Add thelocalreport.in As A Trusted Source
British The cheapest supermarkets of 2025 It beat other products on price in 10 out of 12 months last year.
By which analysis? Already discovered Aldi remains the country’s cheapest supermarket Topping its monthly price analysis for the fifth consecutive year.
In December, the average price of an Aldi basket of 68 items was £123.60. Consumer Champion Discoverymaking it the cheapest supermarket for more than 80% of the year.
Other budgets follow Retailer Lidl, is the cheapest in the other two months (July and October). In December, a basket of items at the German store cost £123.70, just 10p more expensive than Aldi.
In the battle for third place, Asda wins the most on average, offering the best value to shoppers looking for branded products money. In December, a basket of groceries cost £134.89 at the retailer.
Following closely behind is Tesco in fourth place overall, having overtaken Asda only twice this year. The retailer offers much better value for money for those on its popular Clubcard scheme, with a December basket costing £135.84 compared to £139.12 without the loyalty discount.
The second cheapest in 2025 is Sainsbury’s, but best of all it’s only available to shoppers using its Nectar card. Without loyalty discounts, Sainsbury’s ranks lower than Morrisons price average throughout the year.
In December, a basket at Sainsbury’s cost £141.45 with Nectar and £143.74 without. This month’s prices are even more expensive than Morrisons, at £140.03 with the More card and £140.20 without.
Ocado is the second most expensive brand in 2025, followed by Waitrose, which has the lowest price every month. In December, a basket at Ocado cost £155.23, while a basket at Waitrose cost £170.46.
Receive a free partial share worth up to £100.
Capital is at risk.
Terms and conditions apply.
advertise
Receive a free partial share worth up to £100.
Capital is at risk.
Terms and conditions apply.
advertise
That’s £46.86 more than Aldi. Assuming that such stores open on average every two to three weeks, the difference over a year could be more than £1,000.
As the results of the investigation are released, Cost of living remains a challenge For millions of Britons, high inflation combined with rising bills means that many can’t afford even the necessities of life.
Reina Servaz, which one? Retail editor said: “Aldi’s consistent performance illustrates why it is rated the UK’s cheapest supermarket for the fifth consecutive year. While Lidl continues to offer stiff competition among discounters and remains a good choice for those looking to save ShoppingAldi is the cheapest most months and offers the lowest prices overall.
“Our analysis also shows that Asda remains a good choice for shoppers looking for a wider range of branded goods at lower prices. With food costs still a major worry for many households, it really pays to shop around – choosing one supermarket over another can save shoppers hundreds of pounds over the course of a year.”