Groceries are getting seriously expensive lately. But before you give up your favorite snacks or switch to home-brand everything, there are a few handy apps that can help you slash your supermarket bill—without sacrificing your lifestyle.
These are just apps I personally use and recommend—no sponsorships or referrals here, just honest tips to help you save!
Here are my favourite grocery-saving apps that I actually use and recommend to friends:
🏷️ 1. Half Price – Coles & Woolies Weekly Deals
This app shows you all the current 50% off specials from Coles and Woolworths. It’s perfect for spotting discounts on pantry items, snacks, cleaning products, and more—so you can stock up without overspending.
💡 N’s Tip: Plan your weekly shop around the 50% off list. You’ll be surprised how much you can save on regular essentials!
Why I love it:
- Updated weekly
- No login or signup needed
- Simple interface = quick to check before shopping
📊 2. Frugl – Price Comparison App
Frugl lets you compare prices between Coles and Woolies in real-time. You can search any product and see where it’s cheaper—or find cheaper alternatives. You can even track price history!
💡 N’s Tip: Use this when you’re meal planning or checking if those “deals” are really deals.
Why I love it:
- Price tracking on your fave products
- Health filters (great for allergies or dietary needs)
- Works for both in-store and online
📋 3. WiseList – Grocery Lists + Specials in One Place
WiseList is part shopping list, part budgeting tool. You can create your list and it’ll automatically show you which store has the best prices for each item. It also has fuel prices, receipts tracking, and a meal planner!
💡 N’s Tip: Set your budget in the app—it’ll keep a running total as you build your list. Handy if you’re trying to stick to $100 or $150 a week.
Why I love it:
- Combines groceries + fuel + lists in one
- Super organised (perfect if you like planning ahead)
- Helps avoid impulse buys at the shops
🥦 Final Thoughts
Groceries are one of the biggest weekly expenses, but with these apps, you can cut back without cutting out the stuff you love. Even just using one or two of them can make a noticeable difference over time.
📱Want to try these apps? They’re all free and available on iPhone & Android:
Let me know if you’ve tried any of these—or if you have another fave I should add!
See you in the next post!
— N
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