With headline consumer price inflation rising slightly to 2.8% in April, up from 2.7% in March, South Africans are feeling the pinch, even at the braai stand.
Whether you’re grilling in your backyard or hosting friends indoors, every cent counts when stocking up on your favourite braai essentials.
To help you stretch your rand further, The South African compared the prices of key braai items at Checkers, Shoprite, Pick n Pay, and Woolworths, so you can enjoy the braai without burning your wallet.
Which supermarket offers the best value?
When it comes to braai supplies, Shoprite stands out as the most wallet-friendly choice. Woolworths, unsurprisingly, tops the price range, while Pick n Pay and Checkers offer competitive pricing on a few key items.
How much are the braai essentials?
| Product | Checkers | Shoprite | Pick n Pay | Woolworths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Boerewors (per kg) | R99.99 | R89.99 | R114.99 | R179.99 |
| Lamb Braai Chops (per kg) | R143.99 | R162.99 | R184.99 | R229.00 |
| 250g Garlic Bread | R44.99 | R19.99 | R40.99 | 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 | R119.99 | 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 | R18.00 |
| Total Cost | R893.90 | R861.90 | R937.90 | R1 092.92 |
*Please note prices are subject to change and were accurate at the time of publishing
Where should you shop?
If you’re looking to save the most money, Shoprite comes out on top with a total of R861.90 for all the listed braai essentials. Checkers follows closely behind at R893.90, while Pick n Pay is slightly higher at R937.90. Woolworths is the most expensive at R1 092.92.
What item(s) are you convinced are a lot more expensive than a year ago (besides everything)?
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