Northstar Bison vs White Oak Pastures
Cut by cut, per pound.
Both ranches had 16 of the same cuts in stock on our last check. Comparing each one’s cheapest listing per pound, Northstar Bison came out cheaper on 1 and White Oak Pastures on 15.
Same cut, side by side
Each ranch’s cheapest in-stock listing for the cut, per pound. The cheaper one is highlighted.
| Cut | Northstar Bison | White Oak Pastures | Gap per lb |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribeye | $64.89/lbBeef Ribeye Steak · 18 oz | $40.00/lbTomahawk Ribeye Steak | $24.89 |
| Ground beef | $19.00/lbBeef Ground Blend · 1 lb | $13.98/lbGrassfed Ground Beef (80/20 Blend) | $5.02 |
| New York strip | $57.60/lbBeef New York Strip Steak · 5 oz | $43.94/lbGrassfed Beef NY Strip Steak | $13.66 |
| Chuck roast | $31.17/lbBeef Chuck Roast · Boneless, 5lbs | $17.50/lbGrassfed Beef Chuck Roast | $13.67 |
| Filet mignon | $104.73/lbBeef Filet Mignon · 11 oz | $74.52/lbBacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon | $30.21 |
| Sirloin | $45.44/lbBeef Top Sirloin Steak · 10 oz | $19.07/lbGrassfed Beef Sirloin Flap Steak (Bavette) | $26.37 |
| Brisket | $25.38/lbBeef Brisket · 6.5LB | $10.45/lbGrassfed Packer Brisket | $14.93 |
| Short ribs | $17.66/lbBeef Short Ribs | $13.04/lbGrassfed Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In) | $4.62 |
| Beef liver | $33.97/lbBeef Liver | $16.97/lbGrassfed Beef Liver | $17.00 |
| Stew meat | $27.97/lbBeef Stew Meat | $18.13/lbGrassfed Stew Beef | $9.84 |
| Tallow & suet | $14.00/lbBeef Suet · 2 lb | $9.04/lbGrassfed Beef Suet | $4.96 |
| Tri-tip | $29.00/lbBeef Tri-Tip Roast · 2 lb | $20.00/lbGrassfed Beef Tri-Tip Roast | $9.00 |
| Beef kidney | $22.01/lbBeef Kidney | $9.98/lbGrassfed Beef Kidneys | $12.03 |
| Marrow & soup bones | $7.90/lbBeef Knuckle Bones | $7.04/lbGrassfed Beef Soup Bones | $0.86 |
| Ground lamb | $34.00/lbLamb Ground · 1 lb | $15.98/lbGrassfed Ground Lamb | $18.02 |
| Lamb chops & rack | $49.96/lbLamb Sirloin Chops | $51.13/lbGrassfed Lamb Loin Chops (Bone-In) | $1.17 |
Only at one of them
Only Northstar Bison had burger patties ($26.00/lb), ground bison ($22.00/lb), beef tongue ($22.50/lb), bison steaks ($51.68/lb). Only White Oak Pastures had picanha ($15.00/lb), flank & skirt steak ($22.57/lb), flat iron steak ($21.97/lb), beef heart ($9.98/lb).
About the two ranches
Northstar Bison (Wisconsin · ships US): we read 627 products from www.northstarbison.com and priced 96 in-stock listings. White Oak Pastures (Georgia · ships US): 319 products from www.whiteoakpastures.com, 37 in-stock listings priced. We’re not affiliated with either ranch.
Questions
Is Northstar Bison cheaper than White Oak Pastures?
On our last check, White Oak Pastures was cheaper on more cuts: Northstar Bison won 1 and White Oak Pastures won 15 of the 16 cuts both had in stock, comparing each ranch’s cheapest listing per pound. Shipping minimums and fees differ, so check your full cart.
Where is the biggest price gap between Northstar Bison and White Oak Pastures?
Filet mignon: Northstar Bison $104.73/lb vs White Oak Pastures $74.52/lb, a gap of $30.21/lb.
Which one labels more products grass-finished?
Northstar Bison had 95 in-stock listings with grass-finished wording and White Oak Pastures had 3. These are the ranches’ own claims, which we don’t certify.
Are shipping costs included?
No. We compare the listed pack price divided by the listed weight. Shipping, tax, minimum orders and membership fees are not included.