The bulk buys that will save you money on your next household shop

It's no secret everything's getting more and more expensive, and the first place we often notice the price hikes is during the weekly grocery shop. A way to combat bill shock is to look at how and where you shop and join the many households who are making the switch to bulk buying.

While major supermarkets offer regular deals and discounts, it seems they might not always be the cheapest choice. So we've rounded up staples you can fill your pantry with (and we really mean fill) for a fraction of the price, online.

Happy bulk buying!

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Carman's Aussie Apple Pie Oat Bars, 180g, 36-Pack

Get them here for $31.86

Fill up the kid's lunchboxes with a healthy snack with Carman's Aussie Apple Pie Oat Bars now $3.54 cheaper buying in bulk online than in-store.

Pringles Sour Cream and Onion Potato Chips, 134g, 12-Pack

Now $45.96

Score a 12-pack of Pringles Sour Cream and Onion 134g chips for 30 per cent less than the Woolies and Coles, now selling on Amazon for $45.96.

Powerade ION4, Gold Rush, 600mL, 12-Pack

Bulk buy here for $22.68

Score a huge saving of up to $22.68 when you buy these in bulk instead of buying individually at Woolworths. That's a whopping 55 per cent difference.

Smith's Potato Chips Variety Pack, 20-Pack

Buy it here for $8.01

With a mix of Grain Wave, Doritos, Twisties and Original Crinkle Cut Chips, this box has a packet for everybody. Buy now online for $6.74 and save $2.16 compared to buying in-store.

Lotus Biscoff Creamy Spread, 1.6kg

On Amazon for $27

Add some delicious Lotus Biscoff spread to the kids' school sandwiches with this 1.6kg jar now $3.08 cheaper than buying the same amount at the major supermarkets.

Uncle Tobys Traditional Oats, 1kg

Buy now for $2.93

Breakfast is sorted when you buy Uncle Toby's 1kg box of traditional oats on Amazon for $2.93, saving you $4.27 for the same amount at Woolworths. That saves you 59 per cent when buying in bulk.

Red Rock Deli Potato Chips Multipack

Get the multipack for $6.66

With a mix of four of the best flavours in the Red Rock Deli range, you can get this multipack for $6.66 and save $2.24 compared to the supermarkets.

Arnotts Tim Tam Family Pack, 365g

Buy a family pack for $5.40

Save 60c on a family pack of Tim Tams on Amazon compared to Coles – it might only be a small saving, but we'll do anything for more Tim Tams!

Pop Tops Apple and Blackcurrant Fruit Drink, 250mL, 24-Pack

Here for $19.48

Bring back the nostalgia with this 24-pack of Pop Tops selling on Amazon for $19.48. This will save you $4.12 when buying the same amount at the major supermarkets.

Cadbury Caramello Koala, 15g, 72-Pack 

Buy 72 here for $29.57

This 72-pack is now just $9.57. Coles is selling a 12-pack for $6, so buying in bulk will save you 9c per chocolate and $6.43 when buying the same amount.

Frantelle Spring Water, 600mL, 24-Pack 

Buy now and save 46%

Costing just 41c per bottle, you can get a 24-pack of Frantelle Spring Water online for $9.90 and save $8.50, with Coles selling the same amount for $18.40.

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Arnott's Shapes Cheeselovers Variety Multipack

Get the multipack for $5.85

Arguably the best of the savoury snacks, these cheese-flavoured Arnott's Shapes multipack is currently selling on Amazon for $5.85.

Mars Fun Sized Bars, 20-Pack

Buy a value bag here for $6.80

This 20-pack of fun-size Mars Bars is 20c cheaper than the same pack selling at Woolies.

Nutri-Grain, 765g

Get it here for $6.75

This value pack of Nutri-Grain is $4.05 cheaper on Amazon than it is at both the major supermarkets.

Arnott's Tiny Teddy Biscuits Variety, 15-Pack

Get it here for $5.85

While it's only a saving of up to 65c, buying this variety pack of Tiny Teddy biscuits online will be that extra help on the weekly budget, and will be a snack for the kids' lunch box for three weeks.

Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars, Oats 'n Honey, 48-Pack  

Buy now for $30.58

For a quick snack on the go, look no further than these Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars. This 48-pack is now $9.42 cheaper online than buying the same amount at Coles or Woolies.

Ben's Original Mexican Style Rice, 250g, 6-Pack

Get 6 packs for $16.20

Buy six pouches of Ben's Original Mexican Style Rice on Amazon for $16.20 and save 33 per cent compared to shopping at Coles.

Carman's Dark Chocolate, Coconut & Macadamia Nut Bars, 160g, 30-Pack

Buy them today for $29.70

For the perfect workday snack, stock up on your supply of Carman's Dark Chocolate, Coconut & Macadamia Nut Bars with this 30-pack selling on Amazon for $29.70. This will save you $11.70 and 28 per cent compared to buying the same amount at Coles.

John West Lemon Cracked Pepper Salmon, 95g, 12-Pack

Bulk buy here for $31.20

You can buy 12 cans of John West Lemon Cracked Pepper Salmon on Amazon for $31.20 and save 21 per cent compared to Woolworths.

Red Bull, 250mL, 24-Pack

Get them now for $43.20

Get your energy kick for less with this 24-pack of Red Bull energy drinks now $4.80 cheaper on Amazon than at Coles.

Masterfoods Barbecue Sauce, 4.7kg

Buy it here for $14.85

Get it here for $14.85 4.7kg bottle of Masterfoods Barbecue Sauce from $14.85 online – which works out to be up to 58 per cent cheaper than at the major supermarkets for the same amount.

Sprite, 375mL, 24-Pack 

Get 24 cans for $20.79

Costing just 87c a can, you can score this 24-pack of Sprite online for $20.79. This is a bargain price compared to the supermarkets, with Coles currently selling their 24-pack for $38.50 and Woolworths selling their 10-pack for $19!

Dolmio Three Cheese Pasta Bake, 490g, 6-Pack  

Buy in bulk for $21.60

Make a delicious dinner for all the family with this bulk pack of Dolmio Three Cheese Pasta Bake now selling for $21.60 for six jars online. Coles is currently selling a single jar for $4.50, making it 90c more expensive per jar when buying in-store.

Allens Minties, 1kg

Buy 1kg for $16

Save up to $2 when buying this 1kg pack of Allens Minities on Amazon compared to buying the same amount in smaller packets at the major supermarkets.

Coca-Cola, 375mL, 36-Pack  

Now just $30.56

If you're a fan of cola, then you are a fan of Coke, and you'll enjoy it even more with this deal! You can buy 36 cans for $30.56 on Amazon – that works out to be just 85c a can. The ensure you're getting the best deal, Woolworths is currently selling their 30-pack for $47.20, so you'll be getting more cans for significantly less.

Greenseas Tuna in Springwater, 95g, 12-Pack  

Get 12 cans for $28.08

You can buy this 12-pack of Greenseas Tuna for $28.08 online and save $3.12 compared to Woolworths.

Lavazza Espresso Barista Gran Crema Coffee Beans, 1kg

Buy 1kg for $25.20

Save $14.80 when you buy this 1kg bag of Lavazza espresso beans online instead of at Coles. This works out to be a 37 per cent discount.

Zooper Dooper Cosmic, 24-Pack

Get a 24-pack for $6.30

Cool down with a Zooper Dooper straight from the freezer, with a 24-pack available on Amazon for $6.30. This works out to be a saving of up to 10 per cent per bag compared to Coles and Woolworths.

Pepsi Max, 375mL, 10-Pack

Get 10 cans for $16.20

Take a sip of a refreshing Pepsi Max and watch the savings roll in with this 10-pack now 10 per cent cheaper than at Coles.

Allen's Retro Party Mix, 1kg

Buy it today for $14.36

Tuck into this 1kg of Allen's Retro Party Mix lollies and save $1.64 when buying online compared to at Woolies.

Maggi 2 Minute Noodles, Chicken Flavour, 30-Pack

Buy it here for $22.50

Have a snack supply for any busy day when you buy a 30-pack for $22.50 and save $7.50 compared to Woolworths for the same amount.

Pepsi Max, 2L, 8-Pack

Get 8 2L bottles for $25.92

Buying in bulk on Amazon can save you up to 36c per bottle of 2L Pepsi Max.

MILKLAB Almond Milk, 1L, 8-Pack

Score 8 for $36

Get eight 1L bottles of the vegan-friendly MILKLAB almond milk for $36. Coles is selling a 250mL bottle for $2, which works out to be 50 per cent more expensive when buying the same amount.

Lindt Lindor Assorted Chocolate Truffles, 333g

Get it here for $18

No one can resist a Lindt Lindor chocolate truffle – especially when they are now 30 per cent cheaper with Woolworths and Coles selling them for $26.

Mount Franklin Lightly Sparkling Water, Lime Flavour, 20-Pack

20 cans on Amazon for $34.20

Buy 20 cans of Mount Franklin sparkling lime-flavoured water on Amazon for $34.20 – a $3.80 saving when compared to buying the same amount at Woolworths.

Minor Figures Barista Oat Milk, 1L, 6-Pack

Buy now for $18.09

Get six bottles of Minor Figures oak milk on Amazon for $18.09 and save $10.72 for the same amount at Woolworths.

Saxa Cooking Salt, 2kg

Buy a bag for $3.50

Add some much-needed flavour to your meals and save 32 per cent on the 2kg bag of Saxa cooking salt when buying online.

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