When shopping, many South Africans aim to make every rand count.
With the cost of living still climbing, shoppers are hunting for the best bargains to fill their trolleys without breaking the bank.
This week, we compared 16 everyday grocery items at Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, and Woolworths to find out where you can get the most value for your money.
Which supermarket has the best prices this weekend?
Pick n Pay stands out as the most affordable supermarket for essential groceries, offering some relief for budget-conscious shoppers.
Here’s how the total cost of the basket stacks up this week:
Checkers comes out on top as the most affordable option, with a full basket costing R854.85. Pick n Pay follows at R864.84, while Shoprite and Woolworths are the most expensive options this week at R886.84 and R911.84 respectively.
SASSA grant recipients can maximise their funds this month by taking advantage of special discounts and in-store promotions.
NOTE:
We do not factor in discounts or card-holder specials in this comparison.
When the exact name-brand items are not available, we use the nearest alternative house-brand.
Due to fluctuations in prices both inland and at the coast in South Africa, the prices below are based on those payable in Gauteng.
*Please note the prices are subject to change and were accurate at the time of publishing.
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