11 Trader Joe's Fall Dupes You'll Find On Aldi's Shelves In 2026

If you're aware of the connection between Trader Joe's and Aldi, you'll know that one of the Aldi companies (Aldi Süd) owns Trader Joe's, and Aldi Nord runs the Aldi stores in the U.S. So while the two grocery chains are different entities, their stock can be quite similar at times. Does that include the festive fall lineup that Trader's does so well, yet frequently sells out of? Yes. There are a number of dupes on Aldi's shelves to fill your harvest basket.

Both retailers offer similar items, but sometimes in differing flavors, such as Aldi's Barrisimo Barista Cold Foam in Pumpkin Spice flavor vs. Trader Joe's Cold Foam Creamer, which comes in a fall-themed Salted Maple flavor. So if you want pumpkin whip on your coffee but a family member demands maple, you may be making two stops. Also, if you're in an area that doesn't have a Trader Joe's but does have Aldi, you'll appreciate knowing that you won't be missing out on some viral fall faves thanks to these dupes. Please note that price and availability can always vary by location. And as some of these items are limited edition for the season, we recommend you don't dawdle.

If you're looking for more ways to eat pumpkin this fall, a bagel may fit the bill. While Trader Joe's Pumpkin Bagels (six for $2.99) have been a seasonal hit for years, Aldi has the similar L'Oven Fresh Pumpkin Bagels at just five cents more per bagel. Both recipes include classic fall spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove.

Purchase a bag of six L'Oven Fresh Pumpkin Bagels for $3.29.

What's perfect with those bagels to go all-in on pumpkin this fall? Pumpkin spice cream cheese, of course. Both Aldi and Trader Joe's offer a version with a similar ingredient list, but the TJ's spread has brown sugar instead of the plain sugar that's in Aldi's Happy Farms rendition, which also lists vanilla extract as a differentiator. Also, Trader Joe's is 50 cents more than Aldi's version, despite being the same size.

Purchase Happy Farms Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread for $2.29.

One of the fall treats currently on shelves at Trader Joe's are the Apple Cider Donuts ($4.99 for six). The Bake Shop label at Aldi carries donuts of the same name and quantity for considerably less ($3.29). Reviews of both store's donuts are mixed, so you'll have to grab your own boxes and decide for yourself whose fall donut reigns supreme.

Purchase a six-pack of Bake Shop Apple Cider Donuts for $3.29.

The ingredient list on Baker's Corner Pumpkin Quick Bread & Muffin Mix available at Aldi, and Trader Joe's Pumpkin Bread & Muffin Mix is very similar. The price per ounce is similar as well, with Trader's version costing a dollar more for a larger serving size.

Purchase a 14-ounce box of Baker's Corner Pumpkin Quick Bread & Muffin Mix for $2.49.

Whether you opt for Benton's Pumpkin Spice Sandwich Crèmes from Aldi or Trader Joe's Pumpkin Joe Joe's Cookies, you're getting a very similar product: Vanilla sandwich cookies with a pumpkin spice creamy filling between. The just-under-$3 price tag is similar on both boxes, however you get almost one-third more product in the Aldi version.

Purchase a box of Benton's Pumpkin Spice Sandwich Crèmes for $2.95.

The main difference between Specially Selected Fall Harvest Mac & Cheese from Aldi and Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese? The shape of the pasta: Elbow macaroni at Aldi, rigatoni at Trader's. Both have a creamy pumpkin, butternut, and cheddar sauce.

Purchase Specially Selected Fall Harvest Mac & Cheese for $2.99.

If you love Trader Joe's Organic Maple Butter, you'll have equally strong feelings about Berryhill Maple Butter at Aldi. But be in quick; it reportedly sells out quickly and doesn't get restocked. Both jars boast one ingredient: Organic maple syrup at Trader Joe's, and maple syrup at Aldi.

Purchase a jar of Berryhill Maple Butter for $6.69.

If you love a visual reminder that it's autumn, a bowl of leaf-shaped pasta will do the trick, and there's a Trader Joe's version, as well as an Aldi dupe. Aldi has the Reggano Fall Shaped Pasta in more vibrant colors than Trader Joe's Organic Fall Leaf-Shaped Italian Pasta. Plus, it's also a pinch cheaper at Aldi for a larger bag – 17.6 ounces vs. Trader Joe's 16 ounces for $2.49.

Purchase a bag of Reggano Fall Shaped Pasta for $1.99.

Wondering how to make the most of that leaf-shaped pasta? One easy option is with autumn-infused pasta sauce. Aldi sells Specially Selected Pumpkin and Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce, which is a dupe for Trader Joe's Autumnal Harvest Creamy Pasta Sauce. The ingredients are virtually identical, as is the price – $4.39 for a 24-ounce jar at Aldi, and $4.49 for a 25-ounce jar at Trader's.

Purchase a jar of Specially Selected Pumpkin and Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce for $4.39.

While we're partial to this easy homemade 3-ingredient pumpkin bread recipe, we can appreciate the ease of grabbing a loaf at the store. And Aldi has taken its Bake Shop Pumpkin Sliced Loaf Cake one step further in the easy category vs. its similar Trader Joe's rival, the Pumpkin Loaf. Aldi's version is sliced into eight pieces, making it ready to serve.

Purchase an eight-slice Bake Shop Pumpkin Sliced Loaf Cake for $4.29.

We know what makes Belgian chocolate unique when it comes to taste profile, and Trader Joe's knows how to make it unique in terms of presentation. The Trader Joe's Harvest Chocolate Collection ($5.49 for 4.3 ounces) features nine pieces of chocolatey goodness shaped in iconic fall symbols, including an apple, leaf, walnut, pumpkin, and corncob. Aldi offers a simpler riff on that with its Choceur Assorted Belgian Chocolate Pumpkins.

Purchase a box of Choceur Assorted Belgian Chocolate Pumpkins for $4.69.