always pays to be prepared and shop around.
Clothing
- Target price for V-neck shirt: $10
- Walmart price for V-neck shirt: $7.71
While Target has a lot of trendy and designer capsule collection clothing, it’s not the most inexpensive place to get staples. For example, a woman’s V-neck shirt costs $10 at Target. But if you buy the same item at Walmart, it’ll be a few dollars cheaper.
Editor’s note: Pricing is accurate as of Nov. 14, 2025. Pricing and availability are subject to change.
Laura Beck contributed to the reporting for this article.
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