Verified basket note: These planning estimates use the current catalogue week Australian supermarket five-item basket for 2 Sept 2026–8 Sept 2026. They are not guaranteed checkout totals. New weeks are shown only after all four stores have comparable evidence.
Quick answer
$27.30 lowest verified basket for a family of four. Data generated: 4 Sept 2026.
The cheapest supermarket depends on what you are buying. Comparing a fixed family dinner basket is more useful than comparing one headline product in isolation.
This page applies the comparison framework to the latest verified five-item basket, with the same products and quantities used for both stores.
How to compare a weekly dinner basket
| Store comparison | Current result |
|---|---|
| Coles fixed basket | $30.40 |
| Woolworths fixed basket | $27.30 |
| Difference | $3.10 · Woolworths lower |
| $27.30 lowest verified basket | |
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Plan around the better dealFrequently asked questions
Is Coles or Woolworths cheaper?
It depends on the exact basket, products, pack sizes, store and catalogue period. Use a complete dated basket rather than a single-item comparison.
What is included in the comparison?
The framework compares a fixed seven-dinner family basket, using advertised specials and clearly stated estimates.
Can MealPantry compare both supermarkets for me?
Yes. MealPantry can compare the major Australian supermarkets and build a shopping list around your budget.
MealPantry app
Turn this plan into your shopping list.
Set your budget, household size and favourite cuisines. MealPantry builds affordable dinners around current Australian supermarket specials.
Scan to download
MealPantry for iPhone