This $15 Aldi Find Is a Must-Have for Homeowners

Loyal Aldi shoppers know it well — the legendary “Aisle of Shame.”

The affectionate nickname is a nod to the delights and temptations this section of the store poses to customers.

Everything from clothing to home decor lines the shelves of the Aldi Finds area (its official moniker), and the selection typically changes every Wednesday.

This week, one incredibly practical and versatile item stood out from all the rest: a multipurpose dolly that costs $14.99.

Made by the Aldi-owned brand Workzone, this heavy-duty dolly is a true back saver. With a load capacity of 551 pounds, it can easily handle furniture, appliances, large potted plants or a stack of storage totes.

The non-slip platform measures 22.44 inches long by 11.42 inches wide and is almost an inch thick.

Here are a few other features that make this little dolly a big deal:

• Design: The platform’s rounded edges help prevent damage to walls and furniture when it’s on the move.
• Mobility: The thick rubber wheels can easily move across smooth or carpeted surfaces.
• Portability: The built-in grip hole also features rounded edges, which makes the dolly easy to pick up and carry. Weighing less than 7 pounds, it’s portable and maneuverable.
• Construction: The metal bolts that attach the casters to the base are countersunk, meaning they are recessed rather than protruding from the base. This prevents scratching and scuffing.

Sorry, but similar dollies just can’t roll with this one.

At Home Depot, this small plastic dolly has a load capacity of only 220 pounds and lacks a grip hole, yet it costs $31.99 as of this writing.

On Wayfair, this plastic dolly has a foldable telescoping handle but weighs more than Aldi’s dolly and has a load capacity of only 132 pounds. Its sale price is a whopping $55.19.

If this Aldi Finds item has piqued your interest, act fast and perhaps call ahead to confirm that your local store still has it in stock. It’s scheduled to be available until Oct. 14, but my local store in Windsor Heights, Iowa, had two boxes of dollies on the shelf on Oct. 8 and one was already empty.