r/thrifty
Thrifty is more than just being mindful with money. It's a mindset based on thoughtful spending, consuming, and living. It's about living…
How to think about r/thrifty
The community focuses on the philosophy of mindful spending and thrifting, encouraging members to share tips, experiences, and resources related to finding value in second-hand goods. It promotes a sustainable lifestyle by advocating for thoughtful consumption and living within one's means. Members often share stories of successful thrift finds, DIY projects, and creative ways to repurpose items, making it a vibrant hub for thrifty enthusiasts.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants in this community are typically budget-conscious individuals who value sustainability and creativity. The demographic includes a mix of younger adults and families looking to save money while still enjoying quality items. Members often engage with a positive and supportive vibe, sharing their thrifting successes and challenges, and they care deeply about environmental impact and financial literacy.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes personal success stories, tips for thrifting, DIY projects, and discussions about sustainable living. Members appreciate authenticity and creativity, while overly promotional or insincere posts tend to get downvoted. The community encourages regular participation, with a mix of casual and informative posts, fostering a sense of camaraderie among thrifty enthusiasts.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should focus on authenticity and value rather than overt promotion. Sharing useful tips, engaging in discussions about sustainability, or providing resources related to thrifting can resonate well. However, direct advertising or sales pitches are likely to be met with skepticism or hostility. Collaborating with community members for giveaways or sharing user-generated content can enhance brand perception and foster goodwill.
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What r/thrifty talks about
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External signals
Where the community looks
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Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/deepbriarbaytrading
- u/the_DARSH
- u/[deleted]
- u/trigablelea
- u/TheCaffeinatedHoney
- u/Glass_Brass_and_Ass
- u/LittleSister_7533
- u/polk808
- u/realisticduck_
- u/amazing_redhead
- u/Dr_Tobias_Funke_MD
- u/beoirboman
- u/Hiddenjuls
- u/ILovePublicLibraries
- u/glugling
- u/Mercurai
- u/RoboPonyyy
- u/Burn3rAccnt69
- u/Travnicar
- u/ArisThotHole
- u/marhsmiles
- u/lucymajella
- u/Pantunfla_Feliz
- u/josuedru
- u/juanochoathesecond
- u/Nightwing42081
- u/qualityshitmarty
- u/idkbutplsdont
- u/thegirlwiththeshoes
- u/Swimming-Proposal880
- u/Enoch_the_Scribe
- u/alexanderturnbull_
- u/DiscoCandyTan
- u/JRS_Life
- u/Gardenerplanet
- u/AdequateTreeHugger
- u/pussylicprincess
- u/Ok-Side615
- u/FacelessUser55
- u/Unfair-Refuse-8569
- u/missusisa
- u/Dr_Cider
- u/Kife-Kid
- u/ar15sbr
- u/chjamison
By votes
- u/deepbriarbaytrading
- u/the_DARSH
- u/TheCaffeinatedHoney
- u/realisticduck_
- u/amazing_redhead
- u/Glass_Brass_and_Ass
- u/beoirboman
- u/Dr_Tobias_Funke_MD
- u/[deleted]
- u/Hiddenjuls
- u/trigablelea
- u/ILovePublicLibraries
- u/glugling
- u/RoboPonyyy
- u/Mercurai
- u/LittleSister_7533
- u/polk808
- u/Burn3rAccnt69
- u/ArisThotHole
- u/Travnicar
- u/marhsmiles
- u/lucymajella
- u/Pantunfla_Feliz
- u/josuedru
- u/juanochoathesecond
- u/Nightwing42081
- u/qualityshitmarty
- u/idkbutplsdont
- u/Swimming-Proposal880
- u/thegirlwiththeshoes
- u/Enoch_the_Scribe
- u/alexanderturnbull_
- u/DiscoCandyTan
- u/JRS_Life
- u/pussylicprincess
- u/Gardenerplanet
- u/AdequateTreeHugger
- u/Ok-Side615
- u/FacelessUser55
- u/Unfair-Refuse-8569
- u/missusisa
- u/Dr_Cider
- u/Kife-Kid
- u/ar15sbr
- u/chjamison
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/[deleted]
- u/pmiller61
- u/rab6964
- u/Fomention
- u/Magro18
- u/nuffced
- u/roastedandflipped
- u/jimjimsmess
- u/torotorolittledog
- u/hippiepotomus
- u/lbern055
- u/SuitableBiscotti1096
- u/Designer-Grass-4164
- u/Used_Ad_7409
- u/LitherLily
- u/treehugger100
- u/10965a
- u/beepboopbeep9
- u/sonicsink
- u/Minnesota_Nice_87
- u/tooldvn
- u/Maguffin42
- u/ExpiredDog
- u/eyeballfurr
- u/UnaZephyr
- u/re4dyfreddy
- u/Sophilosophical
- u/birdsandbeesandknees
- u/ddftgr2a
- u/kmfh244
- u/samswizzle
- u/freedomforsale
- u/Federal_Diamond8329
- u/Inklor
- u/tussockgeezer
- u/asunderco
- u/Anhedonisticism
- u/cuteboyeric
- u/RecyQueen
- u/whosdrivingthecar
- u/LavaLampWax
- u/Pissedliberalgranny
- u/SharkBass_01
- u/I-cry-when-I-poop
- u/ButtersrettuB
- u/Clear-Illustrator-50
- u/rokkittBass
- u/AceofToons
- u/kenreg2
- u/sausagekingofchicago
- u/aDDnTN
- u/Mercurai
- u/kneeuhh15
- u/Basic_Yellow_3594
- u/UristMcDumb
- u/happy_bluebird
- u/riverguava
- u/HoiPolloiDilatory
- u/TeaVinylGod
- u/SimbetamYT
- u/Travnicar
- u/chaz0723
- u/Wot_Gorilla_2112
- u/tang0008
- u/ArisThotHole
- u/SearchOver
- u/notatoaster
- u/beautifulsouth00
- u/Juache45
- u/cwestn
- u/Selene378
- u/pomegranatecloud
- u/Pookybooma
- u/Pantunfla_Feliz
- u/Apprehensive_Bath_44
- u/sandrak4365
- u/melissajackson07
- u/arbivark
- u/SecludedEmotion
- u/Atypicalbird
- u/Snappysnapsnapper
- u/IndigoBlu70116
- u/hippiehen54
- u/locostasia
- u/black_stallion78
- u/Sophisticated-Sloth-
- u/mad_fishmonger
- u/Hot_Photograph5227
- u/8ballbec
- u/pointzero99
- u/pickles55
- u/GrimmLo
- u/scoutopotamus
- u/ronja-666
- u/horse-opera
- u/ardamass
- u/runboyrun21
- u/OhiobornCAraised
- u/Award-Slight
- u/D3e3a2d3
By votes
- u/Hot_Photograph5227
- u/GrimmLo
- u/pointzero99
- u/horse-opera
- u/justinsane98
- u/SearchOver
- u/scoutopotamus
- u/sandrak4365
- u/pickles55
- u/Snappysnapsnapper
- u/IndigoBlu70116
- u/AmandaKerik
- u/oddmanout
- u/Juache45
- u/ardamass
- u/ronja-666
- u/cwestn
- u/8ballbec
- u/notatoaster
- u/Sophisticated-Sloth-
- u/OhiobornCAraised
- u/D3e3a2d3
- u/eyeballfurr
- u/[deleted]
- u/tooldvn
- u/the_DARSH
- u/thegirlwiththeshoes
- u/LitherLily
- u/AceofToons
- u/ArisThotHole
- u/Selene378
- u/lorenzovonmaterhorn
- u/treehugger100
- u/10965a
- u/whosdrivingthecar
- u/rab6964
- u/melissajackson07
- u/Playing_Hookie
- u/lsop
- u/red-cloud
- u/Minnesota_Nice_87
- u/Fomention
- u/LavaLampWax
- u/SharkBass_01
- u/nuffced
- u/jimjimsmess
- u/runboyrun21
- u/felledby
- u/spyd4r
- u/oddogirl
- u/Designer-Grass-4164
- u/pmiller61
- u/Sophilosophical
- u/kmfh244
- u/UristMcDumb
- u/happy_bluebird
- u/beautifulsouth00
- u/pomegranatecloud
- u/hippiehen54
- u/locostasia
- u/CoSpringz
- u/ControlOptional
- u/TheAngryOctopuss
- u/ITeechYoKidsArt
- u/sewcranky
- u/thinkfastandgo
- u/torotorolittledog
- u/hippiepotomus
- u/Used_Ad_7409
- u/beepboopbeep9
- u/birdsandbeesandknees
- u/ddftgr2a
- u/samswizzle
- u/freedomforsale
- u/Federal_Diamond8329
- u/Inklor
- u/asunderco
- u/RecyQueen
- u/Pissedliberalgranny
- u/Magro18
- u/kenreg2
- u/sausagekingofchicago
- u/aDDnTN
- u/roastedandflipped
- u/riverguava
- u/HoiPolloiDilatory
- u/TeaVinylGod
- u/SimbetamYT
- u/Travnicar
- u/tang0008
- u/Pookybooma
- u/arbivark
- u/Award-Slight
- u/Tigeraf13
- u/EasternDelight
- u/adrift_in_the_bay
- u/JRS_Life
- u/lbern055
- u/SuitableBiscotti1096
- u/sonicsink
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FAQ
r/thrifty — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/thrifty have?
r/thrifty has approximately 67,091 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/thrifty created?
r/thrifty was created on April 23, 2010 (16 years ago).
What is r/thrifty about?
The community focuses on the philosophy of mindful spending and thrifting, encouraging members to share tips, experiences, and resources related to finding value in second-hand goods. It promotes a sustainable lifestyle by advocating for thoughtful consumption and living within one's means. Members often share stories of successful thrift finds, DIY projects, and creative wa…
What subreddits are similar to r/thrifty?
Communities similar to r/thrifty include r/nissangtr, r/thrifting, r/jzx100, r/curbfind, r/goodwillbins.
Who are the most active posters on r/thrifty?
The most frequent posters on r/thrifty include u/deepbriarbaytrading, u/the_DARSH, u/[deleted].
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