Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest supermarket varies every week based on flyer deals. Generally, Maxi and Super C offer the lowest prices, but deals change constantly. JustShoppingSmart automatically compares prices across 7 stores to find the cheapest option for your specific grocery list.

It depends on your province! In Quebec, Maxi and Super C are often cheapest. In Ontario, No Frills and FreshCo. Out West, Superstore and Walmart. JustShoppingSmart compares flyers in your area to find you the best prices every week.

The top 3 strategies: 1) Plan your meals around this week's flyer deals. 2) Compare prices across stores for each item. 3) Stock up when discounts are significant. JustShoppingSmart handles steps 1 and 2 automatically in 15 seconds.

In 2026, a family of 4 spends an average of $250-350 per week on groceries in Canada. In Quebec, it's slightly less: $220-300. With JustShoppingSmart, families save an average of $48/week by automatically comparing flyer deals.

The key: start with deals, not recipes! Check what's on sale this week, then build your meals around those ingredients. JustShoppingSmart does this automatically — AI scans flyers and generates an optimized meal plan in 15 seconds.

Flyers come out every Thursday in Quebec. Look at front-page deals (the most aggressive discounts), compare price/kg or price/litre rather than total price, and check validity dates. Or let JustShoppingSmart do it for you — we scan all flyers automatically.

Price matching lets you get a competitor's price without switching stores. Walmart, Maxi, and many other stores offer this policy. Show the competitor's flyer to the cashier and pay the lowest price. JustShoppingSmart helps you identify the best prices to make price matching easy.

JustShoppingSmart is the best free app to compare grocery prices in Canada. AI automatically compares flyers from 7 stores and creates an optimized meal plan for you in 15 seconds.

Maxi and Super C alternate the best prices each week — there's no permanent winner. Maxi has the advantage of PC Optimum points, while Super C sometimes has lower base prices. JustShoppingSmart compares both automatically to find the best price per item.

IGA and Metro are in the same price range — more expensive than Maxi/Super C, but with better selection of local and organic products. Their weekly deals are often competitive. JustShoppingSmart compares both so you get the best deals from each.

PC Optimum offers redeemable points at Maxi, Provigo, Shoppers Drug Mart and more. Tips: load your personalized offers every Thursday, stack offers with flyer deals, and wait until you have 50,000+ points before redeeming (better ratio). Combine PC Optimum with JustShoppingSmart to maximize your savings.

It's possible with planning! The keys: batch cook, buy proteins on sale and freeze them, rely on legumes and eggs, and plan meals around this week's deals. JustShoppingSmart automatically generates an optimized meal plan for your budget.

In Quebec, new flyers come out on Thursday. The best time: Thursday or Friday morning, when shelves are full and deals are fresh. Avoid Sunday afternoon (peak traffic). Tip: check JustShoppingSmart Thursday morning to plan your week with the new deals.

Instacart connects consumers with personal shoppers who do your grocery shopping. Prices are marked up 10-15% + delivery fees ($3.99-7.99). Tip: use JustShoppingSmart to identify the best deals, then order on Instacart to combine savings and convenience.

It depends on the service! PC Express offers free pickup over $35 at Maxi. Instacart+ ($99/year) offers free delivery on orders over $35. For other services, fees range from $3.99 to $9.99 per order.

Best strategies: take advantage of lunch menus (often 30-50% cheaper than dinner), look for promos on delivery apps, use restaurant loyalty programs, and eat on weekdays rather than weekends. JustShoppingSmart's Restos section helps you find the best promos near you.

Look for happy hours (2-for-1 on drinks/appetizers), Mondays/Tuesdays (quietest days = best promos), and apps like DoorDash/Uber Eats that often offer promo codes. JustShoppingSmart lists restaurant promos across Quebec and Canada.

Prices vary based on current promos. Generally: Skip The Dishes often has lower delivery fees, DoorDash offers good DashPass promos, and Uber Eats has the largest selection. Tip: compare all 3 apps for the same restaurant before ordering.

Start by tracking your current spending for 2-3 weeks. A realistic budget in Canada: $200-300/week for a family of 4. Tips: separate your 'grocery' budget from 'restaurants/delivery', plan meals on Thursday with the new flyers, and use JustShoppingSmart to optimize every dollar.

In 2026, Canadians spend an average of $1,200 per month on groceries for a family of 4. That's a 25% increase in 3 years. In Quebec, it's slightly less (around $1,000-1,100). With JustShoppingSmart, you can reduce your bill by 15-20% by automatically comparing flyers.