The best replacement for retailers is wholesalers.

The best alternatives to retailers are rated as following:
★★★★★  wholesalers
★★★★  manufacturers
★  brick and mortar
★  big retailers
★  resellers
  distributors
  large retailers
  independent retailers
  e-tailers
  dealers

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Speaking about retailers, one probably shouldn't forget about loyalty program.

Other search terms related to retailers and their ratings are:
★★★★★ loyalty program
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