Grocery Deals: Save Up to 948 NOK on Your Weekly Shop in Norway
- Norwegian consumers are finding more opportunities to save on their grocery bills, with potential savings reaching 948 kroner (approximately $88 USD) on a basket of 20 essential items,...
- The analysis reveals a shift in discount patterns, with savings now available on healthier staples like fresh salmon, chicken fillets and Norvegia cheese.
- Bunnpris emerged as the leading supermarket for savings this week, offering prices 26.2% lower than Kiwi on comparable items.
Norwegian consumers are finding more opportunities to save on their grocery bills, with potential savings reaching 948 kroner (approximately $88 USD) on a basket of 20 essential items, according to recent analysis published on . The findings, from price comparison experts DinSide and Enhver.no, come as welcome news amid steadily increasing food prices in the country.
The analysis reveals a shift in discount patterns, with savings now available on healthier staples like fresh salmon, chicken fillets and Norvegia cheese. Previously, discounts were more commonly found on less nutritious items such as chocolate and soda. “It’s becoming increasingly important to compare prices, now that prices are rising faster than most people can keep up with,” said Truls Lea, a price hunter with DinSide.
Bunnpris emerged as the leading supermarket for savings this week, offering prices 26.2% lower than Kiwi on comparable items. DinSide awarded Bunnpris a rating of 5 out of 6 for its weekly flyer, while Kiwi received a rating of 4. Rema 1000 received the lowest rating, a single point on the scale. This suggests a significant price variance between retailers, highlighting the importance of comparison shopping for Norwegian consumers.
Specific deals on toilet paper, beef tenderloin, and salmon were highlighted as particularly advantageous purchases. The price tracking efforts are part of an ongoing project to monitor grocery costs throughout 2026, with DinSide aiming to help consumers save a total of 30,000 kroner over the course of the year. So far, the experts are on track, having already saved 5284 kroner in the first eight weeks of the year – an average of 660 kroner per week.
Beyond the standard basket of 20 items, DinSide and Enhver.no also created a separate “family basket” of 11 items, estimating potential savings of 863 kroner for a family of four. This demonstrates the potential for substantial savings even with a smaller, focused shopping list.
The current landscape of Norwegian supermarkets offers a range of options, from discount chains to higher-end grocers. As noted in a guide to supermarkets in Norway, grocery prices can be significantly higher than in other European countries, making informed shopping choices crucial. While options may be limited in more remote areas, major cities offer a competitive market with varying price points.
Understanding the different supermarket chains is key to maximizing savings. While Bunnpris currently leads in terms of discounts, other options like Kiwi, Rema 1000, Meny, Ekstra, Obs, and Spar all offer varying levels of affordability and product selection.
The increasing focus on price comparison and the availability of tools like DinSide and Enhver.no are empowering Norwegian consumers to navigate the challenging grocery market. The shift towards discounts on healthier food options is also a positive development, encouraging more nutritious choices alongside cost savings.
For individuals, understanding typical monthly expenses can also provide context. While data from suggests a single man in Bergen spends around 9000 NOK on groceries and clothes, this figure doesn’t include rent or utilities. SIFO suggests 4540 kr for food and drinks, 740 kr for personal care, 900 kr for clothes, and 380 kr for non-food related expenses.
The ongoing monitoring of grocery prices and the publication of weekly savings analyses are likely to play a significant role in helping Norwegian consumers manage their household budgets throughout 2026. The ability to save nearly 1000 kroner on a single shopping trip, as demonstrated by DinSide’s latest findings, underscores the potential benefits of proactive price comparison and strategic shopping.
