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reversering t1_j1yiw3c wrote

IMO Alid is worth it. I save $50 - $100 a week over going to ACME or GIANT. It really can save you a lot.

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kellyoohh t1_j1z8enm wrote

Third this. I do all my grocery shopping at Aldi and it makes a huge difference.

I sometimes supplement produce at riverwards. Their packaged goods are expensive but their produce is relatively in line with aldi so I tend to go to riverwards for fresh stuff in between aldi trips.

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gaja_s7p3m4f8-3b OP t1_j20jrpf wrote

Just went to Aldi. Literally 1/2 the final cost for a typical grocery run than Giant. Great suggestion thank you so much! xo

I had to figure out how to take the Broad Ridge Spur (I didn’t know this existed). Only a little confusing. The SEPTA employees were very kind and helped me.

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Basic_Visual6221 t1_j1zgg63 wrote

Use acme app. The coupons and rewards do help. I've saved $3,000 in the last 3 years using the app.

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grittyfanboi t1_j20sy08 wrote

Highly recommend Aldi and honestly if you can get a bike and some paniers, saves you a lot of time. I ride once a week over to the one at Front and Oregon and it saves me and my wife so much money.

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rundy_emcee t1_j1z5hqo wrote

Second this, fits your description perfectly if you’re willing to do the commute you mentioned.

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porkchameleon t1_j1z8cnl wrote

I just checked it on Instacart: selection is poor compared to what I get elsewhere, and prices are lower only on some items, the rest is on par with ACME and Heirloom Market (which have a much better selection).

I also wouldn't be saving that much (I simply don't buy enough), so getting to Aldi (the closest one is way too far out) - my mileage will definitely vary.

I'ma stick to Instacart and local grocery stores.

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FistfulOPubes t1_j1zmhyx wrote

Just an FYI, prices in Instacart are a good 25-30% higher than you’d pay in person.

Source: an Instacart shopper left the receipt in the bag once and I compared prices to what I paid.

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porkchameleon t1_j1zuvte wrote

I shop at a handful of shops, and I compare prices of groceries to my local supermarket. Yes, the prices get an up charge in some places (it’s easy to see when searching for something specific across different outlets), but I wasn’t paying over much (if anything extra at all) at where I shop.

I also use ACME’s own delivery service, that one had the same prices/deals as in store; worth monthly subscription and a tip to the DoorDash driver.

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