Even if you’re able to get to the grocery store, these days, many people are finding that using grocery delivery and pickup is a helpful alternative to browsing the aisles of the grocery store with their lists.
Whether you’re trying one of these options for the first time, trying it again after a break, or it’s something you use regularly, I hope this post can give you lots of helpful tips and guidelines for saving money with grocery delivery and pickup. I’m going to cover the basics of each option in case you’re unfamiliar, and then I’ll share my best advice for saving money.
Saving Money with Grocery Delivery and Pickup
How Grocery Delivery Works
The first step with grocery delivery is choosing a service. Some individual stores have delivery through their own sites (Walmart, Safeway, Kroger, Whole Foods, Harris Teeter, and Food Lion, for example), while other stores do delivery through services like Instacart and Shipt.
Some of these sites and services have their own apps that allow you to place your order on your phone, although I usually find it’s easier to do it on my computer. It’s up to you. When you’re ready to place your order, it’s time to look at your meal plan and decide what you want to buy. Remember that depending on the delivery service, some items might be marked up to a higher price than you’re used to. You will also have to pay some kind of delivery fee (sometimes it’s a flate rate; someties it’s a percentage of your order).
Now you’ll need to schedule a time for the groceries to be delivered (note: some sites have you pick this time before you place your order). It’s usually an hourlong window during which your groceries will come to your house. And hopefully, the delivery person will let you know when they’re on the way!
While your order is being shopped, sometimes you may hae the opportunity to communicate with the shopper. Depending on the service, they may talk to you if they can’t find something or if they are attempting to substitute an item that is out of stock.
Finally, you’ll receive your groceries, pay for your order, and tip the delivery person (usually done in the app). Remember that these shoppers are working hard to get you exactly what you ordered, so make sure to tip them well! You’re paying for the luxury of not having to go to the store.
How Grocery Pickup Works
Today is the last day to head over to shopDisney where you can get 25% off swimwear and swim accessories with code SUMMER25.
For the best deals shop the sale section and grab perfect gifts to tuck away!
Some of the Sales Running:
Beach Towels, $10 (reg. $16.99)
Disney Light Up and Color Change Tumblers, $7 (reg. $12.99)
You can also add either (or both) of these deals to any order.
Summer Fun Cooler, $16 (reg. $26.99)
with any other purchase
Summer Fun Blanket, $15 (reg. $19.99)
with any other purchase
Offer valid through today 6/4. Shipping free on $75 or more with SHIPMAGIC.
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Head over to Olympia Sports where you can get the Asics GEL Sonoma 5 Men’s or Women’s Trail Running Shoes on sale for $38.
Layered with GEL technology in the heel, this offering supplies excellent shock reduction between strides, while the trail-specific outsole increases your grip on uneven surfaces. Grab your size while available!
Offer valid for a limited time. Shipping is free.
See more online shopping.
If you’re heading to Bi-Lo, look for these Bi-Lo unadvertised deals I found this week. Get Tide PODS for $3.29, Smithfield ham steaks for $2.24, and more.
Remember that clearance deals will vary by store. Look through the full Bi-lo ad to see all the current deals.
Clearance Deal
- Sneakz Organic Yummy Veggie Nutrition Milk Shake, 4 pk, $1.75
- Pastifico Di Martino Penne Mezzani Rigate, 16 oz, 70¢
- Proctor Silex Electric Kettle, $9.50
- Libby’s Pumpkin Pie Mix, 82¢
- Bob’s Red Mill Flaxseed, 13 oz, $2.25
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Bic Cristal Bold Pens, 8 ct, 70¢
-$1.50/2 Bic Stationery items printable
(makes it FREE) - Bic Round Stic Grip, 8 ct, 62¢
-$1.50/2 Bic Stationery items printable
(makes it FREE) - Bic Stic Grip Pens, 8 ct, 62¢
-$1.50/2 Bic Stationery items printable
(makes it FREE) - Evenflo Advanced Disposable Nursing Pads, 40 ct, $2.99
- Nuk Wide Neck Bottle, $3.30
- Playtex Baby VentAire Bottle, $2.74
- Classic Pacifier Value Pack, 3 ct, $3.49 Read More→
Check out this offer to get a Free $5 prepaid Visa Gift Card when you spend $20 on select P&G products or a Free $15 prepaid Visa Gift Card when you spend $50.
Stock up on all your favorite brands like Tide, Downy, Gain, Crest, and more with this deal! This rebate is valid at any store and can be used for online purchases as well.
Check out this Target deal to pair with coupons and a gift card offer to save on Tide products.
Target Deal Idea:
Buy:
(3) Tide Pods Laundry Detergent Pacs 42-Count $11.99 ea.
Tide To Go Stain Remover $2.99
Use:
-20% off Tide PODS Laundry Detergent Pacs, 32 & 42 ct , Target Circle (exp 6/6) eCoupon
-25% off Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen, 1 & 3 ct, mini, Target Circle (exp 6/6) eCoupon
Subscribe to save 5% on applicable items
Opt for in-store pickup
Pay $31.99, Get a Free $10 Target Gift Card
Submit for $5 P&G Rebate when you spend $20
makes it $16.99
Offer valid through 8/31.
See more Rebates.
Heading to Publix? Look for these Publix unadvertised deals! This week I found Mama Mary’s pizza crust for $1.64, FREE So Delicious yogurt, and more.
Closeout deals will vary by store. Remember to look through the full Publix weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Closeout Deals
- Alter Eco Organic Chocolate Bar, $3
- Maple Hill Organic Milk Shelf Stable, 4 pk , $3.49
- Zone Perfect Maros Bars, 5 ct, $5
-$1.50/2 Zone Perfect multipacks (sign up) printable
-$1.50 off ZonePerfect Macros bars, 5 ct. (EXP 6/8) printable (limit reached)
-$1.50/2 ZonePerfect Bar Multi-Packs, 4-ct+, on same receipt, Ibotta mobile app
(Buy 2, use $1.50/2 and ibotta, makes it $3.50 )
Buy One Get Ones
- Buchi Kombucha, 12 oz, at $3.29 ($1.64)
- Concord Coleslaw Seasoning Mix, 1.87 oz, at 99¢ (49¢)
- Seneca Apple Chips, 2.5 oz, at $2.19 ($1.09)
- Greenfield Ham Diced or Cubed, 8 oz, at $3.99 ($1.99)
- Crab Smart Surimi, 8 oz, at $3.99 ($1.99)
- Chobani Oat Milk, 52 oz, at $3.99 ($1.99)
- Chiquita Yuca Cassava, 1 lb, at $1.65 (82¢)
- Popsicle Ice Pops or Fudgesicle Pops, 9-34.65 oz, at $4.54 ($2.27)
- Heinz BBQ Sauce, 18.6-21.4 oz, at $2.59 ($1.29)
-$10 Publix Gift Card WYB $50 in Participating Kraft, Nabisco, Pepsi Co, or P&G Brands, Online rebate - Belgioioso Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, 8 oz, at $4.99 ($2.49)
- Mama Mary Pizza Crust, at $5.29 ($2.64)
-$1/2 Mama Mary’s Pizza Crust found on select products
-$1 off Mama Mary’s pizza crust printable
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Looking to lose or maintain a healthy weight? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join Weight Watchers.
Join for free plus get a free month and a free WW Cookbook with purchase of select plans.
As an idea, you can get 1 month free and no sign up fee when you select a 3 month plan. You’ll pay $13.96 per month for 3 months. That makes it $3.22 a week.
Note: Your plan will auto renew unless cancelled.
Offer valid through 6/8.
See more online shopping.
Grab some athletic apparel with this Adidas sale from Macy’s! Get up to 70% off socks, hoodies, leggings, and more.
Click on the “Last Act” box under Offers on the left side of the Macy’s page to see the participating products.
Most of the items in the sale are for kids, but there are a few adult choices, too.
Deal Ideas:
3-Pack Men’s No-Show Socks $5.53 (reg. $14)
Boys’ Fleece Hoodie $12.96 (reg. $45)
Girls’ Velour Leggings $13.93 (reg. $35)
These prices are valid for a limited time. Shipping is FREE with orders of $25 or more (or choose FREE curbside pickup if available).
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Saving money can’t get any easier than by using your phone and shopping with the Ibotta mobile app. With so many direct-linked stores, just load any offers you want and then head off to shop!
Savings Tip: My favorite way to load offers is in the store. Scan the barcode of products and the app will find any offers available.
If you’ve never used Ibotta and want to know more, head over and watch a short how to video I made.
Check out all of the new Ibotta Offers we have found so far this week, it’s a great list with some sweet high value offers!
This Week’s New Ibotta Offers:
Specially Marked Offers:
50% off after offer!
$1.99 off Fresh Cravings Cashew Dips, 8 oz, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$1.75 off Healthy Choice Power Dressing, Creamy Italian variety, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$1.75 off Healthy Choice Power Dressing, Creamy Ranch variety, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$1.75 off Healthy Choice Power Dressing, Garden French variety, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$1.75 off Healthy Choice Power Dressing. Greener Goddess variety, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
B1G1 after offer!
$2.88/2 Rise Nitro Cold Brew Coffee, 7 oz, on same receipt, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev-coffee)
$1.99/2 Love Corn Premium Crunchy Corn, any, on same receipt, at Target Ibotta eCoupon (exp BOGO)
$2.62/2 Love Corn Premium Crunchy Corn, any, on same receipt, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon (exp groc-snack)
$3.49/2 Love Corn Premium Crunchy Corn, any, on same receipt, at Whole Foods Ibotta eCoupon (exp groc-snack)
$1.12/2 Trident Singles, 14-ct Spearmint, Tropical, Original or Cinnamon varieties, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
Free after offer!
$1.79 off Wallaby Organic Aussie Greek Yogurt, 5.3 oz cup, at Whole Foods Ibotta eCoupon (exp Free after offer)
Baby Care:
$3 off Pampers Diapers – boxed Swaddlers, Cruisers/360, Baby Dry and Pure varieties, excl bags, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$3 off Pampers Easy-Ups Training Underwear, select Enormous or Value Pack varieties, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$2 off Pampers Splashers Diapers, any, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
Beverages:
$2.25 off Sparkling Ice, 24-pk 17 oz bottles, at Sam’s Club Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev)
$3 off Bushmills Irish Whiskey, 750 mL+ Original, or Black or Red Bush, check residency requirements Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev-alc)
$3 off Hangar 1 Vodka, 750 mL+, check residency requirements Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev-alc)
$2 off Jose Cuervo Margaritas. 1.75 L bottle or 4-pk cans, Authentic or Golden varieties, check residency requirements Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev-alc)
$2 off Jose Cuervo Tequila, 750 mL + Especial or Tradicional varieties, check residency requirements Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev-alc)
$3 off PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur, 750 mL, check residency requirements Ibotta eCoupon (exp bev-alc)
$2 off Chameleon Cold Brew Pour & Enjoy Coffee, 46 oz Black or Vanilla varieties, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$2 off Chameleon Cold Brew Pour & Enjoy Coffee, 46 oz Black or Vanilla varieties, at Kroger Ibotta eCoupon
$2.50 off Chameleon Cold-Brew Coffee Concentrate, 32 oz, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$2.50 off Chameleon Cold-Brew Coffee Concentrate, 32 oz, at Harris Teeter, Kroger, Target Ibotta eCoupon
$4 off Organic Valley FUEL Protein Milk Shake, 4-pk, at Sprouts, Whole Foods Ibotta eCoupon
$2 off Organic Valley FUEL Protein Milk Shake,11 oz, at Sprouts, Whole Foods Ibotta eCoupon
Grocery:
$2 off Fiorucci Paninos Italian Assortment, 17 oz pack, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$2 off True Made Veggie Ketchup, any, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon (exp groc-pantry)
$3 off Kellogg’s Apple Jacks Jumbo Snax, 12-ct, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$3 off Kellogg’s Corn Pops Jumbo Snax, 12-ct, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$3 off Kellogg’s Froot Loops Jumbo Snax, 12-ct, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$3 off Kellogg’s Tiger Paws Jumbo Snax, 12-pk, at Walmart Ibotta eCoupon
$2.50/2 Tic Tac Bottle Pack Mints, 3.4 oz, on same receipt, excl X-Freeze Mints Ibotta eCoupon (exp groc-snack)
$2/2 Tic Tac X-Freeze Mints, 1.7 oz, on same receipt Ibotta eCoupon (exp groc-snack)
$2 off Werther’s Original Hard Caramels, 39.75 oz bag, at Sam’s Club Ibotta eCoupon
