One thing I have done on my money saving journey is to say goodbye to name brands and hello to Aldi brands. Shopping Aldi has been a great money savings tip for my family. I live in a rural area and the only grocery store within 30 miles from my home is Shaw’s and their everyday high price tags. Therefore, every other week at minimum I head into the city to shop Aldi.
Do note, we do not like ALL Aldi brand products, however many of them are just as good as name brand. It is just about trying and seeing what your family likes. Also note, I will still buy name brands if there is a good ibotta offer for it!
Now, learn how much money I save just by switching to Aldi brand vs. Shaw’s brand or Name Brands on food items we use regularly. See price comparisons below!
Dog Treats 24oz
Aldi Price: $1.55
Shaw’s Price: $3.99
Total savings: $2.44
Dipped Granola Bars
Aldi Price: $1.39
Shaw’s Price: $3.49
Total savings: $2.10
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Aldi Price: $2.29
Shaw’s Price: $4.49
Total savings: $2.20
Dressing
Aldi Price: $0.89
Shaw’s Price: $2.49
Total savings: $1.60
Yellow Mustard
Aldi Price: $0.55
Shaw’s Price: $1.99
Total savings: $1.44
Tomato Sauce 8oz
Aldi Price: $0.25
Shaw’s Price: $0.69
Total savings: $0.44
Spices
Aldi Price: $0.95
Shaw’s Price: $1.99- $2.49
Total savings: $1.05-$1.54
Conclusion
The 7 items above would cost me $19.63 at Shaw’s. Alternatively, the 7 items above cost me just $7.87 at Aldi! This is how shopping at Aldi saves me big money off my grocery budget.
I love Aldi’s. I use them for reasonably priced fruit and vegetables. Their dairy offerings like milk, eggs, creamer and yogurt are so much cheaper than regular grocery stores.
I shop Aldi once a week! I find I’m buying less and less at our big grocery store and more at Aldi and Sam’s. Feeding a family of 6… every little bit of savings helps. [Side note: Thanks for using “Aldi” and not “Aldi’s”, which I see often but can’t figure out why.]
Are there any aldi brand items you’d particularly recommend to stay away from?
My family did not like their cream cheese brand. I am also picky with yogurts and have not tried those yet.