We usually get our groceries at Aldi for $40 a week. I was shocked when I tried using that same budget at Trader Joe’s.
August 19, 20240
I went for corn tortillas on this grocery run.
Joe Opaleski
Tortillas are great for making tacos, burritos, or quesadillas. They heat up nicely in the microwave or a pan, making them a convenient option for quick meals.
Trader Joe’s offers a pack of 12 corn tortillas for $2.49, whereas Aldi sells a 20-pack of on toast, add it to smoothies, or eat it straight from the jar.
I bought a jar for $1.99 and compared it to my $1.79 kitchen staple at Aldi.
In addition to it being more expensive, Trader Joe’s no-stir peanut butter seemed a little less dense than Aldi’s, so I went through it faster.
Oats: $3.49
A bunch of bananas cost me about the same at both stores.
Joe Opaleski
Bananas are always on my weekly shopping list. I typically use them for snacking, smoothies, and are a sweet and juicy treat, especially in the summer. I usually end up eating two at a time as a snack on hot afternoons.
Both stores sold similar bags of the tiny oranges, but Trader Joe’s cost $3.99 and Aldi’s cost $3.59.
Chocolate treat: $2.29
Trader Joe’s was more expensive than Aldi.
Joe Opaleski
My total at Trader Joe’s, including tax, came to $49.87.
That’s $9.87 more than I’d typically spend at Aldi, and I opted not to get my usual green grapes because they would’ve put me too far over budget.
Although Trader Joe’s offers a variety of unique products and high-quality options, it’s just a bit too expensive to meet my weekly needs.
