Planning a braai this weekend? You can breathe a sigh of relief!
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s decision to freeze the VAT means your braai budget just got a little less squeezed for future weekends.
While you’ll still want to shop around for the best deals on meat, drinks, and charcoal, this news is a welcome break for braai lovers across South Africa.
Despite the likelihood of rain dampening outdoor plans for some this weekend, braai enthusiasts can still enjoy indoors.
To help you save money, The South African website compared the prices of key braai items at Checkers, Shoprite, Pick n Pay, and Woolworths.
Which supermarket offers the best value?
Our price comparison reveals that Shoprite is currently the most budget-friendly option for braai essentials, while Woolworths remains the most expensive. Pick n Pay and Checkers fall somewhere in between, offering competitive prices on select items.
Braai essentials price breakdown
| Product | Checkers | Shoprite | Pick n Pay | Woolworths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Boerewors (per kg) | R99.99 | R92.99 | R109.99 | R159.99 |
| Lamb Braai Chops (per kg) | R179.99 | R162.99 | R179.99 | R229.00 |
| 250g Garlic Bread | R39.99 | R19.99 | R39.99 | R59.99 |
| 4kg Charcoal | R79.99 | R79.99 | R69.99 | R104.99 |
| Baked Beans (can) | R17.99 | R17.99 | R16.99 | R25.99 |
| Firelighters | R39.99 | R29.99 | R37.99 | R29.99 |
| KWV Five-Year-Old Brandy (750ml) | R229.99 | R229.99 | R229.99 | R229.99 |
| Savanna Light Cider (6x330ml) | R124.99 | R124.99 | R124.99 | R124.99 |
| Castle Lite Bottles (6x330ml) | R94.99 | R94.99 | R94.99 | R89.99 |
| Coca-Cola No Sugar (1.5L) | R15.99 | R15.99 | R21.99 | R19.99 |
| Total Cost | R923.90 | R869.90 | R926.90 | R1 074.91 |
Where should you shop?
If you’re looking to save the most money, Shoprite comes out on top with a total of R869.90 for all the listed braai essentials. Checkers follows closely behind at R923.90, while Pick n Pay is slightly higher at R926.90. Woolworths is the most expensive at R1,074.91.
If you’re looking to stock up on more essentials, Shoprite also offers some of the lowest prices on cooking oil to complement your braai.
Would you change your shopping habits to save money, or do convenience and brand preference matter more?
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