SHOPPERS have been flocking to Dollar Tree for some must-have Christmas mugs to celebrate the holiday season. The selection is going fast and nearly identical to a similar offering from Amazon . Those looking for some festive mugs to fill with hot cocoa this year should check out the Assorted Christmas-Themed Printed Stoneware Mugs at Dollar Tree . The discount retailer emphasized the "sturdy" mugs are prepared for anything and can hold hot cocoa, coffee, tea, cider, and more with ease, per the product description . They're also dishwasher and microwave-safe, made from a 100% ceramic material. Included in the Assorted Christmas-Themed Printed Stoneware Mugs are four different design variations that can be bought separately or in a pack. Read More on Dollar Tree The first has a small red barn that's selling Christmas trees, with "Farm Fresh Trees" written across the bottom. The second design is more circular, with a depiction of hot cocoa and marshmallows on top at the center, surrounded by the words "Hot Cocoa Served Here." Candy canes litter the third design, and the fourth has a red ornament that reads "Morning Person December 25th." Those who have bought the Assorted Christmas-Themed Printed Stoneware Mugs this year have praised them. Most read in Money SIPPING ON SAVINGS "These cups are beautiful," someone wrote in a review. "Great quality and sturdy!" a second exclaimed. "Super cute and very festive. Great to have when company comes over," noted a third. Each mug is $1.25, making a pack of four just $5. Amazon also sells a nearly identical variation of the "Farm Fresh Trees" Christmas mug from Dollar Tree. It's called the Farm Fresh Christmas Trees Vintage Xmas Tree Coffee Mug, and it's listed for $17.95. Assorted Christmas-Themed Printed Stoneware Mugs at Dollar Tree: $1.25 each — buy here Farm Fresh Christmas Trees Vintage Xmas Tree Coffee Mug on Amazon: $17.95 — buy here That's about 93% more expensive, or a $16.70 difference. SLIGHT DIFFERENCE Still, there are some crucial differences between the mugs. The designs are different, with the Dollar Tree option featuring Christmas colors like red and green, while the Amazon mug has a white mug with black designs and lettering. Additionally, the Farm Fresh Christmas Trees Vintage Xmas Tree Coffee Mug from Amazon notes different types of trees , including spruce, pine, and fir, across the bottom, along with "Cut & Carry." It also comes in sizes of 11 ounces and 15 ounces. Still, both Dollar Tree and Amazon's Christmas mugs are ceramic and are also dishwasher and microwave-safe. The decision between the two will likely come down to shoppers' personal preferences and budgets . Several other holiday items are also flying off shelves at Dollar Tree this month. Read More on The US Sun A savvy deals influencer found at least five holiday "jackpot finds" at the discount retailer shoppers should be aware of this year. There's also a popular stocking stuffer for just $2 that's going fast at a price 37% cheaper than Target and other retail giants.Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. stock underperforms Monday when compared to competitors
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