I went to Aldi and Kroger last week — after three weeks of doing grocery pickup. It was so good to shop in-store again… even if I didn’t get that many great deals!
A lot of people had asked whether I had noticed grocery prices going up recently. I haven’t noticed many price increases at Kroger, but I was really shocked by how much prices had gone up at Aldi! I hadn’t been in maybe 3 months and so many item were $0.25 to $0.50 higher than they used to be!
In fact, I feel like some of the Aldi prices were higher than some Kroger regular prices and a lot of them were definitely higher than the Kroger sale prices!
But they did have a great deal on apples — $1.99 for a 3-lb. bag!
Here’s what I ended up getting. It was $48 (including tax) for all of this.
And then I ran by a Kroger store that I don’t usually shop at and go around $20 worth of items — including the Ground Turkey that was on sale for $2.49 each with the weekly digital deal.
Beth says
I generally go to Aldi once a month. As of early October a few prices had gone up a little but not significantly. Hopefully I won’t get a surprise next time I go! A lot of Walmart items went up 10-25 cents and Kroger’s meat especially went up. The sale prices for beef and pork are definitely higher. I used to get big roasts from Sam’s Club and cut them up for the freezer. Now their beef is $1+ more a pound. I stretch meat but I have four boys whose appetites are growing. I think I’m going to have to adjust our grocery budget significantly soon :(.
Anne M says
Aldi’s prices here are fine compared to other grocery stores in the area. The one near me is the closest store of any kind to my house, even walking distance in a pinch, which counts for a lot.
Crystal Paine says
We used to live within walking distance of Aldi and it was the best!
Csandst1 says
You’re right about Aldi. They are not a good deal in my area any more. Prices in most items are 20% more than a few months ago. Most of my shopping used to be at Aldi but no more. Costco, BJ’s and Walmart get most of my business.
Amanda says
I totally agree!