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- We usually spend $40 a week at Aldi. I took the same list to Piggly Wiggly and didn’t come close to sticking to my budget. (newsbreak.com)
I compared my usual $40 weekly grocery budget at Aldi to Piggly Wiggly. Some items, such as frozen vegetables and coffee, were similarly priced. However, grapes, chocolate, and several other items were significantly more expensive at Piggly Wiggly.
Here’s a breakdown of some key items:
- Penne pasta: $2.09 at Piggly Wiggly, $0.98 at Aldi
- Mixed greens: $3.50 at Piggly Wiggly, $2.89 at Aldi
- Shredded cheese: $2.79 at Piggly Wiggly, $2.19 at Aldi
- Flour tortillas: $4.49 at Piggly Wiggly, $1.99 at Aldi
While Piggly Wiggly offers a wider variety, Aldi’s generic products and lower prices make it a better choice for my budget. My total at Piggly Wiggly came to $57.89 with tax, almost $18 over my budget.