Enter online dollar stores, where most products still cost just a dollar and can be purchased from the cozy comfort of your couch. If you've never considered virtually stopping by a dollar store online, here's why you're missing out on the good stuff.

One key approach is bulk buying from suppliers. By purchasing millions of units to distribute across their numerous locations, they can acquire products at a lower cost, similar to the savings Costco offers its customers through bulk purchases. Another method dollar stores use is sourcing liquidated items.

Brand name products are showing up in dollar stores in ever-increasing numbers. Dove, L'Oreal and Quaker are just three of the brands you will can find at Dollarama, most at a lot less than grocery chains can sell for.