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August 8, 2019 Palo Alto / CA / USA - Exterior view a Grocery Outlet bargain market located in San Francisco bay area.

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But just how much can you really save by shopping at these discount retailers?

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GOBankingRates talked to two dedicated budget shoppers who shared their experiences and savings.

Heres why they only shop at budget grocery stores and how much they save, exactly.

When I first moved here, I was driving to Whole Foods and passed this place, Sarah said.

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I impulsively decided to turn into the parking lot.

Best day of my life.

Her monthly grocery bill is down to around $600.

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Like half the price!

Pantry staples: All those canned goods, pasta and other stuff you always need?

Sarah says theyre often 15%-20% cheaper.

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NOSH section:Their Natural, Organic, Specialty, Healthy (NOSH) section is a goldmine.

I just scored some Annies organic salad dressing for 99 cents!

Were always trying new stuff because of Grocery Outlet and usually its a major hit!

He shops for himself and his partner, and like Sarah, he loves his savings.

Before we discovered Aldi, we wereeasilydropping $500 a month on groceries, Jason shared.

Now were down to about $350 a month.

Dairy and eggs:We save a bunch on eggs, specifically.

Their organic options are actually a really good deal too.

Meat:Prices on meat are usually 15%-25% lower at Aldi.

Their chicken and ground beef?

Thats where the real savings are.

Pantry staples:All that boring stuff likepasta, rice and canned goods?

Often 30%-40% cheaper than the big brands at other stores.

It really adds up.

Were probably saving 50% or more on snacks alone.

Jasons a big fan of Aldis no-frills approach.

Shopping at Aldi is quick and easy, he said.

Yeah, there are fewer choices, but for us, thats actually a plus.

It makes shopping way less of a headache.

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