DG Saturday Deals - How I saved 46% on groceries

Momma Tee
Nov 2, 2024
3 min read

Dollar General’s Saturday deals are a game-changer if you're looking for ways to save on groceries. I recently took advantage of their $5 off $25 deal, paired with digital coupons and the app’s in-store scanner, to save an impressive 46% on my grocery haul! Here’s how I did it, step-by-step, and some tips you can use to stretch your budget even further on your next Dollar General trip.

Step 1: Pre-Clip Digital Coupons

My Saturday prep started by going through the Dollar General app and clipping digital coupons. I focused on items I needed, plus a few that were on sale or had high-value coupons available. Clipping coupons is essential because it saves you from scrambling at the store and ensures you get all possible discounts.

Step 2: Using the In-App Scanner to Check Deals

One of my favorite tools in the Dollar General app is the in-store scanner. As I shopped, I used the scanner on each item I planned to buy. The scanner showed me if there were any applicable coupons for the item, the total discount available, and my updated total after savings.

The scanner is especially helpful if you’re unsure about certain coupons or just want to track your spending as you go. This feature kept me on budget and helped me maximize my savings because I could check if the item contributed to the $25 minimum for the $5 off coupon.

Step 3: Shopping with the $5 Off $25 Saturday Coupon

One of the best things about shopping at Dollar General on Saturdays is the $5 off $25 coupon. This coupon applies automatically at checkout if you reach $25 before tax and after digital coupons. After using the app’s scanner to make sure I hit the $25 threshold, I was ready to check out.

Here’s a breakdown:

Item	Original Price	Discount/Coupons Applied	Final Price
Halloween Popcorn Ball	$0.56	$0.31 off	$0.25
	$0.56	$0.31 off	$0.25
	$0.56	$0.31 off	$0.25
	$0.56	$0.31 off	$0.25
	$0.56	$0.31 off	$0.25
Quaker Life Cereal	$3.75	$1.08 off	$2.67
	$3.75	$3.08 off	$0.67
Fruity Pebbles Bars	$3.15	$0.35 off	$2.80
Crunchberry Bars	$3.45	$0.38 off	$3.07
Progresso Soup Cans	$2.50	$1.61 off	$0.89
	$2.50	$1.72 off	$0.78
	$2.50	$2.50 off	Free
	$2.50	$1.61 off	$0.89
	$2.50	$1.61 off	$0.89
	$2.50	$1.61 off	$0.89
Pizza Rolls	$6	$2.05 off	$3.95
Black Forest Berry Medley	$6	$1.55 off	$4.45
Black Forest Mixed Fruit	$6	$1.57 off	$4.43
Strawberry watermelon drink mix dye free	$1.25	$0.14	$1.11
Takis Zombie Multipack	$7.84	$4.35 off	$3.49
Ramen 5 pack	$1.50	$0.17 off	$1.33
Assorted Candy	$3.75	$2.09 off	$1.66
Ghiradelli Fall Assorted Squares	$3.75	$2.09 off	$1.66

Subtotal

$67.43

$30.80

$36.78

My Savings Breakdown

Here's what my shopping trip looked like:

Original Total: $67.00
Discounts from Digital Coupons: Applied automatically through the app for each applicable item
$5 off $25 Saturday Deal: $5.00 off the total
Final Total: $36.00

That’s a 46% savings on my grocery bill!

Side note: I coupon so good even though it was paid for with EBT, I had to pay $0.15 tax out of pocket LOL

Tips for Maximizing Your DG Saturday Savings

Clip Coupons in Advance: Go through the app early in the week to clip high-value coupons for Saturday shopping.
Use the Scanner to Stay on Track: The in-app scanner is your best friend. It keeps you on budget, shows applicable coupons, and makes sure you’re meeting the $25 minimum.
Stick to Your List: It’s easy to get distracted by deals. Having a list helps keep you focused and ensures you only buy items you’ll use.
Double-Check Your Total: Before checking out, use the scanner to make sure you’re hitting the $25 minimum required for the $5 off coupon to apply.

Why This Deal Works for Busy Families

Finding affordable meals for your family on a budget can be challenging. This Dollar General deal allows you to shop without breaking the bank. Plus, having breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks planned out for the week can reduce stress and make your days run smoother.