Cheapest grocery delivery in Philadelphia.
We priced the same 12-item basket at all four major grocery delivery services using Philadelphia-area zip 19103. Here's how they stack up.
Philadelphia basket — 12 items
Northeast Urban- Instacart-AldiCheapest$45.30
- Walmart+$51.29
- Amazon Fresh$58.87
- Instacart-Whole Foods$71.54
Delivery coverage in Philadelphia
Philly has solid grocery delivery from all four services. Instacart connects to Whole Foods, ShopRite, Acme, Aldi (multiple locations across the metro), and Wegmans (in some suburbs). Walmart+ covers most city and suburban zips. Amazon Fresh runs same-day in most of the metro.
The Philadelphia grocery scene
Philadelphia's grocery scene is dominated by Acme Markets and ShopRite, both available via Instacart. Wegmans has built a loyal suburban following with locations in King of Prussia, Cherry Hill, and Warrington. Aldi delivery is strong across the metro thanks to dense stores in South Philly, Northeast, and the suburbs. Walmart+ covers most city zips except parts of Center City. Philly's row-house density means most deliveries reach the door directly — no buzzer-and-doorman complications like NYC.
What we recommend for Philadelphia
Instacart-Aldi is the cheapest for most weekly baskets. Walmart+ catches up on baskets over $75.
For weekly staples, Instacart-Aldi consistently wins on price. For one-stop premium shopping, Wegmans-via-Instacart in the suburbs is unbeatable on selection. Stack with Walmart+ for household goods where their broader catalog matters more than per-item price.
Northeast Urban pricing tends to run about 5% above the US average. That regional adjustment is built into the totals above.
Frequently asked in Philadelphia
Where does Wegmans deliver in Philadelphia?
Wegmans via Instacart serves the Philly metro from suburban locations: King of Prussia, Warrington, Downingtown, Cherry Hill (NJ), Mt. Laurel (NJ), and Malvern. Center City and South Philly residents are often outside same-day Wegmans range — Acme or ShopRite are typically the closer Instacart options.
Is Aldi cheaper than ShopRite in Philadelphia?
Yes — Aldi's private-label staples typically beat ShopRite by 10-15% on identical equivalents (milk, eggs, bread, basic produce). ShopRite's strength is name-brand selection and weekly sales. For consistent low pricing across a weekly basket, Aldi via Instacart wins.
Does Amazon Fresh cover all of Philly?
Yes, same-day Prime delivery covers most of Philadelphia proper, plus suburbs out to King of Prussia, Bucks County, and Cherry Hill. Coverage thins past the immediate suburbs. Amazon Fresh tends to be priced 15-20% above Walmart+ on equivalent items, so it's about convenience over savings.
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