Aldi is again the cheapest: how much does the standard grocery basket cost now.

Aldi is again the cheapest: how much does the standard grocery basket cost now
Aldi is again the cheapest: how much does the standard grocery basket cost now

According to The Sun: The cheapest supermarket for shopping from a basket of 71 products was determined in September.

According to the latest consumer price analysis by the organization Which?, Aldi has once again been recognized as the cheapest supermarket in September.

AlamyAldi was recognized as the cheapest supermarket for 71 products

The analysis compares the average prices of popular brand products across the eight largest supermarkets in the UK.

Aldi was awarded the title of cheapest supermarket in August as well, after Lidl topped the chart in July.

Shopping Prices

In September, the cost of a basket with 71 products at Aldi was, on average, £122.77.

Aldi was cheaper than Lidl, which took the second place, by just one pound. The average price at Lidl in September was £123.95.

The list of 71 products included both branded products and private label items, such as potatoes and canned beans.

Club members at Tesco would pay, on average, £135.64, while Asda took fourth place with a price of £136.98.

Customers at Tesco without a club card would pay, on average, £138.66 for 71 items, while Sainsbury’s would charge £138.74 with a Nectar card or £142.70 without one.

Shopping at Morrisons would cost £140.19 with a More card or £140.24 without it.

Most Expensive Supermarket

Waitrose became the most expensive supermarket for a similar basket, with an average price of £167.19, surpassing the online supermarket Ocado, where the cost was £154.08.

“Great value is not just about price; we take pride in offering exceptional products with award-winning service,”

— stated a Waitrose representative.

Asda maintained its reputation as one of the most budget-friendly supermarkets in the UK for a longer list of 186 products, the cost of which was £465.66.

How to Save on Shopping

“Aldi has once again become the cheapest supermarket this month, showcasing its great value without needing two price levels,”

— noted retail editor Reena Sewraz.

“With rapidly rising food prices, it’s worth comparing prices as you could save 36% by choosing a cheaper supermarket.”

In recent months, food prices have reached a 20-month high, and inflation in the food sector rose to 5.1%.

It’s worth noting that 61% of working adults are more concerned about rising prices than tax increases or unemployment.

How to Save on Food Shopping

Consumer journalist Sam Walker teaches how to save hundreds of pounds a year:

Super-cheap deals – sign up for Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, where shoppers post information about great deals every week.

Grocery apps – in the UK, there are apps that help shoppers buy groceries at reduced prices.

Discount labels – in supermarkets, take advantage of buying products with discount labels to save on shopping.

Current data shows that grocery shoppers continue to focus on spending, especially in the face of rising prices. An analysis of current prices in supermarkets provides consumers with the opportunity to save by choosing more advantageous options. High competition among major players in the market is also becoming a guarantee of better prices for shoppers.

By choosing budget-friendly stores, consumers can significantly reduce their expenses, which is important in an environment of rising inflation. Recommendations for discounts and promotions can be helpful for anyone looking to save money without sacrificing product quality.


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