Consumer World

This week: Novel techniques to fall asleep faster; Things people refuse to spend money on; One-mil cancel cable internet; Fake captchas can steal your data; Decode TJ Maxx price tags; How 2 stack savings at Amazon; Laptop brands to avoid. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Most people have seen Homeaglow's TV ads promising they will clean your whole house for just $19 for the first visit. They also show a 5-star TrustPilot rating on their website. Trouble is their real rating is only 1.3 stars! #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/03/16/hom…

This week: Can you recycle a greasy pizza box?; Appliances returned to Costco most often; Habits of really frugal people; Caffeine levels vary in coffee brands; Best supermarkets; Beware parking lot scams; Fast food deals; Beauty fraud. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

We discovered that GoodRx prices can vary whether you use one of their old cards or use their website. MrConsumer's card offered a price almost half what their website offered at the very same pharmacy! #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/03/09/goo…

This week: 9 groceries not to buy at Costco; Effect of bananas on blood pressure; 6 protein-boosted foods to avoid; Does TrumpRx have the lowest prices?; "Top Tier" gas may be worth it; Updated Whopper coming; Car insurance rates vary. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

The email offers from @CapitalOne Shopping seem too good to be true, like $20 off a $20 purchase at Walgreens, or $50 off a $50 purchase at Shaw's supermarket. We try to dig a little deeper into these deals to see if they're real. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/03/02/are…

This week: 5 little-known airline policies; TV consumer reporter victim of AI; What tariff ruling means for you; Blue Cross to refund billions; Don't ignore data breaches; Where groceries most/least costly; 50% off clearance at Kohl's. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Last week, the grandson of the inventor of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups called out Hershey for cheapening the ingredients used in some Reese's products by no longer using real milk chocolate and real peanut butter. That's skimpflation. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/02/23/her…

This week: Consumer Reports' worst appliances; Some gift cards sold at Costco worthless; Should you lock your social sec. #?; Some states mull eliminating property tax; Extend SSD life; 3 Crest tubes for 50 cents; Dubai choc at $-Tree. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Google Home Mini Smart Speakers can now be upgraded for free to use Gemini AI, but the upgrade process seemingly forces you into a 30-day free trial of their premium service which is costly if you fail to cancel. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/02/16/goo…

This week: Most/Least costly supermarkets; Should you close heat vents in some rooms?; Tax law changes; Don't fall for the Costco meat box scam; Comcast keeps losing customers; see Super Bowl ads again; Check drug prices before TrumpRx. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Since 2015, Downy Unstopables in-wash scent beads has promoted the fact that the fresh smell lasts for up to 12 weeks. Late last year, they changed the claim to the scent lasting for just 24 hours. Say what? Is this skimpflation by P&G? #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/02/09/dow…

This week: Your dinner linked to Alzheimer's risk; Most reliable washers; Trade in electronics at Costco; What happens to returns at Costco?; When to block unwanted texts; Cell companies ranked; How to wipe your old PC. $25 off $50 meals. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

The @RedSox org was sued last month by consumers alleging unfair pricing practices. For a number of years on its ticketing website, the team showed one price, but then toward the end of the purchase would add fees to jack up the total. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/02/02/red…

This week: Do you qualify for the $6000 senior deduction?; 14 signs you're cheap & not just frugal; Most loved Costco Kirkland products; 8 cars more reliable than Toyota Camry; Most reliable laptop brands; Car buying 101; Penny items. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

This week we look at breakfast and other products that are shrinking right before your eyes. This includes pancake mix, pancake syrup and dry cereal. #Shrinkflation #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/01/26/her…

This week: Do unused but plugged-in chargers use electric?; What to check if using urgent care clinics; Medicare lab test & telehealth visit changes coming; Stores closing in 2026; Clever/odd ways to save $; Grocery price chgs at Walmart. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Here we shrink again with another look at products that have been downsized recently. This time it's paper towels, toilet paper, crackers, dishwashing pods and more. #shrinkflation #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/01/19/her…

This week: Products freq. returned to Costco; Car brand with worst customer satisfaction; 10 never-ever rules to protect your $; Medicare testing preapproval; Cheapest car brands to maintain; Best new tech from CES; Get free vet exam. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

We recently got a consumer complaint about @JoseCuervo Sparkling Margarita cocktails. The box said the alcohol content was 8% but the cans inside said 5% ABV. We investigated this mystery. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/01/12/hey…