Wickes and Travis Perkins are two of the UK's biggest trade suppliers — but the cheaper one depends on the material. Compare live prices instantly with BuildCostUK.
Check Live Prices NowBoth are major UK trade suppliers, but they serve slightly different markets and their prices vary by category.
| Category | Wickes | Travis Perkins |
|---|---|---|
| Timber & Sheet Materials | Strong range, competitive on sheet materials | Wide structural timber range Often cheaper |
| Bricks & Blocks | Good retail availability | Stronger trade pricing on volume Often cheaper |
| Cement & Aggregates | Competitive on bagged products Often cheaper | Better for bulk orders |
| Insulation | Wide range, good online stock | Comparable range |
| Plasterboard | Competitive pricing Often cheaper | Trade accounts can unlock better rates |
| Fixings & Accessories | Extensive own-brand range | Strong branded selection |
Prices change regularly. Use BuildCostUK to check live prices before ordering.
Understanding the difference helps you know when to use each supplier.
Primarily a retail-facing merchant with strong online presence. Competitive on bagged goods, sheet materials and smaller orders. Click & collect available at most branches.
A trade-first merchant with over 500 branches. Often stronger on structural materials, bulk orders and account pricing for regular tradespeople. Delivery is a key strength.
Common questions about comparing Wickes and Travis Perkins.
It depends on the material. Wickes tends to be more competitive on bagged cement, plasterboard and sheet materials. Travis Perkins often wins on structural timber, bricks and larger volume orders. The only way to know for sure is to compare live prices for the specific product you need.
Yes — BuildCostUK pulls live prices from both suppliers (plus MKM, Selco, Huws Gray, Myers and Howarth Timber) and ranks them cheapest first. Search any material and see all prices side by side in seconds.
Both suppliers offer trade accounts that can unlock better pricing, especially for regular orders. However, for one-off purchases or smaller jobs, the prices listed online are a reliable guide for comparison.
Absolutely. MKM Building Supplies, Selco, Huws Gray, Myers and Howarth Timber all stock similar ranges and can be cheaper for specific materials. BuildCostUK checks all of them so you never miss a better deal.