Compare Grocery Store Prices in Canada
See how Walmart, Costco, FreshCo and Canada's other discount grocers stack up on a typical monthly bill and price per item across produce, dairy, meat and pantry. Pick two or three stores to compare average monthly spend, discounts and which banner wins each category — then jump into the full breakdown for the store that fits your cart.
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Walmart
Everyday low prices, no flyer needed$1,350–$1,550
Price per item
produce
dairy
meat
pantry
No membership. Everyday low pricing — usually +2–5% vs No Frills, but no flyer chasing needed.
Costco
Lowest per-unit on bulk staples$950–$1,250 (bulk-loaded basket)
Price per item
produce
dairy
meat
pantry
Membership required ($65–$130/yr). Worth it for households of 3+ buying bulk; rarely earns its fee for singles/couples.
FreshCo
Sobeys discount banner, strong on produce$1,150–$1,350
Price per item
produce
dairy
meat
pantry
No membership. Within ~1–3% of No Frills; usually wins produce and meat + flyer specials, loses packaged goods to Walmart.
How to read this comparison
Average monthly bills are for a typical family of four in 2026 and come from Canada-wide spending data. Category tiers reflect relative price on a fixed staples basket, not absolute prices — a