Verdict: Thrift stores take sorted 1,000-piece bundles; bin stores take Grade B bales by the pound.
| Criterion | Thrift store | Bin store |
|---|---|---|
| Typical order | 1,000 sorted | 2,000 Grade B |
| Grade | 70/30 | B only |
| Format | Cartons | Bales |
| Pricing in store | $15–$35 | Drops daily |
When to choose Thrift store
Thrift stores take sorted 1,000-piece bundles.
When to choose Bin store
bin stores take Grade B bales by the pound..
Other comparisons
- lululemon Bales vs. Sorted Lots
- Grade A vs. Grade B lululemon
- Wholesale lululemon vs. Thrifting It Yourself
- Pre-Owned Wholesale vs. Liquidation Pallets
- Mystery Boxes vs. Sorted Bundles
- 100-Piece vs. 500-Piece Bundles
- 1,000-Piece vs. 2,000-Piece Bundles
- Align vs. Wunder Train for Resale
- Define Jacket vs. Scuba Hoodie for Resale
- Poshmark vs. eBay for Selling lululemon
- Whatnot vs. TikTok Shop for Selling lululemon
- Men's vs. Women's lululemon for Resale
- New vs. Pre-Owned lululemon Wholesale
- Parcel vs. Freight for Wholesale Clothing
Frequently asked questions
Thrift store or Bin store: which is cheaper per piece?
See the table above.
Can I combine both?
Often yes; many buyers split an order across both options and compare results.