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Care to elaborate? Was everything more expensive than competitors in you area or just certain things?
A high enough percentage of the stuff there was significantly more expensive than nearby grocery stores (idk about Walmart, I don't shop there) that it was clear that even if some items were the same or cheaper price, to be thrifty I'd have to shop at a second store and I hate doing that unless I have to.
I like Aldi overseas. When I lived in Australia and Europe, it was my favorite grocery store, and it was cheap af, so I didn't go in with a negative attitude or bad expectations, just to be clear. I was really disappointed though.
In my area, they either have generic brands that are cheap af but at least similar quality, regular name brands, or expensive imported stuff. Their name brands and their imported stuff are both more expensive, but particularly the imported stuff gives good quality and variety.
The fact is, in the states, aldi is not a one stop shop regardless. Their selection beyond staples is poor and sporadic. I see a ton of value going there first, getting what I can, and maybe snagging something interesting while I'm there. If I had to, I could live exclusively off aldi well enough, but it'd be a bit basic. I wish they'd expand a bit, but the niche they're in right now is nice in its own right.
For me, the prices were comparable to Walmart but everything was lower quality, especially the produce.
They also just, don't have as much stuff as Walmart lol. With Walmart+ same-day delivery, I haven't gone grocery shopping in months.
The produce could be better, especially lettuce, but I have not had quality issues otherwise. A name brand is not synonymous with quality, and I find Aldi brands better than Walmart’s Great Value.
You also don’t have to deal with the massive store, crowds of unwashed masses, and lazy staff.