Comments on: Why is ALDI so much cheaper than other supermarkets?

By: Amanda

Amanda — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 15:18:19 +0000

Aldi is as big as it needs to be. Doubling the size of th e store would simply increase the cost to build, operate, and maintain; therefore, increasing the cost of the product. Aldi has spent a great deal of time and effort to optimize in order to maintain those wonderfully low prices. It’s just about perfect already, trust the system. Enjoy!

By: Mabest

Mabest — Sun, 26 Jan 2014 18:35:15 +0000

I live at Syracuse, NY. And just came back from Aldi. One of my friend has told me that they are Cheap. Really was shocked. Because the the SALT not just salt everything, they were selling was so much cheaper even than Walmart or the another market calls '' Price Rite.'' But the only thing that they would have change is the size of store. If the double it the size that would be even much better. People would be coming more and more. Next to Aldi there is a rip off super-market '' Price Chopper.'' I can't imagine why people are shopping from there? there prices are (can't say!) although it's busy. Lollll. What the hell is wrong with people? Why people don't support them by shopping. From now and on, I will be shopping at Aldi.

By: referencegirl

referencegirl — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 20:03:44 +0000

Weird. I have never been treated rudely or lacked for customer service at Aldi.

By: dontbeliveeverythingyouread

dontbeliveeverythingyouread — Mon, 25 Nov 2013 14:40:13 +0000

i want to see real proof from a real study, that means not some random website that organic is any better than GMO’s

By: Miz Me

Miz Me — Sat, 23 Nov 2013 05:11:02 +0000

I love Aldi. Started shopping there in the late 1970′s! When I was stationed in what was then West Germany, I was shocked when I saw an Aldi there (Specifically, an Aldi Sud, which is the branch of Aldi that runs the American Aldi stores); I had just assumed it was an American Midwest store. I love it when I find the German specialty items; it’s an opportunity to have a little treat from my past. I will never forget the first time I took my grandson in one; he was surprised by how nice it was. His paternal family was always talking it down. Unfortunately, Aldi still has a pretty poor reputation amongst those who know no better. Still, these days, I see a lot of expensively dressed people in the store with me. You know times are tight when the Lexus crowd starts parking in the Aldi lot.

There is another local chain in this area that has prices that compete well with Aldi, an employee-owned business that uitilizes some of the same strategies that Aldi’s uses, but which prides itself on it’s vast selections. It’s actually overwhelming. I prefer Aldi, I <3 Aldi.

Well, thanks for letting me yarn about my favorite grocer.

By: Esther Luna

Esther Luna — Fri, 22 Nov 2013 15:56:03 +0000

We have lived in Chicago and Pennsylvania where we were used to Aldi. When we prepared to move to Texas in 2010, we were disappointed to hear that there were no Aldis there. Amazingly, Aldi opened a whole lot of stores near us at the same time that we moved here! In fact, one that opened just as we were moving in, is a 10 minute walk from our house! I enjoyed teaching new customers about the unique ways in which Aldi operates. I have found the staff to be extremely warm and helpful. There also seems to be a sense of comradery among the customers, a very diverse bunch of people. When I only have a few items, it is unusual for someone with more items to not offer to allow me in line ahead of him. We absolutely love the benefits of Aldi so conveniently located close to our home. Something I hadn’t seen mentioned yet is the chocolate– High quality European dark chocolates!

By: Alan

Alan — Fri, 22 Nov 2013 00:08:05 +0000

I got here from a topic on Homesteading Today dot com

By: Alan

Alan — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 23:59:33 +0000

I agree totally, I have found our local store employees to be very helpful and friendly.
GREAT prices and GREAT service. All I have to do is ask. NO, They do not waste money having a couple extra people standing around asking customers if they need help. I find that very annoying anyway.

By: cusxla

cusxla — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 23:53:31 +0000

Aldi is a decent place to shop and save money. However, the meat and produce there is not good. One initial observation of the beef cuts, they look pale and non appetizing. The ground beef looked decent. I purchased basic ground beef 2 times at Aldi. The first time we got sick eating the ground beef. I thought it was a fluke and purchased ground beef again, consumed it, and got ill again. The produce is just not right. I bought some apples and bananas and they never spoiled. You would think that this would be a good thing, but the bananas never turned brown even after sitting on my counter for 3 weeks. This is not natural. All quality bananas will ripen withing a week.
I have never had issues with the frozen food or canned foods. Basic items like salt, flour, sugar, etc., are great. I do buy the basic stuff at Aldi, but stay away from the meat and produce.

By: Mystikroze

Mystikroze — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 22:05:14 +0000

Unfortunately wine is not available in ALDI’s stores in all states due to strict liquor laws. Would be great if we could get it here….last time I shopped at ALDI’s in another state I was surprised to see such great prices on the wine. Good to hear that they taste good as well!