7 Ways You Can Save Money When Shopping At Publix

These tips will help make shopping at Publix not only a pleasure, but also more affordable.

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It’s no secret that Southerners love shopping at Publix, the Lakeland, Florida-based grocery chain whose motto is “Where Shopping is a Pleasure”. While we agree that shopping at Publix is a delightful experience, we think saving money can make that experience even better.

We’ve created a list of seven easy ways you can save money when shopping at Publix. Follow these shopping tips and you’ll love seeing how much you can save on your next grocery haul. At the end of your shopping trip, you can see the total amount you saved at the bottom of your receipt.

Read The Weekly Sale Ad

Every Wednesday (or Thursday depending on your area), Publix releases their sale ad for the week. This is a great starting point for making your grocery list for the week based on what will be on sale. 

Shop BOGO Items


Each week, Publix offers over 30 products at Buy One, Get One Free pricing. In some locations, you can get items that are part of the BOGO deal for half price when you just buy one, while in some states you must buy one at full price to get the second for free. Check with your local store for the policy in your area. You can buy up to 10 units of an item that is on sale for BOGO, so it’s a great time to stock up and save. 

Create A Club Publix Account

Club Publix is a free loyalty program that offers special savings for members. You simply enter your phone number at checkout so perks and savings can be applied to your transaction. Creating a Club Publix account will not only allow you to view the weekly ad a day early and help you make a grocery list, but you’ll also get special offers, a free birthday treat, and a free bouquet of flowers on your anniversary of joining. New members can get $5 off $20 for signing up. 

Buy Store Brand Products

Store brand products are often offered at a lower price than national brands without sacrificing quality. Publix Brand, Publix Premium, and Greenwise can be found throughout the store. If you try a store brand and are not satisfied with your purchase, you can get a refund, 

Clip Digital Coupons

Club Publix members can clip digital coupons for additional savings. Simply clip the coupon in the app, add the items to your cart, and enter your phone number at checkout to take advantage of the coupons you’ve clipped.

Shop The Clearance Rack


Most stores have a clearance rack placed somewhere in the store. Items with an orange tag are offered at a clearance price. The orange clearance tag also likely means the item will soon be unavailable, so stock up if you see your favorite items at a reduced price. 

Always Check Your Receipt 

The Publix Promise guarantees If an item rings up incorrectly at higher than the advertised price, you will get one unit of that item for free.

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