CINCINNATI — We're all looking for ways to save money on groceries, and with new deals dropping every Wednesday, this week is stacked with savings. But the best store for you really depends on what's on your shopping list.
Kroger: Customer Appreciation Week
Kroger's Customer Appreciation Week runs through Tuesday, featuring deals including:
- Kroger pasta for just 88 cents
- Buy one, get two free on Tyson chicken drumsticks, thighs, or wings
- Free Kroger chocolate milk for National Chocolate Milk Day on Saturday
"So what we do know is that customers love chocolate milk. It's actually a Kroger fan favorite, so we wanted to get in on the fun," Kroger Corporate Affairs Manager Jennifer Moore said.
Those interested in claiming a free half-gallon of chocolate milk can download a digital coupon to redeem it Friday or Saturday.
Kroger is also offering another Senior Day next Wednesday, where shoppers 55 and up get 5% off their entire purchase.
"We really wanted to make it a welcoming event, so we will be offering refreshments too. It's our way of saying thank you to them," Moore said.
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Meijer: $1 deals
Meijer is focusing on its $1 deals through the end of the month. Hundreds of items cost just a buck, including grocery basics, household essentials, and personal care products.
Walmart: Monday Night Football party spread
If you're hosting a Monday Night Football watch party, Walmart may be your go-to option. The store offers a party spread for eight people that comes out to under $7 per person.
The spread includes chips, dips, soda, cookies, wings and more.
Aldi: Fall flavors at great prices
For fall flavors, Aldi is the spot this week with their various seasonal deals, including:
- Pumpkins for $3.99
- Michigan Gala apples for $1.99 (3-pound bag)
- Ground beef for $5.75 per pound (sold in 4-pound packages)
I tracked the comparison of prices for five essential products across all four stores this week. Below you'll find a complete breakdown of all five products, so you don't waste your money. This week's essentials are:
- One gallon of 2% milk
- A dozen eggs
- A loaf of whole wheat bread
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Ground beef
Lowest prices across four major stores:
- Milk (1 gallon, 2%) – $1.99 at Meijer
- Eggs (1 dozen, large) – $2.72 at Walmart
- Bread (loaf of whole wheat) – $1.39 at Meijer
- Chicken breast (per pound, boneless skinless) – $2.59 at Meijer
- Ground beef (per pound) – $4.69 at Meijer
All prices are current as of Sep. 24: Prices may vary by location.
Full Price Comparison:
| Store | Milk (1 gal, 2%) | Eggs (1 doz, large) | Bread (whole wheat loaf) | Chicken breast (per lb, boneless skinless) | Ground beef (per lb) |
| Kroger | $2.59 | $2.89 | $1.79 | $2.99 | $7.49 |
| Walmart | $2.42 | $2.72 | $1.97 | $2.67 | $6.93 |
| Aldi | $2.99 | $2.99 | $1.55 | $3.49 | $7.19 |
| Meijer | $1.99 | $2.79 | $1.39 | $2.59 | $4.69 |
Price Breakdown by Store:
Kroger
- Milk (1 gal, 2%): $2.59
- Eggs (1 doz, large): $2.89
- Bread (whole wheat loaf): $1.79
- Chicken breast (per lb, boneless skinless): $2.99
- Ground beef (per lb): $7.49
Walmart
- Milk (1 gal, 2%): $2.42
- Eggs (1 doz, large): $2.72
- Bread (whole wheat loaf): $1.97
- Chicken breast (per lb, boneless skinless): $2.67
- Ground beef (per lb): $6.93
Aldi
- Milk (1 gal, 2%): $2.99
- Eggs (1 doz, large): $2.99
- Bread (whole wheat loaf): $1.55
- Chicken breast (per lb, boneless skinless): $3.49
- Ground beef (per lb): $7.19
Meijer
- Milk (1 gal, 2%): $1.99
- Eggs (1 doz, large): $2.79
- Bread (whole wheat loaf): $1.39
- Chicken breast (per lb, boneless skinless): $2.59
- Ground beef (per lb): $4.69
This information is your weekly resource for smarter shopping. I update it every Wednesday with fresh numbers for the week. If you have any other products you’d like me to track, email me at Taylor.Nimmo@wcpo.com.
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