Updated October 9, 2026. ALDI’s model in 2026 is the same idea as when this page was first written: a smaller store, mostly house brands, and a lower shelf price than the national brand next door. The exact “29 best” prices from 2020 are not 2026 prices. Compare the unit price on the tag.
Categories that still tend to beat a conventional grocery store on price:
- Milk and the store-brand non-dairy milks
- Eggs
- Cheese, butter, and yogurt
- Canned tomatoes, beans, and tuna
- Pasta, rice, oats, and cereal
- Produce in season, especially bagged staples
- Frozen vegetables, fruit, and pizza
- Snacks and chocolate under the house labels
- Olive oil and basic spices
- Paper towels, trash bags, and detergent
Skip or compare carefully when you need a specific national brand, a wide organic selection, or a cut of meat you want to choose yourself. ALDI’s weekly ad is the current list. A 2020 “best of” price is not.