Introduction
Australia’s cheapest supermarket isn’t ALDI?! Recently, another budget retailer has gone viral across the country for offering the lowest prices nationwide.

#01: The Cheapest Supermarket in Australia Isn’t ALDI?
With the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, many shoppers are comparing prices more carefully to save money. ALDI, long praised as Australia’s best-value supermarket, has always been a consumer favorite. But surprisingly, ALDI is not the cheapest option. A lesser-known discount chain has recently been discovered to be even cheaper.

As inflation continues to squeeze households, more Australians are turning to NQR (Not Quite Right), a discount warehouse where grocery prices are often slashed by up to 80%. NQR currently operates 27 stores across South Australia and Victoria, including in Box Hill, a well-known Chinese community hub.

The supermarket sources products from manufacturers, mainly items nearing their best-before dates or produced in excess, which explains why prices are so low. For families just looking to cut costs, it feels like paradise—near-expiry dates hardly matter.

Recent specials included $2 Red Rock Deli chips, $3 for a 1kg tub of Yoplait mango yogurt, and $12 for 1kg of Bertocci bacon. The chain is also ideal for stocking up on pantry essentials and cleaning supplies like rice, canned lentils, pasta, sauces, and instant noodles.

CEO Ewan Jones proudly declared:
“We are the cheapest supermarket in Australia. We take pride in offering the best value to our customers. NQR is the number one choice for snacks and frozen food. We sell yogurt for $1, while it costs $7 at other supermarkets.”

He added that their mission is to support financially stressed shoppers:
“You can stock up on chips and drinks here—and overall, it’s cheaper than anywhere else. If I were a customer, I’d shop at NQR first for the bargains, then head to other supermarkets for fresh fruit, vegetables, and meat. The savings are huge.”

#02: Shoppers Rave About the Bargains, Tips for Smart Buying
Many customers have praised NQR’s affordable gluten-free and dairy-free products, which are usually expensive at mainstream supermarkets. Shoppers have taken to Facebook and Reddit to rave about their finds.

One shopper shared:
“I just started shopping at NQR and I’m blown away by the deals. They’re ahead of all the big supermarkets, even ALDI. I’m eating two tubs of $1.20 noodles and a $3.50 tub of organic yogurt right now. You can get three packs of rice cakes for $1, while Woolworths charges $2.20.”

Another added:
“I love NQR! I’m the only sweet tooth in the house, and I get all my desserts here. They often have Ben & Jerry’s clearance tubs for as little as $3 each.”

Others said they buy bulk essentials:
“There should be more stores like this!”

Seasoned shoppers also shared a key tip: if you see something you like, buy it immediately. Items are often near expiry or limited stock, so they may not be available the following week—or ever again at the same price. Many said they’ve missed out after waiting too long.

Conclusion
Although NQR mainly sells near-expiry food, the low prices not only help relieve the financial burden for many families but also reduce food waste—a true win-win.

 

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