{"id":28509,"date":"2025-09-11T15:57:22","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T13:57:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=28509"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:52:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:52:04","slug":"shoprite-vs-ok-grocer-groceries-under-r1000","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/shoprite-vs-ok-grocer-groceries-under-r1000\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoprite vs OK Grocer: Which Offers the Best Groceries Under R1000?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In today\u2019s economy, making R1000 cover a full trolley is no small task. Between petrol price hikes and rising food costs, many Gauteng households are on the hunt for budget-friendly options. Two supermarket giants, Shoprite and OK Grocer, are often top of mind. But which one really gives you more bang for your buck?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s dive into a real comparison of these two retailers and see who delivers the best groceries under R1000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-compare-shoprite-and-ok-grocer\">Why Compare Shoprite and OK Grocer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both Shoprite and OK Grocer serve millions across South Africa, with strong footprints in Gauteng. They appeal to value-conscious shoppers by offering competitive prices, combo deals, and house-brand alternatives. However, a closer look reveals key differences in product selection, bundle value, and pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2067936349\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comparing-grocery-essentials-which-store-offers-better-combos\">Comparing Grocery Essentials: Which Store Offers Better Combos?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-combo-deal-r269\">OK Grocer Combo Deal &#8211; R269<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tastic Rice 5kg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White Star Maize Meal 5kg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Golden Cloud Cake Flour 5kg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excella Sunflower Oil 2L<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This combo is excellent for stocking up on essential staples. All brands included are trusted household names, offering both quality and quantity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read how<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/shoprite-launches-r5-toiletries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>Shoprite launches R5 toiletries to fight hygiene poverty in South Africa<\/strong> <\/a>and make essentials more accessible to all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-combo-deal-r199\">Shoprite Combo Deal &#8211; R199<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tastic Rice 5kg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Golden Cloud Flour 5kg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Super White Maize Meal 5kg<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While slightly cheaper, Shoprite\u2019s combo lacks cooking oil\u2014a staple in every kitchen. To match OK\u2019s combo, you\u2019d need to buy oil separately for R69.99, bringing your total to R268.99\u2014almost identical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>Tie<\/em> \u2013 Same staples, similar pricing, but OK includes oil in the initial price .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-protein-choices-meat-and-eggs-under-pressure\">Protein Choices: Meat and Eggs Under Pressure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer\">OK Grocer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rainbow Mixed Chicken Portions 2kg<\/strong> \u2013 R79.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ox Liver per kg<\/strong> \u2013 R69.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extra Large Eggs 18s<\/strong> \u2013 R49.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite\">Shoprite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Farmers Choice Mixed Chicken 2kg<\/strong> \u2013 R79.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chicken Livers 250g (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Large Eggs 30s<\/strong> \u2013 R74.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>Shoprite<\/em> for eggs (more value with 30s) and cheaper offal. OK edges ahead with liver but Shoprite offers bulk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2565920365\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dairy-and-spreads-the-breakfast-test\">Dairy and Spreads: The Breakfast Test<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-0\">OK Grocer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clover 2L Milk<\/strong> \u2013 R31.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Amasi 2L<\/strong> \u2013 R27.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>d&#8217;lite Fat Spread 500g<\/strong> \u2013 R12.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-0\">Shoprite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Amasi 2L<\/strong> \u2013 R29.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fat Spread 2 for 500g<\/strong> \u2013 R25 (R12.50 each)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clover Milk not listed directly<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>OK Grocer<\/em> \u2013 Marginally better value on fresh milk. Spread and amasi prices are nearly identical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-veggie-combos-and-fresh-produce\">Veggie Combos and Fresh Produce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-veggie-combo-r50\">OK Grocer Veggie Combo \u2013 R50<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Includes carrots (1kg), onions (1kg), potatoes (1kg), and spinach bunch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-equivalent-individual-purchase\"> Shoprite Equivalent (Individual Purchase)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mixed Frozen Veg 900g<\/strong> \u2013 R29.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No fresh produce combo listed in current flyer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>OK Grocer<\/em> \u2013 A full fresh produce combo for R50 wins over frozen options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1900821018\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-toiletries-personal-care-under-budget\">Toiletries: Personal Care Under Budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-1\">OK Grocer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lifebuoy Soap (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Colgate Toothpaste<\/strong> \u2013 R16.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shield Roll-On<\/strong> \u2013 R21.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vaseline 100ml (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R34<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-1\">Shoprite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dettol Soap (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Colgate Toothpaste 2x100ml<\/strong> \u2013 R39.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Renew Roll-On (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R22<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Renew Lotion 400ml<\/strong> \u2013 R19.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>Shoprite<\/em> \u2013 Offers better bundle pricing for multiple toiletries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compare more savings in our full breakdown of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/pick-n-pay-vs-checkers-which-offers-the-best-groceries-under-r1000-september-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pick n Pay vs Checkers: Which Offers the Best Groceries Under R1000 (September 2025)?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-household-essentials-and-cleaning-products\">Household Essentials and Cleaning Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-2\">OK Grocer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maq Washing Powder 2kg<\/strong> \u2013 R59.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-2\">Shoprite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maq Washing Powder 2kg<\/strong> \u2013 R59.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toilet Rolls 10s<\/strong> \u2013 R44.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>Shoprite<\/em> \u2013 Same Maq price but adds value with more cleaning supplies under R100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4206777586\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pantry-staples-tins-pasta-and-tea\">Pantry Staples: Tins, Pasta, and Tea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-3\">OK Grocer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lucky Star Pilchards 215g (3 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R49<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glen Teabags 100s<\/strong> \u2013 R29.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clover Vanilla Custard 1L<\/strong> \u2013 R24.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toothpaste, bread, seasoning<\/strong> \u2013 Various low-priced items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-3\">Shoprite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ritebrand Pilchards 400g (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R44.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ritebrand Teabags 100s<\/strong> \u2013 R21.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ritebrand Pasta (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thokoman Peanut Butter 480g<\/strong> \u2013 R39.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>Shoprite<\/em> \u2013 Larger pilchards, cheaper teabags, and solid pantry value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-snack-and-beverage-deals\">Snack and Beverage Deals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-4\">OK Grocer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reboost Energy Drink (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coca-Cola 1.5L (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R32<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-4\">Shoprite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Coca-Cola 2L (2 for)<\/strong> \u2013 R37<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner:<\/strong> <em>Shoprite<\/em> \u2013 More variety and bigger portions on drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover which grocery retailer is beating <strong>Pick n Pay, Checkers, and Spar<\/strong> on price in our latest feature: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/this-grocery-retailer-is-cheaper-than\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>This Grocery Retailer is Cheaper Than Pick n Pay, Checkers and Spar<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2176493207\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-total-basket-comparison-which-trolley-stretches-r1000\">Total Basket Comparison: Which Trolley Stretches R1000?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a side-by-side of a balanced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.okfoods.co.za\/content\/dam\/okfoods\/ok-food-leaflets\/south-africa\/2025\/09-sep\/wk37-09\/NOR-Grocer-WK-37-4PG.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">R1000 grocery trolley<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ok-grocer-basket\"><strong>OK Grocer Basket<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>R269 Combo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chicken 2kg \u2013 R79.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eggs 18s \u2013 R49.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Veggie Combo \u2013 R50<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Milk \u2013 R31.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Amasi \u2013 R27.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fat Spread \u2013 R12.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soap \u2013 R28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toothpaste \u2013 R16.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shield Roll-On \u2013 R21.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vaseline \u2013 R34<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maq 2kg \u2013 R59.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pilchards 3 for \u2013 R49<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teabags \u2013 R29.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total: R791.91<\/strong><br><em>Leaves room for fresh fruit, snacks, or bulk items.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"518\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28544\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597771.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-28544\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"548\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28545\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597778.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-28545\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"545\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-1.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-28543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-1.png 545w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-1-242x300.png 242w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-1-150x186.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-1-450x557.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 545px) 100vw, 545px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"496\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-28542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707.png 496w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-220x300.png 220w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-150x204.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597707-450x612.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 496px) 100vw, 496px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoprite-basket\"><strong>Shoprite Basket<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>R199 Combo + Oil \u2013 R268.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chicken 2kg \u2013 R79.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eggs 30s \u2013 R74.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Amasi \u2013 R29.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fat Spread 2 for \u2013 R25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dettol Soap \u2013 R28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toothpaste 2x100ml \u2013 R39.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roll-On \u2013 R22<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lotion \u2013 R19.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maq 2kg \u2013 R59.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pilchards 2 for \u2013 R44.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teabags \u2013 R21.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pasta (2 for) \u2013 R25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mixed Veg Frozen \u2013 R29.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total: R800.90<\/strong><br><em>Also leaves room for extras or non-food items.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597382.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-28537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597382.png 568w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597382-252x300.png 252w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597382-150x178.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597382-450x535.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597392.png\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-28538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597392.png 535w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597392-238x300.png 238w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597392-150x189.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gauteng-image-1757597392-450x568.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"529\" height=\"675\" data-id=\"28539\" 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Eggs<\/td><td>Shoprite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dairy &amp; Spreads<\/td><td>OK Grocer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Veggie Value<\/td><td>OK Grocer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Toiletries<\/td><td>Shoprite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pantry &amp; Snacks<\/td><td>Shoprite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overall Basket Value<\/td><td>Tie<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2896637803\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choose-based-on-your-needs\">Choose Based on Your Needs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer <strong>fresh produce and known-name staples<\/strong>, OK Grocer comes out ahead. But if you\u2019re after <strong>bulk savings on toiletries and pantry basics<\/strong>,<a href=\"https:\/\/specials.shoprite.co.za\/deals\/ncritebrandsavings08sep21sep2025\/2\/index.html#zoom=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Shoprite <\/a>might be your go-to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, it\u2019s less about which store is better overall and more about what matters to your household.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Prices are subject to change by date and store location. The above prices were accurate at the time of publishing from flyers valid until 21 September 2025.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking to stretch your budget? 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